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Toni Bowers
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Toni Bowers
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Coding challenge offers cash prize
Quixey, the search engine for apps, is re-introducing its popular Quixey Challenge: a contest offering $100 to anyone with coding chops who can find and fix a bug in any given algorithm in 60...
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 8, 2012, 2:50 AM PST | Latest comment by A-mantra
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Steps for getting an Oracle Database Administrator certification
Curious about what's involved in getting an Oracle Database Adminstrator certification? Here's the scoop.
Posted by Guest Contributor | November 7, 2012, 6:31 AM PST
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Infographic: How long do you stay with a company?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, only 12 percent of Americans 16 years and older have been with their current employer for more than ten years. See how your career compares.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 6, 2012, 7:22 AM PST | Latest comment by captainanalog
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How to interview for analytical thinking
Have you ever hired an employee who doesn't seem to be able to think on his own? Here are some questions to ask in the interview to make sure this doesn't happen again.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 5, 2012, 11:58 AM PST | Latest comment by jsargent
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Infographic: The generation gap in your office
Ever wondered what constitutes a baby boomer, gen x'er, or a millenial? This infographic breaks it down and shows what the near future will look like in the workplace.
Posted by Toni Bowers | October 29, 2012, 7:11 AM PDT | Latest comment by jneville.work
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Sitting at your desk could be killing you
If your job requires a lot of sitting, you could be putting your health at danger. Here are some steps to avoid this.
Posted by Toni Bowers | October 29, 2012, 3:51 AM PDT | Latest comment by gechurch
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Dice lists IT job postings that are showing a surge
The latest report from Dice shows, among other things, that job postings for software developers and open source pros are experiencing a surge.
Posted by Toni Bowers | October 23, 2012, 7:18 AM PDT | Latest comment by djroba
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Do you just hate everything?
Chronic negativity can be a career killer. Here are some ways to know if you're a chronic complainer and what you can do about it.
Posted by Toni Bowers | October 22, 2012, 4:14 AM PDT | Latest comment by chris.leeworthy@...
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Reddit troll exposed, then loses job
A Reddit troll known for creating subforums called "Incest" and "Rapebait" has been exposed, losing his job in the process.
Posted by Toni Bowers | October 19, 2012, 7:06 AM PDT | Latest comment by AnsuGisalas
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Infographic: Demand for IT networking professionals in US
Here's an infographic that looks at what the future of tech holds in terms of in-demand skills.
Posted by Toni Bowers | October 16, 2012, 6:15 AM PDT | Latest comment by jadkaizen@...
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How to detect and protect against workplace bullying
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. In recognition of that, we offer an examination of the effects of bullying in the workplace and tips for recognizing whether you are a bully.
Posted by Guest Contributor | October 15, 2012, 5:26 AM PDT | Latest comment by mudpuppy1
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The three most damaging management behaviors that you probably don't know you're doing
Here are three behaviors that we see most often in poor managers. Are you guilty of this?
Posted by Toni Bowers | October 9, 2012, 4:23 AM PDT | Latest comment by jgetz@...
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Could the online games you play affect your employability?
A woman running for state senate in Maine has been "outed" by the opposing party for being an experience WoW player. Say what?
Posted by Toni Bowers | October 8, 2012, 6:53 AM PDT | Latest comment by Limo Services Raleigh NC
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How to stay off the endangered species list
LinkedIn's Connection Director offers some tips for leveraging the service in your career.
Posted by Nicole Williams | October 3, 2012, 5:26 AM PDT | Latest comment by amendez52
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How to increase your salary without becoming a manager
If you want more money but you don't want to move into management, here are some things you can do.
Posted by Toni Bowers | October 2, 2012, 6:23 AM PDT | Latest comment by smiths37
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Simon Cowell and the search for the next tech star
Simon Cowell is partnering with musician will.i.am on a new talent search show. Only this time, the search is for the next big tech star.
Posted by Toni Bowers | October 1, 2012, 5:38 AM PDT | Latest comment by mechanicalboy
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Infographic: LinkedIn's office trends over the next five years
What office trends will be gone and which will be commonplace in the next five years?
Posted by Toni Bowers | September 25, 2012, 9:38 AM PDT | Latest comment by jlnewmark@...
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The growing field of computer science: Where are the jobs?
the level of employment for computer scientists is expected to grow 19 percent in the next eight years. Check out who's hiring and what the average salaries are.
Posted by Toni Bowers | September 24, 2012, 8:13 AM PDT | Latest comment by highlander718
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Questions you should never ask in an interview
When an interviewer asks if you have any questions, that is not the time to see what you can get from a company.
Posted by Toni Bowers | September 18, 2012, 8:44 AM PDT | Latest comment by butkus@...
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Is 'pair programming' in your future?
Some claim that sharing a desk and one computer with another programmer is the most efficient way to code.
Posted by Toni Bowers | September 17, 2012, 6:52 AM PDT | Latest comment by aroc
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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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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 rexrich2k
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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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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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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 Ed.Pilling
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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 techwriter@...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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How to prepare for the demand for tech pros
The demand for IT pros is on the rise. To be successful, candidates cannot excel in IT skills alone. They need to demonstrate business acumen and a robust skill set that equips them to meet the...
Posted by Guest Contributor | May 20, 2013, 7:20 AM PDT | Latest comment by Imprecator
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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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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
