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Toni Bowers
TechRepublic Staff
Toni Bowers
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Advice for the job hunter: Know thyself first
Before you can sell yourself to a prospective employer, you must look at the actual skill set you possess and not what you'd like to have.
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 19, 2008, 4:54 AM PST | Latest comment by jim@...
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Three tips for making the most of an interview thank you note
Most of us are aware that sending a thank you note to interviewers after the interview is a must. They demonstrate a level of professionalism and manners that is always appreciated. But some...
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 13, 2008, 5:52 AM PST | Latest comment by mburrows@...
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Resume tips for older job seekers
Did you know that by 2010 one of every three workers will be over 50 years old? You would hope that seasoned folks would be a welcome addition to any staff, but you never know in today's...
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 11, 2008, 10:09 AM PST | Latest comment by mwclarke1@...
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Be careful when mailing resumes to anonymous companies
I recently read an account of an employee who, in response to an ad in the paper, sent a resume to an anonymous company via P.O. box. Unfortunately for him, that company happened to be the same...
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 8, 2008, 5:28 AM PST | Latest comment by amaronge@...
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Technology that has stolen my heart
I don't mind saying that, speaking only from the perspective of an end-user, I am deeply in love with e-mail. In fact, I even wrote a blog once wishing e-mail a happy birthday. Sure, e-mail and I...
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 7, 2008, 8:13 AM PST | Latest comment by derek@...
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If Bobby Knight were your CIO
You often hear management coaches equate corporate team management with sports coaching. It's become a cliché, but sometimes the same strategies used by coaches to create game-winning teams can...
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 5, 2008, 8:18 AM PST | Latest comment by mdhealy@...
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How will a recession affect IT?
They're not saying there will be a recession, nor, even if there is, that it will affect IT, but Forrester is cautioning CIOs to think proactively in terms of cost-cutting measures. At a January...
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 4, 2008, 6:58 AM PST | Latest comment by gkorte@...
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What's better—An IT degree or tech certifications?
Frankly, it would be easier to solve the age-old question "Which came first the chicken or the egg?" than to ever reach a consensus on the question of whether it's better for an IT pro to have a...
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 1, 2008, 5:30 AM PST | Latest comment by BigD21489
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New book says IT departments heading for extinction
Nicholas Carr, author of The Big Switch: Rewiring the World, from Edison to Google, maintains that in 10 to 20 years, the traditional IT department will be a thing of the past. According to Carr,...
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 30, 2008, 5:56 AM PST | Latest comment by DigitalFrog
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Why some co-workers will never admit to mistakes
I encountered two words the other day that I'd never heard before: unaccountability and sorrylessness. They appeared in an article in the Wall Street Journal, which was about people in the...
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 29, 2008, 6:57 AM PST | Latest comment by zentross
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Is the permalancer a corporation's dream?
A permalancer, or a permanent freelancer, is a person originally hired at a company on a contract basis, but who essentially becomes a full-timer (though without the perks and benefits of a...
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 25, 2008, 6:24 AM PST | Latest comment by IT.Consultant
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More companies realizing the downside of outsourcing
The latest survey from Robert Half Technology says that most CIOs do not outsource technology jobs outside the U.S. Ninety-four percent of the CIOs surveyed said their firms don't outsource....
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 23, 2008, 5:59 AM PST | Latest comment by fox_iacmnf@...
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Microsoft to develop office spy software?
Remember when I talked about how your health issues could possibly get you fired? How about when I talked about how you shouldn't disclose any information about health problems in job interviews...
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 22, 2008, 6:23 AM PST | Latest comment by IT_Goddess
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Physical presence does not equal productivity
I've always been one of those people who like to get to the office early and get all my work done before I leave or take a break. That sounds like bragging but it isn't. The problem is, if I have...
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 17, 2008, 5:39 AM PST | Latest comment by jrichardsjm@...
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There's a reason you won't hear about some benefits in an interview
Have you ever wondered why interviewers don't offer details about health insurance benefits in early interview stages? It could be because they're smart and don't want to break the law. The...
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 16, 2008, 6:51 AM PST | Latest comment by mdhealy@...
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The lost art of paying attention
Small rant here. One of my colleagues got a phone message the other day that was actually meant for me. Fortunately, it was only my dentist's office calling and not something embarrassing like the...
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 15, 2008, 6:54 AM PST | Latest comment by gaschalk@...
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Fighting boredom in the workplace
I once had a job that was so boring it was almost psychological torture. I stayed there for nine months in the hopes that somehow something would make a turn and things would get better. I...
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 14, 2008, 5:49 AM PST | Latest comment by Noc1
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New career sites might let you experience other careers virtually
Has anyone come across CareerHero.com? It's a site targeted toward college students that lets them explore different careers. CareerHero.com's founder, Reena Jadhav, says that the company is...
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 11, 2008, 6:00 AM PST
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IT employment rate rising
While the rest of U.S. employment picture seems to be bad and getting worse (the current unemployment rate is 5.0), the IT employment picture looks pretty rosy. According to an article in CIO...
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 10, 2008, 5:28 AM PST | Latest comment by MadestroITSolutions
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Blog your way to employment
I came across an article today that gave me one of those "I never thought of that, but OF COURSE!" moments. The article, entitled How Blogs Are Changing The Recruiting Landscape appeared on the...
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 8, 2008, 5:03 AM PST | Latest comment by jimmybrion
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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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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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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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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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Glassdoor's top 25 oddball interview questions for 2013
Here are some odd interview questions by hiring managers at some leading companies.
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 15, 2013, 10:02 AM PST | Latest comment by jsargent
