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TechRepublic's Download Directory is the place to get free tech resources in a variety of formats, including PDF versions of popular articles, "10 things" lists, sample chapters from technology books, "How do I..." problem-solving guides, cheat sheets for knocking out IT tasks, keyboard shortcuts, glossaries, career pointers, and collections of tips and techniques that focus on critical topics.
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10 things you should know about bloggers and blogging
Nov 2009
If you're thinking about taking on a blogging gig, Rick Vanover has some pointers and a look at what you can expect.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Rick Vanover
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10 questions on practical transformation: An interview with Cook County's CIO
Nov 2009
As CIO of the second-largest county in the United States, Antonio Hylton is pursuing some major transformational goals. Find out about his job, his plan, and his vision of the future.This download...
Provided by Jeff Cerny
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10 reasons you're not closing the deal in your job search
Nov 2009
If your job leads fail to pan out - again and again - it might be time to rethink your approach. Deb Shinder offers some job search do's and don'ts.This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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10 ways to use holiday parties to climb the career ladder
Dec 2009
You may not be looking forward to that office party, but you can make it work to your career advantage.This download is also available as an entry in our IT Leadership blog.
Provided by John McKee
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10 ways to tame the chaos and organize your office life
Dec 2009
With a new year around the corner, now is the perfect time to clear the decks and develop some new habits to help you get your office life on track - and keep it that way.This download is also...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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10 reasons why your boss tunes you out
Mar 2010
Your boss may have a good reason for ignoring your input -- and it may have nothing to do with you. BNET's Steve Tobak pinpoints some of the reasons why you might sometimes get snubbed.This...
Provided by Steve Tobak
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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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10 ways to get the most out of your IT training
Apr 2010
Whether you're training on your company's dime or your own, you want to get maximum value for your efforts. These tips will help you take advantage of the best learning opportunities.This download...
Provided by Don Whitnah
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10 things I hate about corporate IT
Apr 2010
Having worked his way up the IT ladder, Patrick Gray is well acquainted with the darker aspects of the profession. See if his concerns ring a bell.This download is also available as a pair of...
Provided by Patrick Gray
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24 key career links for IT professionals
Sep 2005
Whether you're looking for salary information, career advice, or job postings, these Web resources will provide you with a wealth of useful information. Given the volume of career information on...
Provided by TechRepublic
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The 10 worst things about getting laid off
May 2010
No matter what the circumstances are, getting laid off can knock you for a loop. If you've been through it, you'll probably recognize some of these side effects.This download is also available as...
Provided by Steve Tobak
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10 surefire ways to kill morale
May 2010
It's easy to demotivate your staff without realizing you're doing it. Calvin Sun highlights a few morale-busting behaviors to watch out for. This download is also available as an entry in our 10...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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Landing Your Next IT Job - ISO
Mar 2005
Whether you're shooting for a promotion, looking for a different job at a different company, or wanting to stay in IT but in a different industry, this is the resource for you. TechRepublic's...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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TechRepublic Pro IT Server Task Form: Employee Promotion
Feb 2006
When employees change position in an organization, it can make almost as much work for you as when a new employee joins the organization. You can use this form to make sure that all of a user's...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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10 interview questions to help make the best geeky hire
Jun 2010
Interviewing for an IT position isn't all about determining technical proficiency -- it's also important to measure a candidate's geek quotient. After all, would you want someone on board who...
Provided by Justin James
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Top 10 computer history Web sites
Jun 2010
If you're a computer history buff -- or you just want to revisit the tech of your youth -- check out these museum sites featuring articles, pictures, forums, and even the first TV commercials for...
Provided by Tim Malone
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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 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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10 things you should know about researching a company
Jul 2010
Whether you're looking into potential new clients or hoping to become an employee of a particular company, you'll be on more solid footing if you've done some homework.This download is also...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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10 ways to make sure you and your clients see eye to eye
Jul 2010
IT consultants need more than technical knowledge and experience -- they need to make sure they're on the same page with their clients. Jack Wallen suggests some ways to make that happen.This...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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10+ ways to be productive when you're brain dead
Jul 2010
Cognition on the fritz? Here are some ways to salvage the day even if you're not hitting on all (or any) cylinders.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Steve Tobak
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10 types of system administrators you'll encounter in the field
Jul 2010
Spend enough time in the IT biz and you're bound to run across a few... characters. Justin James has identified some sys admins who are representative of the species.This download is also...
