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Toni Bowers
TechRepublic Staff
Toni Bowers
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Tips for staying on top of tech
Web 2.0 and social media offer great ways to stay on top of tech.
Posted by Lauren Malhoit | January 3, 2012, 5:19 AM PST | Latest comment by burch_r@...
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IT job openings at CBSInteractive for 2012
Here's the first batch of job openings for IT positions at CBSInteractive for 2012.
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 2, 2012, 3:40 AM PST
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Cloud-proof your career
There can be fear and trepidation when an evolution or big change blows through an industry, and the fear is palpable for some IT pros who are worried right now about what kind of impact cloud...
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 1, 2012, 10:26 AM PST
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The most talked about Career Management posts of 2011
Here are the top five Career Management blogs that generated the most member discussion.
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 26, 2011, 6:49 AM PST | Latest comment by toni.bowers_b
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Grade your job: IT Data Analyst
Are you an IT data analyst? Tell us how you feel about your job.
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 21, 2011, 1:24 PM PST
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I just knew it: Holiday Party Sobriety Test app
Yes, it's here: a mobile app that is built to keep you from drunkenly embarrassing yourself at the company holiday party.
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 20, 2011, 4:30 AM PST | Latest comment by cory.schultze@...
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Is there a place for creativity in IT?
The short answer to the question posed in that title is yes.
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 19, 2011, 4:19 AM PST | Latest comment by adornoe
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Grade your job: IT Consultant
Are you an IT consultant? Tell us how you feel about your job.
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 14, 2011, 5:30 AM PST | Latest comment by Greg Miliates
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How do you feel about holiday gift-giving in the office?
Is Toni Bowers alone in disliking the practice of gift exchanges in the office?
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 13, 2011, 5:14 AM PST | Latest comment by Mike.Sandy
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How a bad hire affects a company
A bad hire is not a simple mistake for a company. Here's why companies make the mistake and what it costs them.
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 13, 2011, 4:10 AM PST | Latest comment by Bob Gately
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Corporate contagion: Read-My-Mind syndrome
Despite having a million devices at their disposal, corporate employees still can't seem to communicate information to each other.
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 12, 2011, 5:27 AM PST | Latest comment by jim.lonero@...
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Stupid alternatives to hackneyed buzzwords
For those devotees of the buzzword who wish only to replace the old ones with new ones, here are my suggestions.
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 7, 2011, 1:56 PM PST | Latest comment by Trilln451
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An alternative to corporate buzzwords
So if corporate buzzwords are so hated, what can be used instead? Clear and simple language.
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 7, 2011, 6:13 AM PST | Latest comment by Justin Q
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Razer: A company that helps you get a job with them
A company that gives you resume and cover letter tips on its hiring page? That's exactly what razerzone.com does.
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 7, 2011, 5:53 AM PST | Latest comment by vegesm
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Grade your job: Network administrator
Are you a network administrator? If so, you can help us out with our poll.
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 6, 2011, 4:28 AM PST | Latest comment by Gisabun
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Most despised corporate buzzwords
Do you have a particular buzzword that you hate? Here's a whole list of them!
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 5, 2011, 2:33 PM PST | Latest comment by jacob3273@...
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You're never too old to certify
Guest contributor Eman Conde observed a recent discussion among networking pros about how age affects the decision to get tech certifications like the CCIE. Here is a summary of the perspectives.
Posted by Emmanuel Conde | December 5, 2011, 4:18 AM PST | Latest comment by AnsuGisalas
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Computer Professionals Update Act seeks to remove overtime pay for IT pros
A bill is currently making its way through the United States Senate that effectively eliminates overtime pay for IT professionals.
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 2, 2011, 9:53 AM PST | Latest comment by C-3PO
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Hoarding old tech tools? Let us see it!
We're looking for some old tech tools to feature in a TechRepublic gallery. Here's the kind of stuff we're looking for.
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 1, 2011, 9:42 AM PST | Latest comment by jpnagle59
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Grade your job: Help Desk
Are you a Help Desk pro? If so, you can help us out with our poll.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 30, 2011, 6:26 AM PST | Latest comment by chris.pratt@...
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The top five in-demand IT certifications for 2013
Here's a look at what the experts say will be the most in-demand tech certifications for 2013.
