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Toni Bowers
TechRepublic Staff
Toni Bowers
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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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Manager won't hire moonlighters
A TechRepublic member has a problem with prospective employers who won't hire him because he has a side business. How should he handle it?
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 27, 2008, 5:33 AM PDT | Latest comment by ananthap@...
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100 best places to work in IT
Computerworld collected workplace data from employers and satisfaction ratings from more than 31,000 IT workers to rank the top 100 organizations to work for in IT. These are companies that offer...
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 26, 2008, 7:39 AM PDT
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Court rules employee text messages are private
Your employer cannot look at text messages sent on your work-issued PDAs, according to a federal appellate court decision.
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 26, 2008, 5:19 AM PDT | Latest comment by n4aof@...
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How do you convince potential employers that you're not overqualified?
People have many reasons to pursue a job that is deemed by others to be "below their station." How do you convince a potential employer to give you a chance?
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 25, 2008, 5:20 AM PDT | Latest comment by deb_ellen@...
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CIOs could have a tough time getting a seat at the executive table
Businesses are looking to CIOs to bridge the gap between tech and business by having corporate vision, helping optimize business processes, and offering insight into new areas of growth. Does this...
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 20, 2008, 5:53 AM PDT | Latest comment by jsbell@...
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Employers who check out job candidates on MySpace could be legally liable
According to Workforce.com, a site that helps HR reps stay current with all matters HR, employers who use the data available on social networking sites like Facebook and MySpace to make hiring...
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 19, 2008, 5:34 AM PDT | Latest comment by amit5151
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Be aware and learn some Web conference etiquette
You'd think with Web conferencing having been around for a while now that people would learn what they should and shouldn't do. But it doesn't seem that way. Here are some tips for those still in...
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 18, 2008, 5:32 AM PDT | Latest comment by markpeake
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When a co-worker attempts a coup
What do you do when a co-worker is planning a coup over your boss? This is the situation that faces one employee.
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 17, 2008, 6:13 AM PDT | Latest comment by bettesrr@...
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Top fears of job seekers
Gary Grappo, author of Get the Job You Want in Thirty Days, once outlined the top 10 fears of job seekers that he culled from talking to people around the world. How do they match up to your fears?
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 16, 2008, 4:59 AM PDT | Latest comment by emicsoft123
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Get an inside look (salaries, CEOs) at companies
A new site lets you check out salaries and CEO rankings at some high-level companies. You can even get gossip about their work environments.
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 12, 2008, 6:48 AM PDT | Latest comment by fourcadm
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Google's 20 percent time undergoes rehab
Google's 20 percent time corporate philosophy has undergone some tightening. Is Google being mean or just reacting to the fact that you can't trust everyone with a liberal company policy?
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 11, 2008, 3:51 AM PDT | Latest comment by Tenagra71
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Your IT role and title may change and here's why
Expect some overhauls in IT roles and titles to emphasize business more than technology.
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 10, 2008, 8:13 AM PDT | Latest comment by srhoag
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Can't read people very well? Here are some tips
The ability to read nonverbal communication is a great career tool. Unfortunately, not everyone has that ability. A new book may give you some insight into what people are saying when they're not...
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 9, 2008, 6:40 AM PDT | Latest comment by andy02041
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SIMposium 2008 announces keynote themes
SIMposium 08 will held November 9-12 in Lake Buena Vista, FL. Produced by SIM and the SIM Central Florida Chapter, it is designed for and by CIOs to enable peer-to-peer exchange on current...
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 6, 2008, 6:31 AM PDT
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Poll results: Do hiring managers consider your resume's Objectives statement?
We have the results from the poll we conducted in which we asked if IT managers ever pay attention to the Objectives statement that many people put on their resumes.
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 5, 2008, 5:02 AM PDT | Latest comment by speculatrix
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Report offers snapshot of the best and worst places for the IT service industry
OnForce, Inc., a community-based marketplace for on-site technology service has released its "State of the Industry Report," which is based on work orders completed between Jan. 1 and March 31.
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 4, 2008, 4:19 AM PDT | Latest comment by carlos.alustiza@...
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Suit filed against Department of Homeland Security over changes to H-1B visa
A group of individuals has filed suit against the Department of Homeland Security over a new rule that would increase the on-the-job training period for those in the country on H-1B visas.
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 3, 2008, 7:31 AM PDT | Latest comment by megabaum
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Resume tips for those just starting out
If you're just starting out in the work world, here are some tips on how to construct a resume that highlights your skills more than your work experience.
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 3, 2008, 6:48 AM PDT | Latest comment by ivoyhip@...
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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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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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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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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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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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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 aarthex
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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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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
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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_