Provided by Justin James
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10 ways to use social networking tools to promote your business
Aug 2010
Social networking sites provide unprecedented opportunities to get the word out about yourself and your business. Unfortunately, many people don't have a clue how to use these tools effectively....
Provided by Deb Shinder
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10 legal issues that consultants should know about
Oct 2010
Don't get blindsided by some legal misstep you never even heard of. Calvin Sun runs through the nitty-gritty issues all consultants should be prepared for.This download is also available as an...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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The Changing Face of IT
Oct 2010
This presentation by Jason Hiner appeared at TechRepublic Live 2010 in Louisville, KY, on July 1-2, 2010.
Provided by TechRepublic.com
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IT Crimewatch: Bringing Down Cybercriminals
Oct 2010
This presentation by Deb Shinder appeared at TechRepublic Live 2010 in Louisville, KY, on July 1-2, 2010.
Provided by TechRepublic.com
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Your emails: The best and the worst
Oct 2010
This presentation by Toni Bowers appeared at TechRepublic Live 2010 in Louisville, KY, on July 1-2, 2010.
Provided by TechRepublic.com
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10 ways careers may change in the future
Oct 2010
The employment landscape continues to evolve, with changes in educational requirements, salary expectations, work schedules, and job roles. Alan Norton looks at current trends and offers a few...
Provided by Alan Norton
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The Great Open Source Debate
Oct 2010
This presentation by Scott Lowe and Jack Wallen appeared at TechRepublic Live 2010 in Louisville, KY, on July 1-2, 2010.
Provided by TechRepublic.com
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10 ways for road warriors to avoid snags and snafus
Oct 2010
From small aggravations to huge headaches, a lot can go wrong when you hit the road. Veteran globetrotter Brien Posey offers some advice that will help you stay productive when you travel.This...
Provided by Brien Posey
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The 10 greatest moments of Microsoft-Apple collaboration
Nov 2010
Microsoft versus Apple has long been the marquee rivalry of the technology industry, but the two companies also have a long history as frenemies. Here are their 10 greatest collaborations. This...
Provided by Jason Hiner
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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 resolutions to help grow your consulting business in 2011
Jan 2011
The start of a new year is a good time to take stock and establish goals for improvement. Jack Wallen suggests some measures to help your consultancy thrive in the months to come.This download is...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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10 things to consider when working with people from a non-U.S. background
Jan 2011
Working effectively with associates from other countries requires an awareness of potential misunderstandings. Calvin Sun offers some advice on how to make sure communications go smoothly.This...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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Experts' view: Strategies for making your meetings effective and useful
Aug 2006
Every so often, you may find yourself walking out of a meeting feeling hopeful and energized by the ground that was covered, the ideas that emerged, and the issues that were resolved. A meeting...
Provided by TechRepublic
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The 10 biggest LinkedIn annoyances
Feb 2011
As useful as LinkedIn is for promoting your career or business and connecting with other professionals, users have voiced some major peeves. Tim Heard rounded up the top complaints.This download...
Provided by Tim Heard
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Book chapters
Do you have what it takes to be a successful information systems auditor?
Nov 2006
The world's increasing dependency on electronic information systems has created a widespread need for a new type of auditor: the information systems auditor. One of the most challenging and...
Provided by Sybex
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Top 10 leadership qualities of successful CIOs
Mar 2007
We asked successful CIOs and executive recruiters what they think makes a CIO a great leader. Communication, political savvy, and a visionary outlook top the list. This download is also available...
Provided by Karen Ann Kidd
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Book chapters
CISA exam prep: Investigate the information systems used for IT delivery and support
Jul 2007
The Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) must look closely at the technology an organization uses, examine its controls, and evaluate its potential vulnerabilities. An IS auditor must...
Provided by Exam Cram
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10 telephone blunders that could hurt your image
Jul 2007
The way you handle your phone communications can greatly affect the impression you give professional associates. As Calvin Sun explains, mistakes such as taking cell phone calls during meetings...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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10 mistakes to avoid when seeking a new job
Oct 2008
Sometimes, all it takes is a small mistake or oversight to turn off a potential employer. Calvin Sun offers this list of job-search gaffes that could torpedo your chances of getting hired.This...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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10 simple things you can do to improve your writing
Sep 2008
If you're like much of today's workforce, you need to have halfway decent writing skills to succeed at your job. But even if you don't have time to work on those skills, mastering a few basic...
