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How to prepare for the demand for tech pros

May 20, 2013 7:20am PDT

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...

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The CIO resume vs. The CTO resume

February 13, 2013 6:35am PST

Don't confuse the position of CIO with CTO when you're applying for one of those jobs. Resume expert Jennifer Hay talks about the difference.

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Learn the right programming skills for your career

January 10, 2013 8:05am PST

Determining what programming skill to learn may take several hours, but once you complete it, you should know what to master to get the job you want.

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Five reasons to consider a career in Network Administration

January 7, 2013 5:18am PST

Though network administration isn't for everyone, it offers plenty of rewarding - and profitable - challenges for those who can soak up technical knowledge and put it to practical use.

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Top 10 Career Management blogs of 2012

December 24, 2012 8:06am PST

See what Career Management blogs captured the most attention in 2012.

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10 signs that you aren't cut out for IT

December 21, 2012 12:00am PST

IT pros often complain about the downsides of their jobs. But what if you really AREN'T meant for an IT career?

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Five ways to take control of your career in 2013

December 11, 2012 6:42am PST

Your career development and progression are ultimately your responsibility. Here are five things you can do to make sure you're optimizing your performance and development, and preparing for...

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Career-harming scandals: Why do smart people do such dumb things?

November 26, 2012 11:42am PST

Career-ending scandals, sexual and otherwise, seem to be everywhere these days. Why do intelligent people shoot themselves in the foot so often?

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10 things to consider before leaving IT for the end business

November 7, 2012 1:05pm PST

If you're hoping to climb the ladder on the business side of your organization, be sure to ask yourself these questions before saying goodbye to IT.

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Poll: Would you recommend a career in programming?

October 4, 2012 2:02am PDT

Not everyone is cut out for the competitive software development industry. Let us know whether you advise others to pursue a programming career.

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IT is one of the most popular careers to switch to

September 5, 2012 7:43am PDT

Over a third of respondents to a new Randstad survey say that if they had to switch to a different career, they'd choose IT.

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How to start your career as a security pro

July 5, 2012 7:02am PDT

Dominic Vogel offers some tips for getting starting in the information security field whether you're just starting out or looking to make a career change.

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How IT workers are losing the battle against nerd stereotypes

July 3, 2012 4:18am PDT

The IT industry is still dogged by the cliche of the geeky and socially inept IT worker and it's putting off young people from a career in IT.

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Five ways social media can help you get a promotion

June 21, 2012 5:07am PDT

Managers often take a dim view of staff who use social media at work, but research suggests these networkers are the very employees who really get ahead.

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Tech Career Expo and Dev Jam going on June 28-29

June 19, 2012 10:44am PDT

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.

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Should IT be unionized?

May 30, 2012 4:48am PDT

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.

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Security pros: Knowing when it's time to move on (and how to do it)

May 29, 2012 9:50am PDT

Dominic Vogel draws on his recent experience to offer advice on job-changing strategies to security pros and others in IT when you realize it's time to recharge your career.

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