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Think carefully before moving into a consulting career
August 18, 2003 7:00am PDT
The grass may seem greener over in the consulting field, but as a longtime consultant notes, IT managers need to examine and consider multiple issues before changing career tracks.
11 Latest comment by stormyfyre@...
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Build a career portfolio to highlight your accomplishments
August 20, 2003 7:00am PDT
Gathering evidence of your day-to-day successes on the help desk can help you promote your career. Take the advice of one TechRepublic contributor and build a career portfolio to showcase your...
12 Latest comment by dantelaf1
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Use analogies to explain technical subjects to end users
November 13, 2008 4:08am PST
All the IT career resources harp on building communication skills and avoiding jargon. But how do you get around explaining technology without using technical terms?
238 Latest comment by derekKinny
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Infographic: Cisco Certified careers
April 30, 2012 4:27am PDT
Here's an infographic that will answer some of your questions about Cisco Certified careers.
17 Latest comment by stoent
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Make your presentations outstanding by breaking these 10 habits
December 21, 2009 7:16am PST
If your presentations aren't memorable and engaging, certain habits could be standing in your way. See how to turn those habits around and achieve positive results.
10 Latest comment by Courtaknee
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Eleven traits that distinguish successful IT managers
March 24, 2003 8:00am PST
To succeed as an IT manager, and to advance your career into the executive sphere, you need some very specific traits--11 to be exact. From needs assessment to team building, these are the skills...
17 Latest comment by shantelle1109
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Four steps for transitioning from sys admin to developer
July 9, 2010 9:31pm PDT
A TechRepublic member wants to know how to make the transition from a system administrator to a programmer. Read the advice Justin James offers to this aspiring developer.
18 Latest comment by Rolland St-Onge
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How many recruiters should you work with in finding a job?
June 9, 2010 12:20pm PDT
To be successful in finding a job, try to resist working with several recruiters at once. Here's why.
21 Latest comment by Tim Heard
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10 boring phrases you should cut from your resume
July 8, 2009 4:49am PDT
When creating a resume, it's easy to fall into the habit of using old-hat expressions. Here are 10 that have become meaningless and should be avoided at all costs.
193 Latest comment by joshuawhite33
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When accepting a counteroffer is a good idea
March 11, 2008 10:54pm PDT
I can't tell you how many times I have read career advice articles imploring the reader to never, ever consider accepting a counteroffer. The advice giver, usually a well respected and well-read...
35 Latest comment by Glastron
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Students of IT security: Career advice from the masters
February 22, 2011 6:13am PST
Michael Kassner asks two security experts what it takes to become an IT security pro. Here are their opinions on education, certs, hands-on work, and all the preparation needed to become an expert...
9 Latest comment by Michael Kassner
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Is contract work a good career move?
May 2, 2002 7:00am PDT
Like a lot of developers, you may be tired of the same old headaches at work. Or maybe you just crave new challenges or more freedom. If you're in a rut, you may want to explore the world of IT...
22 Latest comment by Ed L.
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Digital forensics: The science behind 'who done it'
October 10, 2011 6:36am PDT
Forensics comes of the Latin word "forens" -- "belonging to the public". Michael Kassner decided to find out what that means in the digital world.
20 Latest comment by Michael Kassner
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Stepping down from an ill-fitting promotion can be a wise move
June 20, 2003 7:00am PDT
You've come to realize that your new promotion is not the best fit for you or the company. While it's tempting to stay on, the best step for all might be for you to step down. The key is doing it...
15 Latest comment by mikey@...
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The 10 most cryptic project management expressions
July 7, 2010 1:04pm PDT
Project success requires clear communication among managers, team members, and stakeholders. Be sure you really know what's being said when you hear the terms on this list.
48 Latest comment by accenze14
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NetWeaving is a step beyond traditional career networking
March 31, 2003 8:00am PST
We all know the importance of networking for finding new business and making new career contacts. Now there's NetWeaving, a simple, more reciprocal approach that focuses on helping others solve...
2 Latest comment by PMPsicle
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10 things you can do to advance your career as a developer
January 15, 2010 3:25pm PST
Tackling new challenges beyond your regular IT role will help expand your knowledge and skill set. Here are some career-building opportunities you may not have considered.
24 Latest comment by Tony Hopkinson
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Star Trek inspires tech, careers, and hope for humanity
February 22, 2012 3:20pm PST
By mixing science with lessons of hope for a humanitarian future, Star Trek continues to inspire technological innovations, career choices, and good deeds.
2 Latest comment by mike.motes@...
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Slideshow: 10 dirty little secrets about working in IT
December 11, 2010 6:59am PST
Jason Hiner spills the beans on the most nefarious aspects of working in IT. From bursting the bubble of newbies to explaining how techies cover their butts, here is the tell-all.
156 Latest comment by peterstones@...
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Lower salary job opportunities can pay off in the future
July 14, 2003 7:00am PDT
Choosing to take a new job that offers a chance to learn new skills, advancement possibilities, and a lower salary can be a tough call. As Tom Mochal explains, losing a little compensation is...
9 Latest comment by switchguy@...