Provided by Jody Gilbert
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10 ways to survive office politics
Sep 2008
Friction, deceit, gossip, rivalry, power plays -- fine for movies and TV, but potentially disastrous in the workplace. Calvin Sun looks at strategies for steering clear of issues that can unravel...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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10 ways to learn new skills on the cheap
Sep 2008
Limited time, family demands, and travel make it tough to squeeze in the training you need, but cost doesn't have to be an obstacle. In fact, some of the least expensive training alternatives can...
Provided by Jerry Loza
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10 ways to establish rapport with others
Sep 2008
It's not always easy to connect with other people, but it's a useful skill to master -- for your personal life as well as for your professional one. Calvin Sun offers some suggestions for getting...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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5 things that suck about working in IT (and 5 things that don't)
Sep 2008
Working in IT is one of the world's most challenging jobs -- which is sometimes bad and sometimes good. TechRepublic Editor in Chief Jason Hiner offers five reasons why working in IT can really...
Provided by Jason Hiner
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10 ways to get maximum value from a professional development class
Sep 2008
If your company (or you) invests in training aimed at helping you become more capable and well-rounded, it only makes sense to get everything you can out of the class. Calvin Sun offers some...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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Best of Bowers: Top 10 career management blog posts
Sep 2008
Few bloggers can match Toni Bowers for stirring up interesting debates, raising tough questions, bringing attention to IT employment trends, putting ridiculous ideas in their place, and giving...
Provided by Toni Bowers
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10 ways to kickstart the performance of your underachievers
Aug 2008
Poor performers can drag down your whole team. Business and leadership coach John McKee shares some strategies for determining the underlying issues and turning those underachievers around.This...
Provided by John McKee
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10 gaffes to avoid with respect to Chinese culture
Jul 2008
If you're doing business in China, meeting with people from China, or planning to work there, you'll want to avoid certain missteps. Calvin Sun explains a bit about Chinese culture and provides a...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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Stay safe when you pull an all-nighter: 10 self-defense tips for techies
Jul 2008
IT pros may be experts at protecting their systems from attack. But working late, short on sleep, preoccupied with a tricky project, they may not be ready to protect themselves. Deb Shinder calls...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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10 ways to improve your client relationships
Jul 2008
One thing is true for all consultants: If we have any work, we have clients. And one of our most important roles is to maintain and enhance our relationship with them. Here are some suggestions to...
Provided by Kevin Eikenberry Group
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Book chapters
Make your next hire based on past behaviors, not personality
Jul 2008
When you're interviewing job applicants, do you search for traits such as hardworking, confident, and dependable? In this brief introductory chapter from The Truth About Managing People, 2nd...
Provided by FT Press
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Talent shortage? How to win with what you've got
Jul 2008
If you're not finding the talent you need in this super-competitive market, Vince Thompson suggests you look in another direction: toward the staff you already have. As he explains in this FT...
Provided by FT Press
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Book chapters
A look at how the digital explosion is affecting your world
Jul 2008
Digital technologies have already had a dramatic impact on how we create and share information -- and we're just getting started. This chapter from Blown to Bits: Your Life, Liberty, and...
Provided by Addison-Wesley
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10 personality traits of a highly effective independent consultant
Jun 2008
Many IT consultants daydream about branching out on their own without giving much thought to what skills are necessary to succeed as a freelancer. Before you commit to being an independent...
Provided by Chip Camden
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10 tips for becoming a gentlemanly exec
Jun 2008
In a recent article in the London Times, William Drew contends that it's important to remain a gentleman even in today's go get-em business world. BNET blogger Michael Mattis shares Drew's list of...
Provided by Michael Mattis
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The 10 best ways to handle a job interview
Jun 2008
Given the current economy, maintaining contacts with other companies can be critical. Knowing the right people can help you land a better job, one with more pay or perhaps the chance of...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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10 developer want ads that will attract topnotch talent
May 2008
Most programmer want ads are written in a way that makes the best candidates unlikely to respond to them. Why? Because the people writing these ads often don't understand developers, and they...