Posted by Guest Contributor | December 17, 2012, 6:17 AM PST | Latest comment by gregg.howard
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Inflated job titles: Employees and employers beware
Companies assign inflated job titles for a number of reasons. But there are better reasons for not following that practice.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 29, 2013, 6:25 AM PDT | Latest comment by kmthom
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Is the traditional resume about to be outdated?
Since the way employers look for candidates is changing--with sites like LinkedIn and movements into Big Data, are traditional resumes a thing of the past?
Posted by Guest Contributor | May 7, 2013, 5:12 AM PDT | Latest comment by pfisher2k
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Recognize the dependable people on your team
Behind-the-scenes capability is one of those things that is often taken for granted and frequently overlooked when it comes to recognition.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 17, 2013, 6:30 AM PDT | Latest comment by rcornelia@...
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Your Twitter account: A recruiter's perspective
What do recruiters look for in your tweets? We asked an experienced recruiter, and here's what he said.
Posted by Tim Heard | May 13, 2013, 3:35 AM PDT | Latest comment by bobinorlando
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10 resume mistakes to avoid
The goal of a resume is to let a potential employer know why you're the best person for the job. Here are 10 practices that impede that goal.
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 5, 2012, 8:04 AM PDT | Latest comment by poedgie
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Three interview questions you need to be ready to answer
Here are the three questions that Forbes says all other interview questions boil down to.
Posted by Guest Contributor | April 15, 2013, 8:07 AM PDT | Latest comment by Tony Hopkinson
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Four mistakes you probably don't know you're making in your resume
You think you've got all the typos out of your resume but you might not know about some of the other common errors that can be made.
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 17, 2012, 5:05 AM PDT | Latest comment by allennugent@...
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What do you do with a job offer while you're waiting for another offer?
What do you do when you have a job offer but you're still waiting on a job offer from another company that you prefer? Do you hold out or accept the sure thing?
Posted by Tim Heard | July 7, 2010, 4:52 AM PDT | Latest comment by agapantha
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Ways to research a company before an interview
When you're preparing for an interview, it's always a good idea (and will make you more comfortable) if you do some research on the company beforehand. Here's how to get the dirt.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 15, 2013, 4:17 AM PDT | Latest comment by robo_dev
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Men and women in the office: Are compliments taboo?
After President Obama lists physical appearance as one of the attributes of a female attorney general, compliments on the job are again scrutinized.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 2, 2013, 5:32 AM PDT | Latest comment by aidemzo_adanac
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Are salaried employees entitled to overtime pay?
It's a common assumption that salaries workers can be asked to work overtime without being compensated extra. That assumption is not always true.
Posted by Toni Bowers | October 27, 2008, 6:47 AM PDT | Latest comment by emanuel.matos@...
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LinkedIn's summary feature allows you to shine
LinkedIn's summary feature serves as your elevator speech. Here are some ways to make the best of it.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 8, 2013, 5:59 AM PDT
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Major updates to Cisco CCNA exams announced
Cisco announced some major changes to their associate-level certifications. These certification changes are meant to align better with the evolving job market.
Posted by Toni Bowers | March 27, 2013, 5:20 AM PDT | Latest comment by ciscohite
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Become a Java programmer without a college degree
Being a pro on Java doesn't necessarily mean you need a college degree. You just have to take the right steps.
Posted by Bunron Chen | August 22, 2012, 6:13 AM PDT | Latest comment by divyaangel
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What is the best font to use in a resume?
Could the font you use in your resume really be that important? You bet it can.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 22, 2012, 11:51 AM PDT | Latest comment by LalaReads
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Words that mean nothing in a resume
Some of the most often used terms in resumes are also the most meaningless. Learn how to avoid that pitfall.
Posted by Toni Bowers | March 11, 2013, 4:54 AM PDT | Latest comment by mwendabai yeta
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Is ITIL certification worth the time and cost?
The ITIL certification asks a fairly hefty price in terms of time and money (thousands of dollars). Is it worth it?
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 8, 2010, 4:53 AM PST | Latest comment by exlt
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One of the most important questions you should ask in an interview
Here's a question that most IT pros won't think to ask in an interview, yet it could be the difference between a good work experience and a bad one.
Posted by Donovan Colbert | March 27, 2013, 6:08 AM PDT | Latest comment by Slayer_
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Most unusual resume mistakes
A recent CareerBuilder survey reveals some of the more outrageous statements hiring managers have seen on resumes.
Posted by Toni Bowers | August 25, 2011, 4:35 AM PDT | Latest comment by db625
