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Job snapshot: Systems Administrator
February 22, 2010, 12:00am PST
Have you ever thought about becoming a systems administrator? To get a reality check, here's some insight into the role from a working IT pro.
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Is ITIL certification worth the time and cost?
February 10, 2010, 12:00am PST
The ITIL certification asks a fairly hefty price in terms of time and money (thousands of dollars). Is it worth it?
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Quick resume tip: Hone your Job Objective statement
February 22, 2010, 12:00am PST
Some people don't use an Objective statement in a resume at all. But for those who do, it can be a powerful tool. Here are some tips for doing it correctly.
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Quick resume tip: Don't go overboard with formatting
February 10, 2010, 12:00am PST
It's good for your resume to stand out, but you don't want to overdo the formatting. Here's a quick example of what not to do.
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Job snapshot: Programmer
February 22, 2010, 12:00am PST
This is the first installment of a series devoted to the various roles of IT pros. Here, Justin James, describes his job as a programmer.
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Tech pros: Don't forget to develop your writing skills
January 12, 2010, 12:00am PST
Career blogger Toni Bowers says IT pros who think writing skills aren't important should think again. Find out why good written communication skills are vital, and read pertinent survey data from...
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Member email: My new boss isn't giving me any guidance
February 17, 2010, 12:00am PST
Some bosses think their new employees should magically know what to do when they come to work for the first time. Here's how to deal with those bosses.
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Quick resume tip: Use punctuation to your advantage
February 17, 2010, 12:00am PST
Punctuation can trip you up in a resume by causing unnecessary confusion on the reader's part. Remember that clarity is key. Here's a quick tip on semi-colons vs. bullet points.
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Don't make assumptions about coworkers based on their behavior
February 2, 2010, 12:00am PST
Are you frustrated by an employee who exhibits a certain behavior? Try not to make assumptions about that person.
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Employee background screenings up dramatically
January 13, 2010, 12:00am PST
According to recent survey data, an increasing number of employers are screening job applicants for credit problems and criminal backgrounds. But is this practice legal, and are screening results...
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Job snapshot: Support professional
March 4, 2010, 12:00am PST
Two support professionals, one in the U.S. and one in the UK, weigh in on the benefits and drawbacks of their chosen profession.
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Job snapshot: Technical writer
March 4, 2010, 12:00am PST
For people who are good with words and readily grasp technical processes, the job of technical writer is tailor-made. Two professional technical writers describe their experience.
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What can private corporations do to employees? Just about everything
February 2, 2010, 12:00am PST
Employers in the private sector can be fired for just about any reason, as explained in an interesting new book.
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Best of Bowers: Top 10 career management blog posts
September 3, 2008, 12:00am PDT
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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Answers to TechRepublic members' HR questions
January 25, 2010, 12:00am PST
In this Q&A, Soheila Ataei, SVP, HR at Scripps Networks, answers seven questions from TechRepublic members. She offers tips for older job seekers, employees who have been laid off, candidates who...
Provided by Toni Bowers
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Job snapshot: Technical writer
March 4, 2010, 12:00am PST
For people who are good with words and readily grasp technical processes, the job of technical writer is tailor-made. Two professional technical writers describe their experience.
Provided by Toni Bowers
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Downloads
Job snapshot: Support professional
March 4, 2010, 12:00am PST
Two support professionals, one in the U.S. and one in the UK, weigh in on the benefits and drawbacks of their chosen profession.
Provided by Toni Bowers
-
Downloads
Quick resume tip: Hone your Job Objective statement
February 22, 2010, 12:00am PST
Some people don't use an Objective statement in a resume at all. But for those who do, it can be a powerful tool. Here are some tips for doing it correctly.
Provided by Toni Bowers
-
Downloads
Job snapshot: Systems Administrator
February 22, 2010, 12:00am PST
Have you ever thought about becoming a systems administrator? To get a reality check, here's some insight into the role from a working IT pro.
Provided by Toni Bowers
-
Downloads
Job snapshot: Programmer
February 22, 2010, 12:00am PST
This is the first installment of a series devoted to the various roles of IT pros. Here, Justin James, describes his job as a programmer.
Provided by Toni Bowers
-
Downloads
Quick resume tip: Use punctuation to your advantage
February 17, 2010, 12:00am PST
Punctuation can trip you up in a resume by causing unnecessary confusion on the reader's part. Remember that clarity is key. Here's a quick tip on semi-colons vs. bullet points.
Provided by Toni Bowers
-
Downloads
Member email: My new boss isn't giving me any guidance
February 17, 2010, 12:00am PST
Some bosses think their new employees should magically know what to do when they come to work for the first time. Here's how to deal with those bosses.
Provided by Toni Bowers
-
Downloads
Quick resume tip: Don't go overboard with formatting
February 10, 2010, 12:00am PST
It's good for your resume to stand out, but you don't want to overdo the formatting. Here's a quick example of what not to do.
Provided by Toni Bowers
-
Downloads
Is ITIL certification worth the time and cost?
February 10, 2010, 12:00am PST
The ITIL certification asks a fairly hefty price in terms of time and money (thousands of dollars). Is it worth it?
Provided by Toni Bowers
-
Downloads
What can private corporations do to employees? Just about everything
February 2, 2010, 12:00am PST
Employers in the private sector can be fired for just about any reason, as explained in an interesting new book.
Provided by Toni Bowers
-
Downloads
Don't make assumptions about coworkers based on their behavior
February 2, 2010, 12:00am PST
Are you frustrated by an employee who exhibits a certain behavior? Try not to make assumptions about that person.
Provided by Toni Bowers
-
Downloads
Answers to TechRepublic members' HR questions
January 25, 2010, 12:00am PST
In this Q&A, Soheila Ataei, SVP, HR at Scripps Networks, answers seven questions from TechRepublic members. She offers tips for older job seekers, employees who have been laid off, candidates who...
Provided by Toni Bowers
-
Downloads
Employee background screenings up dramatically
January 13, 2010, 12:00am PST
According to recent survey data, an increasing number of employers are screening job applicants for credit problems and criminal backgrounds. But is this practice legal, and are screening results...
Provided by Toni Bowers
-
Downloads
Tech pros: Don't forget to develop your writing skills
January 12, 2010, 12:00am PST
Career blogger Toni Bowers says IT pros who think writing skills aren't important should think again. Find out why good written communication skills are vital, and read pertinent survey data from...
Provided by Toni Bowers
-
Downloads
Best of Bowers: Top 10 career management blog posts
September 3, 2008, 12:00am PDT
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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