How we research, write, and maintain the career advice content on this site.
CraigslistJobs.net publishes practical, actionable career advice for US job seekers. Our goal is simple: every article must be genuinely useful to someone actively looking for work — not padding designed to fill space, not vague generalities that say nothing new.
We hold ourselves to a single standard: would a real job seeker find this helpful? If the answer isn't clearly yes, we don't publish it.
Career advice articles on CraigslistJobs.net are written by Sarah Mitchell, a PHR-certified career coach and former HR recruiter with 12 years of experience in talent acquisition across both large employers and high-growth startups. Sarah has directly reviewed thousands of applications, conducted hundreds of interviews, and worked with professionals at every career stage — from first-time applicants to senior leaders changing industries.
Her background is in practical, applied human resources — not theoretical career advice. The guidance on this site reflects what actually works in the US job market, based on direct professional experience.
When articles reference data, statistics, or labor market information, we rely on authoritative primary sources:
We do not fabricate statistics or cite speculative figures. Where a specific number is cited, it is traceable to a published source.
The US job market evolves: salary benchmarks shift, hiring norms change, new tools emerge. We review and update our articles regularly to reflect current conditions. Each article displays a "Last updated" date. When we make meaningful changes to advice or data, we update that date and revise the content accordingly.
If you spot information that appears outdated or inaccurate, please use our contact form — we take corrections seriously and respond to them promptly.
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We do not accept sponsored posts, paid reviews, or affiliate arrangements that would require us to endorse a specific product or employer. If this changes, we will disclose it explicitly.
We aim to be accurate, but we are not infallible. If you believe an article contains an error — factual, grammatical, or otherwise — we want to know. Use our contact page to reach us. We review every message and typically respond within 48 hours. Verified corrections are made promptly and noted in the article.
The career advice on this site is general information, not professional legal or financial advice. Salary data, hiring norms, and employment law vary by state, industry, and employer. We recommend consulting a licensed professional (employment lawyer, certified financial planner, or HR consultant) for decisions specific to your situation.