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Toni Bowers
TechRepublic Staff
Toni Bowers
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Implosion: Not the best workplace coping strategy
If you don't learn how to deal with pressures at work, you could fall victim to what we call a Personal Implosion. Here's how to avoid that.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 24, 2008, 5:58 AM PST | Latest comment by Photogenic Memory
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What should I do: Company changes have affected my references
With companies coming and going and employees switching jobs more, it's difficult to keep track of your references.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 21, 2008, 6:00 AM PST | Latest comment by kevaburg@...
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Is there a better way to be handed a pink slip?
It's never a good thing to be let go from a job. But, believe it or not, some ways are better than others.
Posted by Deb Perelman | November 20, 2008, 5:35 AM PST | Latest comment by ncudmore@...
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Be a closer!
Having an employee who can complete a task and tie up loose ends is a godsend to bosses. Are you that type of person?
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 19, 2008, 7:50 AM PST | Latest comment by kama410@...
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Retool your resume to focus on results
Is your resume basically just a list of your daily job responsibilities? Prospective employers are more interested in the results you achieved in your job tenure. Here's how to retool your resume...
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 18, 2008, 6:42 AM PST
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Latest financial meltdown may create IT jobs
As we learned from the Enron scandal, mandated accounting regulations often create IT jobs.Will that be the case with the latest financial crisis?
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 17, 2008, 4:51 AM PST | Latest comment by Slamlander
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What should I do: I never get closure from interviews
In a perfect world, if you interview for a job but don't get it, you would get a letter letting you know. But in many cases, this doesn't happen. Here's why.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 14, 2008, 4:26 AM PST | Latest comment by wisestep
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Use analogies to explain technical subjects to end users
All the IT career resources harp on building communication skills and avoiding jargon. But how do you get around explaining technology without using technical terms?
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 13, 2008, 4:08 AM PST | Latest comment by derekKinny
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Effectively manage team conflict
The ability to manage conflict is considered a core competency required of managers. It's also one of the hardest management tasks there is. Here's a white paper that gives you some help.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 12, 2008, 4:48 AM PST
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Navigating the dysfunctional workplace
Although many people see the approaching holidays as a stage for family dysfunction, they don't seem to know that they may be dealing with dysfunction every day -- in the workplace.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 11, 2008, 6:37 AM PST | Latest comment by Michael Kassner
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Tips for managers who want to avoid lawsuits
Dealing with performance problems with an employee is never an agreeable task, and it is easy to let emotions cloud your judgment. But here are some tips for making sure you cover all your bases.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 10, 2008, 2:44 PM PST | Latest comment by boxfiddler
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What should I do: Employee guilt by association
What do you do when your association with a problematic employee causes your employer to see you in a bad light?
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 7, 2008, 4:28 AM PST | Latest comment by Ema.Garcia@...
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Time management tips for sys admins
Finally, some time management advice that goes beyond theory and gives you solid techniques for managing your time better.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 6, 2008, 5:03 AM PST | Latest comment by jbkendrick@...
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Humility is key to career success
Self-confidence and humility are not mutually exclusive characteristics. It's good to be great at what you do, but you also must realize that you don't know everything there is to know.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 5, 2008, 6:05 AM PST | Latest comment by makkh@...
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Quelling interview conspiracy theories
Do you think the fact that you didn't get that job was due to the interviewer's inability to recognize genius? Or maybe because interviewers just don't "get it." Let's put things in perspective.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 4, 2008, 4:56 AM PST | Latest comment by cjshelby@...
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Top IT college programs focus on real-world experience
In the TechRepublic Special Report Top 10 U.S. college programs for IT, a number of the professors and alumni say that their school's program prepares students for real-world IT work.
Posted by Mary Weilage | November 3, 2008, 1:24 PM PST | Latest comment by NickNielsen
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What should I do: Former company refuses to release information
What options do you have when a former company goes out of business and can't or won't offer references to a prospective employer?
Posted by Toni Bowers | October 31, 2008, 4:40 AM PDT | Latest comment by fatman65535
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The worst excuses for missing work
A CareerBuilder survey reveals some of the weirdest reasons employees have given to explain a day off.
Posted by Toni Bowers | October 28, 2008, 4:13 AM PDT | Latest comment by Deadly Ernest
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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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What should I do: Former employer lying to prospective employers
What do you do if a former employer is telling prospective employers lies about your time at his company? This is what is happening to a TechRepublic member.
Posted by Toni Bowers | October 24, 2008, 3:12 AM PDT | Latest comment by BigWazza
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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 mudpuppy1
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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
