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Toni Bowers
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Toni Bowers
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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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When e-mail serves to lower productivity
E-mail's "Reply All" function seems to lend itself to misuse. Here are some reasons not to use it.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 9, 2008, 6:22 AM PDT | Latest comment by kgartner@...
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Are IT pros prone to drug abuse?
According to the DEA, "there are millions of abusers working in our companies, some in very sensitive positions." One blogger makes the assumption that since IT workers often have sensitive jobs,...
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 7, 2008, 8:15 AM PDT | Latest comment by Cannabis Seed
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March marks third consecutive month of job losses
According to The New York Times, employers slashed 80,000 jobs in March.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 4, 2008, 6:23 AM PDT | Latest comment by DelbertPGH
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Steps you should take to stop the office bully
This is part three of our series on workplace bullying. Here are the steps you should take if you feel like the target of an office bully.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 3, 2008, 5:27 AM PDT | Latest comment by tarabeatty
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April Fool's Day pranks prove some corporations have a sense of humor
Some industry giants yesterday proved that they actually had a sense of humor with the April Fool's Day hijinks they took part in.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 2, 2008, 7:39 AM PDT | Latest comment by aekblade
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The connection between IT and Asperger's Syndrome
It's sometimes called the "Geek Syndrome." Medically, Asperger's is one of several autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) characterized by difficulties in social interaction and by restricted,...
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 2, 2008, 7:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by TechManic
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Microsoft petitions to hire 1,600 foreign workers
Peter Whoriskey reported in The Washington Post today that this year Microsoft petitioned to hire 1,600 foreign workers. Company officials think they'll be lucky to gain 600 of those in this...
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 1, 2008, 12:18 PM PDT | Latest comment by OldRusty
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Can a CEO's terrible people skills affect company success?
In the recent past, a number of CEOs have made headlines by being let go from their jobs due to atrocious people handling skills. How does that lack of skills translate to the bottom line?
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 1, 2008, 7:35 AM PDT | Latest comment by santeewelding
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Nearly 3,000 IT workers affected in Shell outsourcing deal
Royal Dutch Shell will farm out its technology and telecommunications infrastructure in three deals valued at about $4.2 billion. Here's how it affects the company's nearly 3,000 IT workers.
Posted by Toni Bowers | March 31, 2008, 9:04 AM PDT | Latest comment by eejc
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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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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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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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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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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_
