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10 terms from the alternative Geek-Speak glossary
Jun 2009
Not content with the standard definitions, Jeff Dray decided to stretch the meanings of several tech terms. You may have a few of your own to add to the list.This download is also available as an...
Provided by Jeff Dray
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Top 10 guidance tips for new CIOS and IT leaders
Jun 2010
Having reached the midpoint of his first 100 days in a new CIO position, Isaac Sacolick has developed some practical strategies for anyone who's stepping into an IT leadership role.This download...
Provided by Isaac Sacolick
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10+ ways to overcome bureaucratic obstacles
Jan 2009
Being thwarted by a bureaucratic roadblock can be a huge aggravation. Your task may be simple, but some red tape, regulation, or gatekeeper stands squarely in your path. Calvin Sun offers some...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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10 early signs that someone will make a great leader
May 2008
It's important to identify individuals who have leadership potential so that you can help them step into that role when they're ready. Here are some behaviors and qualities that may indicate you...
Provided by Bill Stronge
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10 ways to develop customer self-sufficiency
May 2008
Helping your customers become more technically capable frees you up to spend more time giving them higher-value services -- which could ultimately benefit your career. Calvin Sun offers some...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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10 questions you should ask when considering retirement
Jul 2010
If you're one of the many IT pros who is wondering whether it's time to retire, these insights from Alan Norton will give you an idea of what to expect and what to consider as you make your...
Provided by Alan Norton
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Finding the right way to address mistakes your customers make
May 2007
When customers call you because they've done something wrong, how do you react? If you hastily resolve the immediate issue without taking a longer view and addressing the actions that led up to...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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10 ways to gain and keep the loyalty of your staff
Mar 2009
You depend on your team to be productive and reliable so that the entire IT department can be successful. But to get everyone to do their best work, you need to build a relationship of trust and...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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10 ways to work better with your boss
Dec 2007
Bosses: You can't live with them, and you can't live without them. Like it or not, most of us must deal with a boss, and the way we do so affects not just our career advancement and our salary,...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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10 things I love about IT
Feb 2008
It's sometimes easy to forget why we got into this business or why we stay in it, particularly when the scope is creeping, the customers are demanding customization to the product, and the boss'...
Provided by Justin James
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10 ways to train your boss to give you the support you need
Jun 2006
If your boss routinely ignores you, withholds praise, or offers little direction or feedback, you might need to take action. IT pro Becky Roberts offers these tips for getting your boss on the...
Provided by Becky Roberts
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10 high-tech gadgets I can live without
Aug 2010
Think all IT pros go crazy over cool tech tools and toys? Not Alan Norton. In fact, he may be approaching geek heresy with his take on these popular devices.This download is also available as an...
Provided by Alan Norton
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Ten ways to decline a request for free tech support
May 2005
Requests for free tech support often catch you off guard and your first instinct is to accept the task. But taking on a free support job is often a significant commitment and can be a real...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Seven steps to a sharper IT manager resume
Jul 2005
Tune up your resume with the help of these simple refinements. If a little dust has accumulated on your resume, now's the time for an update. These steps will help you revamp your resume to...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Ten skills that can help you land an IT manager job
Mar 2005
Your experience and tech credentials might make you a strong candidate for an IT manager position, but the CIO may be looking for something more. Find out how playing up certain nontechnical...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Tools & Templates
Encourage professional growth with this development plan template
Aug 2005
This simple template can serve as a tool for promoting the professional development of your employees by outlining their developmental objectives and defining specific measures to achieve them....
Provided by TechRepublic
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10+ useless interview questions... and what you should ask instead
Apr 2008
Interview prep guides are full of recommended 'tough' questions, but a lot of them are a complete waste of time. Here's a list of questions to avoid and some better ways to elicit useful...
Provided by Erik Eckel
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Book chapters
Detect rootkits and rootkit behavior with these techniques
Apr 2006
This sample chapter, taken from Rootkits: Subverting the Windows Kernel, discusses two basic approaches to rootkit detection. Rootkits can be difficult to detect, especially when they operate in...
