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Toni Bowers
TechRepublic Staff
Toni Bowers
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Does your resume say what the hiring manager wants to know?
Be very careful when crafting your resume that its most important parts won't be lost to a different interpretation.
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 20, 2012, 12:06 PM PDT | Latest comment by Tony Hopkinson
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Tech Career Expo and Dev Jam going on June 28-29
Market leading companies will be participating in this year's Tech Career Expo and Dev Jam in San Francisco's Moscone Center on June 28 and 29.
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 19, 2012, 10:44 AM PDT
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Five online behaviors that are overused and misapplied
Donovan Colbert talks about five online behaviors that are overused and misapplied, like claiming a person is a troll.
Posted by Donovan Colbert | June 19, 2012, 7:01 AM PDT | Latest comment by apotheon
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What's the new MCSE certification all about?
Dave Leaver talks about how the new MCSE certification differs from the old one.
Posted by Dave Leaver | June 18, 2012, 7:13 AM PDT | Latest comment by tony@...
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Infographic: Which skills are most valuable when training for upper management?
Take a look at this infographic based on research by the Center for Creative Leadership.
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 14, 2012, 5:16 AM PDT
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What to do about an obnoxious boss
It's a touchy situation when the person making your work life miserable is your boss. Here are some tips for easing the problem.
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 13, 2012, 5:27 AM PDT | Latest comment by Greg Miliates
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Make it or fake it: Why your IT resume writer needs IT experience
IT resume expert Jennifer Hay illustrates why, if you outsource your resume creation, it is important to find someone with an IT background.
Posted by Jennifer Hay | June 12, 2012, 9:05 AM PDT | Latest comment by Tony Hopkinson
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Silicon valley takes to the high seas--sort of
To get past government regulations that prevent budding entrepreneurs from getting H-1B visas, one company builds a boat and puts it 12 miles off the coast of California.
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 11, 2012, 6:43 AM PDT | Latest comment by AnsuGisalas
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How NOT to sell your product or your services
After a disappointing conference call with someone promoting a new career web site, Toni Bowers has some pointers on how NOT to get a good reception.
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 6, 2012, 7:43 AM PDT | Latest comment by Gemmz
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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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Beware the low Klout score!
There is yet another way for job seekers to be judged superficially. Have you checked your Klout score lately?
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 4, 2012, 6:09 AM PDT | Latest comment by Mary1010
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Five unusual job interview challenges
Be sure you're not a casualty by following these five guidelines to diffusing some potentially explosive job interview situations.
Posted by Guest Contributor | May 30, 2012, 11:35 AM PDT | Latest comment by Erich_Lagasse
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Should IT be unionized?
Patrick Gray thinks unionization is exactly the wrong answer for IT, and the dynamic career IT he has been given would not be possible in a unionized environment.
Posted by Patrick Gray | May 30, 2012, 4:48 AM PDT | Latest comment by rgreenly@...
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Poll: Do your senior executives think they're 'above' adhering to IT policies?
A European report reveals that many corporate executives ignore IT security policies and procedures. Do yours?
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 29, 2012, 5:21 AM PDT | Latest comment by dl_wraith
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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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Password Protection Act of 2012 filed
A new bill is filed to prevent employers from asking employees and job candidates for their passwords to social networking sites.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 22, 2012, 8:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by Wolffe_
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The most liked tech CEOs and their web presence
See the country's most-liked tech CEOs and how their web presence corresponds.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 21, 2012, 5:19 AM PDT | Latest comment by macmanjim
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Veterans in the workplace: What employers and vets need to know
A former Army doctor and psychiatrist offers advice for veterans entering the civilian workforce and for those who are hiring them.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 16, 2012, 6:40 AM PDT | Latest comment by toni.bowers_b
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Using Facebook's Like button does not fall under 'protected speech'
A judge rules that Facebook's Like button is not "protected speech."
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 15, 2012, 7:51 AM PDT | Latest comment by lkuhlman@...
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Resume makeover: Project Manager
This month we tackle a resume makeover for an experienced project manager.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 14, 2012, 7:35 AM PDT | Latest comment by kristina123123
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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@...