Provided by Justin James
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10+ things you can do to motivate your team
May 2008
To get things done these days, working in teams is almost imperative. But how can you motivate a team to accomplish your objectives? How can you avoid common mistakes that can kill performance and...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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10 ways you might be breaking the law with your computer
May 2008
Legislation that affects the use of Internet-connected computers continues to grow in its reach and its complexity. To help you avoid any infractions, we've revised this list to include new and...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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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 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 handle disagreements effectively
Apr 2008
Disagreements at work come with the territory -- but they aren't necessarily a bad thing. Handled properly, disagreements often can lead to productive gains and unexpected solutions. Calvin Sun...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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10 ways to explain things more effectively
Apr 2008
In the course of your work, you may sometimes need to explain technical concepts to your customers. Having them understand you is important not only for technical reasons, but also to ensure...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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10 ways to manage yourself through a challenge
Mar 2008
What do you do when you're faced with a task and find that you're not progressing as you should -- or that you're even failing to accomplish it? Fight the temptation to beat yourself up over it...
Provided by Ramon Padilla
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10+ things you should do when you resign
Mar 2008
Although it might be tempting to deliver a few choice remarks or leave things in a mess when you quit a job, that bridge-burning is likely to come back to haunt you. It's far better to depart in a...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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10 career lessons from country music
Mar 2008
When you think of developing skills and advancing your career, country music might not be the first resource that pops into your head. However, communications guru Calvin Sun has derived several...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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Which of these IT job roles is right (or wrong) for you?
Mar 2008
Unless you're very lucky, you probably won't find your ideal position in the IT world the first time out. In fact, you may not even know what your ideal position looks like until you've been...
Provided by TechRepublic
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10 traits to look for when you're hiring a programmer
Mar 2008
Programmers come with a wide range of skill sets, hail from many countries and cultures, and can have differing backgrounds and experiences. Nevertheless, certain qualities can mean the difference...
Provided by Justin James
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TechRepublic's 2008 IT skills and salary report
Mar 2008
TechRepublic presents this IT skills and salary report, created in conjunction with Global Knowledge. Find out about IT employment trends, the job market outlook, areas of growth and decline,...
Provided by TechRepublic
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The 10 best video shows on technology
Mar 2008
After postulating his selection of the 10 best technology podcasts, TechRepublic executive editor Jason Hiner turned his attention to Web video shows. All of these videos can be downloaded by...
Provided by Jason Hiner
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The 10 best technology podcasts
Feb 2008
The breakneck pace of change in the technology world means keeping up with a lot of new information on a daily basis. And for those of us with little time to spare, podcasts are one of the most...
Provided by Jason Hiner
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10 signs that your project is about to be cut
Feb 2008
No one likes to think about their project getting canceled. But it is a reality we all have to face at one time or another. The ability to foresee the likely cancellation of your project is an...
Provided by Justin James
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10+ presentation tips to keep your audience from dozing off
Feb 2008
If you need a little help capturing and keeping your audience's attention during presentations, these tips may help. No matter what your topic happens to be, these strategies will actively engage...
Provided by TechRepublic
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The 10 most dangerous species of IT team leader
Feb 2008
After yet more research into the various species that inhabit the world of IT, Jeff Dray returns with a new set of taxonomic classifications. This time, he turns his attention to the team leader....
Provided by Jeff Dray
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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 be more persuasive and win your case
Feb 2008
Although technical ability is important for any IT pro, equally important is the ability to persuade co-workers, clients, and bosses that your ideas merit action. Calvin Sun offers 10 practical...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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10 ways to make a difficult conversation a little easier
Jan 2008
It's the conversation every manager or supervisor dreads: Talking to a subordinate whom co-workers have complained about. Regardless of whether the issue is punctuality, work ethic, or worst of...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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10+ things IT pros should do when a relationship ends
Jan 2008
When a love affair ends, a few tried-and-true remedies come to mind: going out with your best buddy and drowning your sorrows (or at least replacing them with a headache), burning every stupid...
Provided by Donna C. Kline
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The 10 most dangerous species of IT team leader
Feb 2008
After yet more research into the various species that inhabit the world of IT, Jeff Dray returns with a new set of taxonomic classifications. This time, he turns his attention to the team leader....
Provided by Jeff Dray
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Downloads
10+ presentation tips to keep your audience from dozing off
Feb 2008
If you need a little help capturing and keeping your audience's attention during presentations, these tips may help. No matter what your topic happens to be, these strategies will actively engage...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
10 signs that your project is about to be cut
Feb 2008
No one likes to think about their project getting canceled. But it is a reality we all have to face at one time or another. The ability to foresee the likely cancellation of your project is an...
