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CXO

Set appropriate rates when moving into consulting

Many IT managers are eager to take on some side consulting work, but they shouldn't make a move before establishing a rate plan. Here are the factors to consider when determining what your consultant rate should be.

CXO

Thinking of leaving consulting? Consider these issues first

The grass may look greener in the full-time corporate field, but there are several issues, from job flexibility to closing client relationships, that you need to consider before making the move.

Enterprise Software

Evaluate counteroffers carefully before you decide to stay or go

Once you've gone through the process of searching for and landing a new position, getting a counteroffer from your employer can present a serious dilemma. Staying put might seem attractive, but experts warn that this option may be a bad career move.

CXO

Two-boss scenario requires constant communication

Having two bosses instead of one can double your headaches and work dilemmas. Yet it can be workable, and ultimately beneficial, if IT managers communicate effectively, document everything, and avoid getting caught in the bosses' crossfire.

PURPOSE The purpose of this policy from TechRepublic Premium is to provide guidelines for employee performance reviews, which will clearly document accomplishments and areas of opportunity via an encouraging and thought-provoking analysis. This will assist in determining the next steps for employees as well as their future at the organization. This policy can be customized ...

PURPOSE The purpose of this policy from TechRepublic Premium is to provide guidelines for requesting, filing and permitting paid/unpaid time off as well as to ensure coverage during holidays, vacation(s) and other absences where staffing levels must be consistent to meet the needs of the business. From the policy: TIME OFF GUIDELINES All time off ...

PURPOSE This policy describes the organization’s employee privacy guidelines and outlines employee privacy expectations. From the policy: POLICY DETAILS The organization’s IT equipment, services and systems are intended for business use only. However, the organization acknowledges that staff, consultants and volunteers occasionally require opportunities to make or receive personal phone calls, access personal email, utilize ...

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Set appropriate rates when moving into consulting

Thinking of leaving consulting? Consider these issues first

Evaluate counteroffers carefully before you decide to stay or go

Two-boss scenario requires constant communication

Employee performance review policy

Employee time off policy

Employee privacy policy

Security response policy