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Toni Bowers
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Toni Bowers
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Infographic: Try these 11 U.S. cities (and one Canadian) to find an IT job
According to research done by Modis, IT jobs are growing and not just in Silicon Valley.
Posted by Selena Frye | March 14, 2012, 5:05 PM PDT | Latest comment by sissy sue
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Can an employer ask for your Facebook login and password?
Another case that is attempting to define privacy in a world that is enamored of social media.
Posted by Toni Bowers | March 13, 2012, 8:31 AM PDT | Latest comment by jon_chalk@...
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Resume makeover number two
We're back with another resume makeover from resume expert Jennifer Hay. This time we tackle the resume for a support pro.
Posted by Toni Bowers | March 12, 2012, 6:02 AM PDT | Latest comment by Jenniferhay
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Poll: Is it OK for people to expect free IT advice from you?
Every IT pro has been asked for some kind of technical advice from friends and family members. But when near strangers in a social environment ask, is it out of line?
Posted by Toni Bowers | March 7, 2012, 6:41 AM PST | Latest comment by michaellashinsky@...
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Checklist: Is your resume ready for prime time?
Here's a checklist to use on your resume to make sure it's the best it can be before you send it out.
Posted by Toni Bowers | March 6, 2012, 8:35 AM PST | Latest comment by neerajjain8@...
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Strides to conquer workplace bullying
Bullying is four times more common than either sexual harassment or racial discrimination on the job, yet those suffering have no legal recourse. Here are some strides that are being taken.
Posted by Toni Bowers | March 5, 2012, 5:51 AM PST | Latest comment by cd003284@...
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Introverts: Managing stress in an extroverted workplace
For introverts, being around people for long periods of time is draining. Here are some tips for making the best of a work situation in which you're surrounded by extroverts.
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 29, 2012, 7:39 AM PST | Latest comment by bens@...
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Nine free iPhone apps to use in your job search
Here are nine iPhone apps that can help you enormously with the full-time job of looking for a job.
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 28, 2012, 6:36 AM PST | Latest comment by sarahnelson188
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Places to look for new jobs in the tech arena
The tech sector seems to be the first horse out of the gate in recovering from the recession. Here are some areas across the U.S. that are creating tech jobs.
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 27, 2012, 5:29 AM PST | Latest comment by Chaz Chance#
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Anatomy of a survey gone bad
Surveys seem to be marketers go-to sales device these days. But if you look closely, you'll find that they're not always on the up and up.
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 23, 2012, 4:27 AM PST | Latest comment by DFO_REXX
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Grade your job poll results: IT Data Analyst
The results of the last poll in our Grade Your Job series. This week is Data Analyst.
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 20, 2012, 9:40 AM PST | Latest comment by MissDorkness
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Infographic: IT Leaders
Most people in IT have struggled with others' perceptions of what they do versus what they really do. Here's a funny infographic illustrating this.
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 17, 2012, 5:31 AM PST | Latest comment by randyvramirez@...
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Can stress be good?
There are two kinds of stress -- bad and good. Here is the difference and the benefits that can be had from good stress.
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 15, 2012, 4:54 AM PST | Latest comment by bjswm@...
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Certifications most likely to land you a new job
PMP and CCNA lead the way for certifications that are in most demand.
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 14, 2012, 4:34 AM PST | Latest comment by carl.maynard
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Grade your job poll results: IT Consultant
This week we present the results of the grade your job poll for IT Consultants.
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 13, 2012, 4:28 AM PST
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Poll: What's most important to you when choosing a career?
Choosing a career is influenced by a lot of factors, but we'd like to know what your main criterion is or was?
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 9, 2012, 4:49 AM PST | Latest comment by Tony Hopkinson
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Infographic: How promotions are made
An infographic examines how tough promotion decisions are made and what role favoritism plays in the process.
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 8, 2012, 6:47 AM PST
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Four email types that can drive you crazy
People have distinctly different ways of doing things -- even something as simple as emailing. Here are four types that can drive you crazy.
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 7, 2012, 5:44 AM PST | Latest comment by craigkra@...
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Grade your job poll results: Network Administrator
Here are the poll results for grade your job: Network Administrator.
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 6, 2012, 7:44 AM PST
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Highest paid CIOs spend more time relationship building than team management
According to a recent survey, the highest paid CIOs value building relationships with top executives over managing their teams. What does this mean?
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 2, 2012, 8:29 AM PST | Latest comment by ceso_softdev
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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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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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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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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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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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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