Provided by Justin James
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Downloads
The 10 best technology podcasts
Feb 2008
The breakneck pace of change in the technology world means keeping up with a lot of new information on a daily basis. And for those of us with little time to spare, podcasts are one of the most...
Provided by Jason Hiner
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Downloads
The 10 best video shows on technology
Mar 2008
After postulating his selection of the 10 best technology podcasts, TechRepublic executive editor Jason Hiner turned his attention to Web video shows. All of these videos can be downloaded by...
Provided by Jason Hiner
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Downloads
10 traits to look for when you're hiring a programmer
Mar 2008
Programmers come with a wide range of skill sets, hail from many countries and cultures, and can have differing backgrounds and experiences. Nevertheless, certain qualities can mean the difference...
Provided by Justin James
-
Downloads
Which of these IT job roles is right (or wrong) for you?
Mar 2008
Unless you're very lucky, you probably won't find your ideal position in the IT world the first time out. In fact, you may not even know what your ideal position looks like until you've been...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
10 career lessons from country music
Mar 2008
When you think of developing skills and advancing your career, country music might not be the first resource that pops into your head. However, communications guru Calvin Sun has derived several...
Provided by Calvin Sun
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Downloads
10 ways to manage yourself through a challenge
Mar 2008
What do you do when you're faced with a task and find that you're not progressing as you should -- or that you're even failing to accomplish it? Fight the temptation to beat yourself up over it...
Provided by Ramon Padilla
-
Downloads
10 ways to explain things more effectively
Apr 2008
In the course of your work, you may sometimes need to explain technical concepts to your customers. Having them understand you is important not only for technical reasons, but also to ensure...
Provided by Calvin Sun
-
Downloads
10 ways to handle disagreements effectively
Apr 2008
Disagreements at work come with the territory -- but they aren't necessarily a bad thing. Handled properly, disagreements often can lead to productive gains and unexpected solutions. Calvin Sun...
Provided by Calvin Sun
-
Downloads
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
-
Downloads
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
-
Downloads
10 ways you might be breaking the law with your computer
May 2008
Legislation that affects the use of Internet-connected computers continues to grow in its reach and its complexity. To help you avoid any infractions, we've revised this list to include new and...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
10+ things you can do to motivate your team
May 2008
To get things done these days, working in teams is almost imperative. But how can you motivate a team to accomplish your objectives? How can you avoid common mistakes that can kill performance and...
Provided by Calvin Sun
-
Downloads
10 developer want ads that will attract topnotch talent
May 2008
Most programmer want ads are written in a way that makes the best candidates unlikely to respond to them. Why? Because the people writing these ads often don't understand developers, and they...
Provided by Justin James
-
Downloads
The 10 best ways to handle a job interview
Jun 2008
Given the current economy, maintaining contacts with other companies can be critical. Knowing the right people can help you land a better job, one with more pay or perhaps the chance of...
Provided by Calvin Sun
-
Downloads
10 tips for becoming a gentlemanly exec
Jun 2008
In a recent article in the London Times, William Drew contends that it's important to remain a gentleman even in today's go get-em business world. BNET blogger Michael Mattis shares Drew's list of...
Provided by Michael Mattis
-
Downloads
10 personality traits of a highly effective independent consultant
Jun 2008
Many IT consultants daydream about branching out on their own without giving much thought to what skills are necessary to succeed as a freelancer. Before you commit to being an independent...
Provided by Chip Camden
-
Book chapters
A look at how the digital explosion is affecting your world
Jul 2008
Digital technologies have already had a dramatic impact on how we create and share information -- and we're just getting started. This chapter from Blown to Bits: Your Life, Liberty, and...
Provided by Addison-Wesley
-
Downloads
Talent shortage? How to win with what you've got
Jul 2008
If you're not finding the talent you need in this super-competitive market, Vince Thompson suggests you look in another direction: toward the staff you already have. As he explains in this FT...
Provided by FT Press
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Book chapters
Make your next hire based on past behaviors, not personality
Jul 2008
When you're interviewing job applicants, do you search for traits such as hardworking, confident, and dependable? In this brief introductory chapter from The Truth About Managing People, 2nd...
