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Toni Bowers
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Toni Bowers
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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 MartySmartyPants
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The 10 hottest IT jobs
Read what the 10 hottest IT jobs are, according to Baseline Magazine.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 28, 2008, 6:09 AM PDT | Latest comment by santeewelding
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Be prepared for the hindsight critics
When you're asking for feedback about a project that is nearly finished, be prepared to hear a list of detailed problems unless you set some guidelines at the get-go.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 25, 2008, 5:21 AM PDT | Latest comment by dearrohit
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An emerging career no one knows about
Helping to automate hospital record-keeping is an up-and-coming (and lucrative) career choice.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 24, 2008, 6:02 AM PDT | Latest comment by EnterSandGirl
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Indicted Samsung Group Chairman resigns
The chairman of Samsung has resigned because of tax evasion charges. But the government may choose not to give him prison becasue he has contributed to "the growth of South Korea's economy."
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 22, 2008, 12:19 PM PDT | Latest comment by song0439@...
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8 tips for creating your personal brand
For the best results in job hunting, you need to act as your own marketing expert and create and advertise your personal brand. Here are eight great tips for putting your best foot forward online.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 22, 2008, 5:43 AM PDT | Latest comment by jeremial-21966916363912016372987921703527
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Is your boss crazy?
Is your boss temperamental? A tad disorganized? Or do you suspect that he or she is just downright crazy? Take this fun quiz and then let's talk.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 21, 2008, 9:04 AM PDT | Latest comment by seanferd
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LinkedIn: Dealing with the unwanted invitation
Have you ever gotten a LinkedIn invitation from someone you barely know or would prefer not to know? How do you handle it? Here are some tips from an expert.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 17, 2008, 5:10 AM PDT | Latest comment by firstGoodKarma
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If you micromanage, no one wins
Micromanaging can not only demoralize your team members, but it can keep a lot of creative ideas from coming to fruition.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 16, 2008, 6:43 AM PDT | Latest comment by cusackm
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Anger in the office: Its effect could depend on your gender
A new study from Yale University indicates that men who get angry in the workplace are seen in a better light than women who get angry. Here are the details.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 15, 2008, 5:29 AM PDT | Latest comment by jdclyde
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Did Google misuse non-compete agreements of DoubleClick employees?
Reportedly, Google managers asked DoubleClick employees to sign non-compete contracts and then laid them off a week later. Can they enforce these contracts?
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 14, 2008, 6:37 AM PDT | Latest comment by kingttx
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Optimizing LinkedIn for job hunting
Here's a list of things you can do to optimize LinkedIn for your job search.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 10, 2008, 5:33 AM PDT | Latest comment by wendy@...
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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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Top 10 companies with the best business outlook, according to employees
See which companies employees said had the best business outlook for the coming year.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 27, 2013, 6:44 AM PDT | Latest comment by JCitizen
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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 Slayer_
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You know what's important about end-user training? The end user
End-user training is often a huge fail because IT pros don't consider the needs or the learning style of their audience members.
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 5, 2013, 8:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by NickNielsen
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There are no hiring shortcuts
As a hiring manager, do you depend on superstition and dubious statistics to help you choose the right person?
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 30, 2013, 3:41 AM PDT | Latest comment by aidemzo_adanac
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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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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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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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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 rohansharma
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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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How entry level developers are being squeezed out of the job field, and what they can do about it
Entry-level developers can overcome the increasingly steep barriers to entry in the field, but only if they are willing to invest the necessary time to get some hands-on experience using the tools...
Posted by Justin James | June 3, 2013, 8:04 AM PDT | Latest comment by Tony Hopkinson
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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 aleigh2013
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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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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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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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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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Top three IT certifications you can get from scratch
Accessible online training can help you conquer some of the barriers to pursuing IT certifications.
Posted by Guest Contributor | July 24, 2012, 6:01 AM PDT | Latest comment by keithmayer
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Q&A: Windows Server 2012 career opportunities
TechRepublic talks to two Windows Server 2012 experts about the career opportunities it creates for IT professionals.
Posted by Brian Taylor | May 22, 2013, 6:50 AM PDT
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Is this development job a good fit for you?
All too often, people take a job that just is not the right fit, and the result is uncomfortable at best. So how do you decide if a job is really right for you?
Posted by Justin James | June 10, 2013, 8:05 AM PDT | Latest comment by salnaib@...
