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Toni Bowers
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Toni Bowers
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Looking for mobile app developers
If you've done some mobile app development and would like to share your expertise with TechRepublic members, here's your chance.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 11, 2011, 9:59 AM PDT | Latest comment by avram79@...
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IT enthusiasts should check out the GIS field
For people just getting into IT or IT pros who are looking to give their careers a jolt, you might want to look at the field of geographic information systems.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 11, 2011, 4:56 AM PDT | Latest comment by MHultgren
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Hot IT jobs: Week of May 9, 2011
Here are a few IT job postings for the week of May 9, 2011.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 10, 2011, 4:32 AM PDT
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Financial incentives in wellness programs don't violate ADA, court rules
It has been ruled that a company that requires employees to participate in a wellness plan or face a $20 surcharge on insurance premiums is not in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 9, 2011, 4:07 AM PDT | Latest comment by Kruton@...
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Are the jobless discriminated against in hiring?
Could a gap in your work history be costing you potential job opportunities?
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 5, 2011, 4:38 AM PDT | Latest comment by usgoin2sht
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Are you setting a good example for your staff?
The actions and attitudes of managers can have a profound effect on a work team's ability to function effectively.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 4, 2011, 7:35 AM PDT
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Hot jobs at Google: Week of May 2
Here some job openings from Google.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 3, 2011, 5:37 AM PDT
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Know when it's time to change jobs
If you're thinking about changing jobs, it's important to honestly examine your reasons why.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 2, 2011, 5:33 AM PDT | Latest comment by Reikmusic
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Do your IT trainers really have training skills?
Many companies scrimp on the end-user training of IT-created products and tools. Does yours?
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 28, 2011, 3:14 AM PDT | Latest comment by shash_m
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How to interview with a small company vs. a large one
There are some differences in the interviewing process of small companies vs. large companies. Here are a few things to be prepared for.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 26, 2011, 6:34 AM PDT | Latest comment by NewsView
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IEEE Computer Society offering discounts on CSDP and CSDA courses through May
Now through May, the IEEE Computer Society is offering discounts on its CSDP and CSDA courses.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 25, 2011, 11:09 AM PDT
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Managers should delegate but they should do it the right way
Managers should know the difference between delegating and just pawning off unpleasant tasks.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 25, 2011, 4:45 AM PDT | Latest comment by piyush.pratik@...
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IT resume: List accomplishments, not responsibilities
You can list your job responsibilities on your resume but that doesn't speak to whether you did them well.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 21, 2011, 4:05 AM PDT | Latest comment by sanath1234
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Q1 Yoh Index of Technology Wages shows slight uptick in wages for highly skilled temp worker
For the second consecutive quarter, the Yoh Index of Technology Wages has shown modest gains as demand for highly skilled temporary workers increased, and wages for these same workers stabilized...
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 20, 2011, 10:50 AM PDT
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IT is best suited for the young? I don't think so
Toni Bowers addresses a controversial blog by Jack Wallen in which he says that IT is better suited for young people.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 20, 2011, 4:31 AM PDT | Latest comment by msatterwhitejr@...
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Hot tech jobs: Week of April 18, 2011
Here are some of the hot tech jobs available for this week.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 19, 2011, 4:33 AM PDT
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Is the ability to follow through the new 'nice-to-have' competency?
People are so busy learning the job skills that they can easily render in resumes with keywords that they have forsaken the one skill that is the most important.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 18, 2011, 3:43 AM PDT | Latest comment by ScarF
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LinkedIn is Facebook's mature older sibling
If you think Facebook and LinkedIn are somewhat interchangeable when it comes to furthering your career, think again.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 15, 2011, 6:25 AM PDT | Latest comment by Jacqinabox
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Hey Google, was it something I said?
When Google tweaks its algorithm to deal with those gaming the system, it can indirectly affect those sites who are doing things right.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 14, 2011, 7:48 AM PDT | Latest comment by dcolbert@...
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Are managers who know how to do the work their team is doing better managers?
Good managers know how to lead their staffs even if they can't do the grunt work.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 13, 2011, 5:55 AM PDT | Latest comment by Tony Hopkinson
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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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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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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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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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Glassdoor's top 25 oddball interview questions for 2013
Here are some odd interview questions by hiring managers at some leading companies.
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 15, 2013, 10:02 AM PST | Latest comment by jsargent
