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Toni Bowers
TechRepublic Staff
Toni Bowers
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Tips for overcoming a fear of public speaking
It always seems to make the top 10 list of fears -- the fear of public speaking. But what do you do if your career can't move forward without it? Here are some tips.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 30, 2008, 4:18 AM PDT | Latest comment by drkings
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Do you use the Objectives section on your resume?
Some people place a paragraph at the top of their resume that talks about their career objectives or sums up the characteristics that would make them good employees. Do you use this feature?
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 29, 2008, 5:39 AM PDT | Latest comment by philip_jones2003@...
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Will gamers embrace Wii Fit?
Nintendo introduces an exercise package to its popular Wii game console. Will your regular gamers embrace it?
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 28, 2008, 4:57 AM PDT | Latest comment by m.vuk@...
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Penetration testing: Hacking the FBI
One penetration tester was able to hack into the FBI's database in about six hours. Could something like that be the career for you?
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 27, 2008, 6:11 AM PDT | Latest comment by Asperg
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20 tips for getting a promotion
Here's a list of tips from one IT pro, who believes tthat they helped him get a promotion.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 22, 2008, 10:25 AM PDT | Latest comment by dallas_dc
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How will Google Health work?
Google Health is a personal portal that can be used to upload, store and view personal medical information, retrieve records, investigate health matters, set medication reminder alerts, etc. But...
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 21, 2008, 5:27 AM PDT | Latest comment by emicsoft123
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Some companies lax on terminating network access to departing employees
In a world that has had to become obsessed with data security, it's amazing how many companies are lax when it comes to terminating network access for departing employees. Take a look at these...
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 20, 2008, 5:30 AM PDT | Latest comment by brudab@...
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Could you have a career in Search Engine Optimization?
Is being an expert at SEO the career option of the future? Or is it the career most likely to have the rug pulled out from under it when Google decides to change its ranking algorithm?
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 19, 2008, 6:59 AM PDT | Latest comment by robert0123
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Your career and the Imposter Syndrome
A Harvard Business blog post by Gill Corkindale talks about a phenomenon she calls Imposter Syndrome. Briefly, this is something seen in managers on fast-track careers who have been promoted to...
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 16, 2008, 4:18 AM PDT | Latest comment by JohnGraden@...
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CBS acquires CNET Networks
TechRepublic's parent company, CNET Networks, has been acquired by CBS.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 15, 2008, 6:58 AM PDT | Latest comment by yanipen@...
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A look at ambition: Why do you want to move up in your organization?
Some people want to move into management for the "power." Unless you have a real talent for it, do us all a favor and stay away.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 14, 2008, 11:52 AM PDT | Latest comment by jbenoglob
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Facebook mentality coming to business apps
It looks like manufacturers of business apps are taking cues from social engineering sites for a way to unite geographically disparate workforces. As usual, there is the distinct chance that...
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 13, 2008, 8:49 AM PDT | Latest comment by Ergo we surrender.
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Technology helps woman find laptop thief
A clever use of technology helps a woman recover her stolen laptop and nail the thief.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 12, 2008, 11:47 AM PDT | Latest comment by Florante
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Job loss scare brings out the suck-ups
I guess it's a natural phenomenon brought on by fear, but when the threat of layoff looms, many employees scramble to impress the boss.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 8, 2008, 7:35 AM PDT | Latest comment by mark.giblin@...
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Don't expect these five high-tech skills to bring you more money
If pay rate for a skill is any indication of its value, there are some IT skills that look to be well on their way to extinction. A recent piece from Network World listed the five high-tech skills...
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 7, 2008, 8:36 AM PDT | Latest comment by ron@...
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PDAs and labor laws
In Canada, there are movements afoot to add PDA usage to employee contracts to keep employees from being taken advantage of. But could this backfire?
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 6, 2008, 6:56 AM PDT | Latest comment by bstory@...
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The value of information security certs
According to a just-released report from Global Information Security Workforce, there's been a 10% annual growth rate for the information security profession, despite the projected economic...
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 1, 2008, 7:28 AM PDT | Latest comment by Eoghan
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Job ad scam artist pleads guilty
Frantzy Morisset pleaded guilty to identity theft and fraud for posting bogus ads for jobs at Microsoft.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 30, 2008, 6:16 AM PDT | Latest comment by TheSwabbie
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Is there no career opportunity for the Help Desk pro?
People have varying views of the career potential for Help Desk pros. One is that it's a dead-end job; the other is that it's a good opportunity to learn about the company and flex your people skills.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 30, 2008, 5:57 AM PDT | Latest comment by szlzezezpzzz
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Buzzwords and jargon: Surviving the trite
Buzzwords and jargon are often tools for the verbally unimaginative. But sometimes a few come along that are pretty fun.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 29, 2008, 4:28 AM PDT | Latest comment by emicsoft123
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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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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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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 aidemzo_adanac
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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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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
