Career

Is it possible to turn your hobby into a full time job? Yes, but it's not easy and there's no guarantee of success

New research shows that current rates of entrepreneurship in the U.S. are as high as they’ve been in a decade. Is now the time to launch your dream small business? 

Whether it’s a newly-discovered passion, previous job burnout or a change in location, workers across the country are itching for a career change. Here's how to do it without breaking the bank.

If you’re looking to give back more regularly and are looking to find a job (with a paycheck), consider these professions. 

Even in a lackluster job market there are instances when you should start looking for other opportunities.

Wondering whether it’s time for a new career? Look to these three indicators to figure out if a change is in order.

Looking for a second career that won't leave you with an entry-level income? These fields may be worth a look.

Looking for a second career that won't leave you with an entry-level income? These fields may be worth a look.

The rise of digital streaming and gadget-centered entertainment has created new opportunities for musicians seeking to build a career out of their craft.

With so many people are choosing to recareer instead of retire, here's a closer look at the trend to see who’s doing it, how it works—and whether you should consider giving the idea a spin for yourself.

It hasn't been an easy week in social media, despite double-digit revenue growth from Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.

Stocks that moved substantially or traded heavily Friday on the New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq Stock Market: NYSE LinkedIn Corp., down $23.89 to $203.26 The professional networking service's results topped expectations but it's been caught up in the malaise hitting social-networking stocks.

Stocks that moved substantially or traded heavily Friday on the New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq Stock Market: NYSE LinkedIn Corp., down $46.92 to $205.21 The professional networking service gave a disappointing outlook for its second quarter.

Shares of LinkedIn Corp. jumped Thursday after the professional networking service reported a second-quarter loss but topped analysts' expectations.

We get it—you’re crazy busy. But what if we told you that you could do wonders for your career and even finances … in 30 seconds flat?

LinkedIn maintained its perfect record of pleasant surprises as the online professional networking service expanded its reach during the fourth quarter and added more tools to help connect salespeople with potential customers.

LinkedIn Corp. posted a third-quarter loss on Thursday, but its results were better than expected as revenue grew sharply, sending shares of the online professional networking service higher in extended trading.

For many high school seniors, fall means deciding where to apply for college and maybe visiting a guidance counselor.

Pay for performance clearly does not work as intended, so it's time to rethink our recruitment and leadership strategies. 

LinkedIn says it is spending $175 million to buy Bizo, a provider of advertising technology and measurement services aimed at professionals.