Provided by FT Press
-
Downloads
Stay safe when you pull an all-nighter: 10 self-defense tips for techies
Jul 2008
IT pros may be experts at protecting their systems from attack. But working late, short on sleep, preoccupied with a tricky project, they may not be ready to protect themselves. Deb Shinder calls...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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Downloads
10 gaffes to avoid with respect to Chinese culture
Jul 2008
If you're doing business in China, meeting with people from China, or planning to work there, you'll want to avoid certain missteps. Calvin Sun explains a bit about Chinese culture and provides a...
Provided by Calvin Sun
-
Downloads
10 ways to kickstart the performance of your underachievers
Aug 2008
Poor performers can drag down your whole team. Business and leadership coach John McKee shares some strategies for determining the underlying issues and turning those underachievers around.This...
Provided by John McKee
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Downloads
Best of Bowers: Top 10 career management blog posts
Sep 2008
Few bloggers can match Toni Bowers for stirring up interesting debates, raising tough questions, bringing attention to IT employment trends, putting ridiculous ideas in their place, and giving...
Provided by Toni Bowers
-
Downloads
10 ways to get maximum value from a professional development class
Sep 2008
If your company (or you) invests in training aimed at helping you become more capable and well-rounded, it only makes sense to get everything you can out of the class. Calvin Sun offers some...
Provided by Calvin Sun
-
Downloads
5 things that suck about working in IT (and 5 things that don't)
Sep 2008
Working in IT is one of the world's most challenging jobs -- which is sometimes bad and sometimes good. TechRepublic Editor in Chief Jason Hiner offers five reasons why working in IT can really...
Provided by Jason Hiner
-
Downloads
10 ways to establish rapport with others
Sep 2008
It's not always easy to connect with other people, but it's a useful skill to master -- for your personal life as well as for your professional one. Calvin Sun offers some suggestions for getting...
Provided by Calvin Sun
-
Downloads
10 ways to learn new skills on the cheap
Sep 2008
Limited time, family demands, and travel make it tough to squeeze in the training you need, but cost doesn't have to be an obstacle. In fact, some of the least expensive training alternatives can...
Provided by Jerry Loza
-
Downloads
10 ways to survive office politics
Sep 2008
Friction, deceit, gossip, rivalry, power plays -- fine for movies and TV, but potentially disastrous in the workplace. Calvin Sun looks at strategies for steering clear of issues that can unravel...
Provided by Calvin Sun
-
Downloads
10 simple things you can do to improve your writing
Sep 2008
If you're like much of today's workforce, you need to have halfway decent writing skills to succeed at your job. But even if you don't have time to work on those skills, mastering a few basic...
Provided by Jody Gilbert
-
Downloads
10 mistakes to avoid when seeking a new job
Oct 2008
Sometimes, all it takes is a small mistake or oversight to turn off a potential employer. Calvin Sun offers this list of job-search gaffes that could torpedo your chances of getting hired.This...
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Is IT hazardous to your health?
Oct 2008
Stress, burnout, and work/life balance are examples of employee issues you'll find in any work environment. However, IT pros may encounter a few extra health problems -- such as repetitive stress...
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10 tips on conducting effective interviews
Oct 2008
Whether you're having a discussion with an employee about performance issues, trying to gather information about why a project failed, looking for feedback from a staff member about team dynamics,...
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The five fundamentals of IT consulting
Oct 2008
Pulling concepts from his book, The IT Consultant: A Commonsense Framework for Managing the Client Relationship, Rick Freedman explains the five fundamentals of IT consulting. This download...
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10 ways to improve your office etiquette (and avoid being the annoying co-worker)
Nov 2008
Office environments typically require us to work in fairly close quarters, so a little consideration and cooperation can make life a lot easier. These guidelines will help you -- or maybe the...
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10+ survival tips on business travel to Beijing
Nov 2008
If you're going to spend some time working in Beijing, your experience will be much better if you know what to expect and how to prepare. Calvin Sun is living in Beijing through the winter and he...
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10+ ways to work more effectively from home
Nov 2008
There are plenty of advantages to working from home, but there are certain pitfalls as well. Calvin Sun has worked from home for many years, and he offers some pointers for making things go smoothly.
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10 things you should do (and not do) at your company's holiday party
Dec 2008
The holiday party is full of opportunities to shoot yourself in the foot -- but you may also get a chance to do your career some good. Calvin Sun offers a list of party do's and don'ts to help you...
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