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Toni Bowers
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Toni Bowers
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Would you hire someone with poor grammar skills?
Think grammar isn't important in the world of IT? That misconception could cost you a job.
Posted by Toni Bowers | March 18, 2013, 4:14 AM PDT | Latest comment by Tony Hopkinson
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The trickle-down theory of communication
With all the means of communication available to people, some still don't know how to use them to convey information.
Posted by Toni Bowers | March 13, 2013, 4:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by NickNielsen
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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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U.S. House to discuss high-skilled immigration reform
Today the U.S. House of Representatives is holding a hearing to discuss support for high-skilled immigration reform and a series of new bills that would increase the supply of STEM visas.
Posted by Toni Bowers | March 5, 2013, 7:31 AM PST | Latest comment by LalaReads
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Four things that make your resume look dated
Even if people keep their resume up to date with their latest jobs, they often plug that new information into an old format. Here's how to tell if your resume is dated and what to do about it.
Posted by Toni Bowers | March 4, 2013, 5:26 AM PST | Latest comment by Tony Hopkinson
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Yahoo chief bans telecommuting at company
Yahoo's CEO has created a backlash by banning telecommuting at the tech company.
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 26, 2013, 8:29 AM PST | Latest comment by sparent
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Seven reasons your coworkers don't trust you
You don't have to commit a major scandal for your coworkers to lose faith in you. Sometimes it's a bunch of little things that add up.
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 25, 2013, 4:43 AM PST | Latest comment by premiertechnologist
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LinkedIn: What have you done?
LinkedIn, once a social media tool for professionals, has changed its course somewhat with spammy emails.
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 19, 2013, 8:55 AM PST | Latest comment by richard.b.fowler@...
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Create a social media-enabled real-time resume
TweetsResume is a new resume product lets you incorporate social media into your resume.
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 18, 2013, 6:37 AM PST | Latest comment by Tony Hopkinson
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The CIO resume vs. The CTO resume
Don't confuse the position of CIO with CTO when you're applying for one of those jobs. Resume expert Jennifer Hay talks about the difference.
Posted by Jennifer Hay | February 13, 2013, 6:35 AM PST | Latest comment by Alexandrea_AnywherePad
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Make your presentation a conversation
The fear of public speaking is widespread. Here are a few tips for making it easier.
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 11, 2013, 5:34 AM PST
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Would you want to know your co-workers' salaries?
Some private-sector firms are practicing full disclosure on company financials--including salary info.
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 5, 2013, 5:32 AM PST | Latest comment by Tony Hopkinson
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Resolution relaunch: Delight someone
If you only choose one resolution to implement this year, this is the one. Being able to delight someone can get you further in your career and build your network better than any other skill in...
Posted by Colby Stream | February 4, 2013, 6:27 AM PST
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10 steps to stop procrastinating
Everyone procrastinates. But when procrastinating starts to interfere with performance at work, it's time to stop putting the task aside and get on with it.
Posted by Guest Contributor | January 29, 2013, 8:22 AM PST | Latest comment by Zorched
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Ask not what a company can do for you...
Hiring managers are out to fulfill one goal--to find someone who can help them meet business goals.
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 28, 2013, 6:45 AM PST | Latest comment by Tony Hopkinson
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Resolution Relaunch: Broadening your base by not studying IT
Instead of studying IT to make yourself a better job candidate, try becoming well-rounded by utilizing your connections.
Posted by Colby Stream | January 22, 2013, 6:19 AM PST | Latest comment by info@...
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Poll: Have you ever gotten a job using a job board?
Job boards have come under a lot of fire for their usefulness. Have you had any success with them?
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 21, 2013, 6:08 AM PST | Latest comment by the-dream
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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
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Is this normal behavior from a recruiter?
A TechRepublic member is not hearing back from not one, but two, recruiters. We asked another recruiter if this is normal.
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 14, 2013, 6:17 AM PST | Latest comment by Tony Hopkinson
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The best way to network is to not think of it as networking
For some people, particularly introverted ones, the idea of networking in a career is off-putting. Maybe the concept should be revamped.
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 8, 2013, 5:56 AM PST | Latest comment by RMSx32767
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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
