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No resume? No problem. The creative package... 30/04/2008

You are ready to sell yourself to the world. Finding a new job is like conducting a marketing campaign, says careers expert Penelope Brown. read more

Culturally correct CVs 28/07/2003

When you're looking for work in another country, it's vital to have a CV that crosses borders. We find out more. read more

Unpacking your career 28/07/2003

If you're here because your partner is, continuing with your career isn't always easy. Here are some tips on creating a job you can take with you. read more

How to restart your career 28/07/2003

You've come to Europe. Now how do you get your working life back on track? Daniel Porot and Frances Bolles Haynes, of CareerJournalEurope.com, look at some case studies. read more

How to look for a job in Europe 28/07/2003

Americans seeking jobs this side of the Atlantic should be aware that sometimes things are done differently here. Jennifer Vessels, of CareerJournalEurope.com, reveals the right way —and the wrong way — to get a post in Europe. read more

Features

Women on assignment: An evolutionary perspective 30/04/2008

Women need air-miles to improve their international career prospects, but the first challenge many ambitious women face is getting an assignment in the first place. Natasha Gunn looks at the issues involved and examines the possible root of the problem. read more

A passport to expat life: Teaching English 23/04/2008

Justine Whitcutt is one of an increasing number of expats who’ve discovered that teaching the English language is a way to make their globe-trotting financially viable. The only requirement is a recognised teaching qualification. read more

Is your NetRep spoiling your employment chances? 12/03/2008

It's a mistake being made by people the world over. That funny email name, those crazy photos you posted on Facebook or MySpace. They may have been intended for friends' eyes only but the truth is, they can be viewed by anyone who cares to look - and that includes prospective employers. read more

Celebrating connections 06/03/2008

In our special feature to mark International Women’s Day, Mirella Visser, president of the European Professional Women’s Network, focuses on how far women have come and how far they still need to go since this day was first celebrated in the early 1900’s. read more

Longer life may mean later retirement 04/03/2008

State retirement ages worldwide look set to increase, spurred on by the twin pressures of increasing social security costs and lower mortality rates. read more

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