If you don't want to create the spreadsheet yourself, Microsoft has a handy template that you can use—Excel 2007 users can simply use the New Workbook option, type in "job search" into the ...

Why you need an action plan for your job hunt Your career search action plan is an organization tool to keep all the elements of your job hunt in one place. This not only helps you stay on top of ...

LinkedIn career expert Blair Heitmann's networking template can help workers who want a new job. Other experts say asking for advice can make your contact think more highly of you.

Business Insider asked a few career experts to weigh in on how to find out a job's salary before you even apply. Keep reading to learn their insider tips — and get an exact template for what to ...