Provided by Addison Wesley Professional
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Seven warning signs that you should turn down a job offer
Jul 2005
When you're considering a job offer, be on the lookout for these signs that you should steer clear of it. It's tempting to accept the first job offer that comes along, especially when you've been...
Provided by TechRepublic
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10 things you should know about creating a resume for a high-level IT position
Sep 2005
The resume of the experienced IT professional needs to emphasize technical accomplishments and successful projects. These tips will help you build a targeted resume that attracts the type of...
Provided by TechRepublic
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13 interview questions that will help reveal a candidate's true qualities
Oct 2005
Today's IT job hunters are often so adept at fielding interview questions, it can be difficult to get a read on whether they'd be a good fit for your organization. Asking some of these questions...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Nineteen words that don't belong in your resume
Feb 2005
Career coaches or head hunters may have told you that creating an effective resume means punching it up with jazzy verbs and adjectives. Not so, say IT hiring managers. In fact, if you're using...
Provided by TechRepublic
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10 things you should know about developing soft skills to advance your IT career
Nov 2005
IT pros often have considerable technical training under their belts but lack experience in some key nontechnical areas. These pointers will help you focus on career-boosting soft skills,...
Provided by TechRepublic
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High impact resume for the experienced IT pro
May 2002
The resume of the experienced IT professional needs to emphasize technical accomplishments and successful projects. Here is an example you can download and use as a template for creating your own...
Provided by TechRepublic
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10+ IT organizations that can boost your career
Feb 2008
Job listings, vendor reviews, training programs, scholarships -- all potential benefits of joining a professional IT organization. This updated listing provides the information you need to...
Provided by TechRepublic
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500 Things You Need to Know to Succeed in Your IT Career: Volume 2
Apr 2012
TechRepublic's 500 Things You Need to Know to Succeed in Your IT Career: Volume 2 will help you develop the knowledge and skills you need to advance your career and excel as an IT professional....
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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10 things you should know about starting an IT consulting business
Jan 2006
Consulting can be a lucrative business, but breaking out on your own can be a monumental undertaking. Here's a rundown of some of the major concerns and obstacles you'll want to consider before...
Provided by TechRepublic
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10 reasons for quitting IT
Feb 2011
There are a lot of upsides to working in IT -- but depending on your situation, you might find yourself considering other career options. Jack Wallen describes a few factors that could be the last...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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10 things I love about IT
Feb 2008
It's sometimes easy to forget why we got into this business or why we stay in it, particularly when the scope is creeping, the customers are demanding customization to the product, and the boss'...
Provided by Justin James
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Ten good reasons not to provide free tech support
May 2005
As an IT support professional, people routinely ask me to "help" then solve computer problems unrelated to my actual job. I like to help when and where I can, but there are serious pitfalls to...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Ten ways to decline a request for free tech support
May 2005
Requests for free tech support often catch you off guard and your first instinct is to accept the task. But taking on a free support job is often a significant commitment and can be a real...
Provided by TechRepublic
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10 dirty little secrets you should know about working in IT
Aug 2007
If you're preparing for a career in IT or are new to the field, many of the "dirty little secrets" in this list may surprise you because we don't usually talk about them out loud. But if you're an...
Provided by Jason Hiner
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10+ ways to help your help desk (and therefore yourself)
Jul 2008
If you're a go-to resource for your organization's help desk, you can make your job easier by making their job easier. Calvin Sun looks at some things you can do to make help desk operations go...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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Seven steps to a sharper IT manager resume
Jul 2005
Tune up your resume with the help of these simple refinements. If a little dust has accumulated on your resume, now's the time for an update. These steps will help you revamp your resume to...
Provided by TechRepublic
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10 ways to train your boss to give you the support you need
Jun 2006
If your boss routinely ignores you, withholds praise, or offers little direction or feedback, you might need to take action. IT pro Becky Roberts offers these tips for getting your boss on the...
Provided by Becky Roberts
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10 ways to prepare yourself for an IT leadership role
Sep 2007
If you're looking for leadership opportunities, it won't take you too long to find them. In fact, most of the time, they'll find you. Make sure you are constantly working on both your hard and...
Provided by Ramon Padilla
