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Toni Bowers
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Toni Bowers
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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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Are you embellishing your resume or just plain lying?
Most people embellish their resumes. In fact, there's quite an art to wording accomplishments so that they appear better than they actually were. But if you're not exactly forthright about your...
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 7, 2008, 6:20 AM PST | Latest comment by Ed Woychowsky
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Never underestimate your work reputation
You hear all the time about the advantages networking has on your career. To those of you who are on the introverted side, the thought of networking might make you cringe. If you're like me,...
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 4, 2008, 6:01 AM PST | Latest comment by emicsoft123
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Don't be fooled by a company's benefit come-ons
Have you ever interviewed at a company that offered you a low salary but tried to woo you with a great benefits program? In other words, they offer a salary that is actually below-poverty level,...
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 3, 2008, 5:22 AM PST | Latest comment by tim@...
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The 8 fastest growing industries in 2008
I know, I know. It's a new year and everybody and her brother has dusted off a crystal ball and is out there telling people what to expect in the coming year. If you thought I would resist the...
Posted by Toni Bowers | January 2, 2008, 6:42 AM PST
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Why is a visit from the big bosses so scary?
A friend of mine just went through a few days of unnecessary terror. The company she works for has several divisions, located in different cities. A couple of weeks ago, the staff in her office...
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 18, 2007, 7:04 AM PST | Latest comment by Ed Woychowsky
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So this guy walks into a bar...
A few years ago, I managed a couple of health care publications. These were newsletters geared toward people with specific chronic illnesses. We offered the latest scientific research, personal...
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 17, 2007, 6:53 AM PST | Latest comment by emicsoft123
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2007 news headlines may affect 2008 hiring
Soaring oil prices, the debut of the iPhone, the mortgage crisis, and toy recalls: Those were the trends and events of 2007 that will more than likely affect the hiring landscape in 2008. The...
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 14, 2007, 9:15 AM PST | Latest comment by norin.radd@...
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Increase the visibility of your resume with keywords
Have you been submitting resumes and not hearing back? A piece on dice.com suggests it may not be your lack of qualifications but more of a lack of keywords. Keywords are phrases that communicate...
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 13, 2007, 6:37 AM PST | Latest comment by farhandude@...
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California gets first statewide CIO
Governor Schwarzenegger has just appointed California's first statewide CIO to Teresa "Teri" M. Takai. Ms. Takai used to be CIO of Michigan and served as director of the Michigan Department of...
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 12, 2007, 10:01 AM PST
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Seven things not to do in a cover letter
Resume writing has become so precise that it's almost a science. With all the how-to books and articles devoted to building a resume that gets noticed, its' fairly easy to build a good resume if...
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 10, 2007, 5:34 AM PST | Latest comment by guy.omalley@...
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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@...
