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Toni Bowers
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Toni Bowers
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Challenges for old developers learning new tricks
The problem of staying current is more acute in IT than in other fields because of the speed of new technology development. What do you do when a new technology comes along that makes obsolete a...
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 25, 2008, 6:47 AM PDT | Latest comment by mikeg3
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What's the worst job in the world?
With reports predicting a decline in IT staff jobs in 2009, it may help to ask yourself what job situation could be worse. Snake handler? Lindsay Lohan's AA sponsor? Let's take a moment to imagine...
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 24, 2008, 7:11 AM PDT | Latest comment by Firedrake
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Reports indicate IT staff jobs will drop in 2009
For the last few months, reports have indicated that IT seems to be exempt from the dismal budget. But new reports are painting a different picture.
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 23, 2008, 4:27 AM PDT | Latest comment by princetjoba@...
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Hot IT specialty: E-discovery
E-discovery is a field that has grown 300% in the last several years and doesn't show any signs of easing up. Read why this is an up and coming field for the IT pro.
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 22, 2008, 5:25 AM PDT
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Five things your boss doesn't want to hear
If you'd like to develop a better relationship with your CIO, you might want to check out this list of things your boss doesn't want to hear.
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 21, 2008, 6:27 AM PDT | Latest comment by mark.giblin@...
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E-medical record systems won't happen and it's not because of privacy issues
If financial institutions can access all of a person's spending history at the touch of a few keys,then why is the medical industry lagging so far behind in regard to our e-medical files? Is it...
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 17, 2008, 6:14 AM PDT | Latest comment by Lrqausa1
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Will you get certified to support PDAs?
Forecasts show that shipments of handheld devices will reach 9.4 million units by the end of 2008 and grow to as many as 15.8 million units by the end of 2012. Because of this, some PDA-support...
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 17, 2008, 3:25 AM PDT | Latest comment by aroc
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More people want less responsibility in their jobs
A recent study from the Families and Work Institute reveals that the percentage of college-educated workers who want more responsibility in their jobs has dropped in the last few years.
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 16, 2008, 5:26 AM PDT | Latest comment by Aramel
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Top IT job boards and how to use them
When looking for work, it's easy to be discouraged by huge job boards. But if you use them in conjunction with some of these tech-specific boards, you might find more success.
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 15, 2008, 4:19 AM PDT | Latest comment by Tony Hopkinson
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Paid sick days may be next benefit to be cut
In an effort to cut costs on paid time off, private companies are looking at reducing or eliminating paid sick days from their benefit plans.
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 14, 2008, 5:40 AM PDT | Latest comment by dangarrett
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Don't use conversational shortcuts when communicating
It's a communication no-no to assume that others will know what you're saying without your having to fully explain it. Here's how the experiences of others can shape the way they hear you.
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 11, 2008, 6:58 AM PDT | Latest comment by Old Man on the Mountain
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How do you use IM?
Do you consider the people you communicate with via IM to be on a level different from the ones who communicate with you via regular e-mail?
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 10, 2008, 5:03 AM PDT | Latest comment by cupcake@...
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Japan takes drastic measure to fight workplace obesity
A new Japanese law requires employers to battle obesity in the workplace by measuring the body fat of employees between the ages of 40 to 70.
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 9, 2008, 5:48 AM PDT | Latest comment by emicsoft123
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Five off-work activities that could get you fired
Most of the states in the U.S. operate under an at-will employment policy -- unless you're a member of a federally protected class, you can be fired for any reason. It may surprise you what a...
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 8, 2008, 5:17 AM PDT | Latest comment by mark.giblin@...
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False flattery is not a career tool
If brown-nosing is a big part of your career strategy, you should know that it doesn't work on everyone.
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 7, 2008, 8:34 AM PDT | Latest comment by hkremer
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Five signs that your layoff-spared job sucks
With the modern economy, you've likely experienced a corporate layoff whether you're on the receiving end of the pink slip or are left to pick up the pieces. Here's how to reevaluate your job if...
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 3, 2008, 5:08 AM PDT | Latest comment by emicsoft123
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Do we combat soaring energy prices with a four-day workweek?
In an effort to combat soaring fuel prices, the state of Utah has implemented a four-day workweek for its government offices.
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 2, 2008, 6:11 AM PDT | Latest comment by arignote
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You can never be fully prepared for an interview
All of the reference books and blogs in the world can't fully prepare you for an interview. The reason is that every interviewer and every interviewing situation is going to be different.
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 1, 2008, 4:08 AM PDT | Latest comment by gpend
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How to be the new employee
It's your first week on the job and you're tempted to make a positive splash immediately. But unless you want to alienate yourself, take a step back and just observe.
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 30, 2008, 10:40 AM PDT | Latest comment by ideation@...
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Age discrimination plaintiffs get boost from latest ruling
Historically, it's been pretty hard to prove age discrimination in an employment lawsuit. That was primarily because it was up to the plaintiffs to prove the discrimination. Now, with a recent...
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 30, 2008, 6:39 AM PDT | Latest comment by tbradfor@...
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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
