Career News and Advice
Cool Solutions for Hot Tech
Do you have a problem with overheating laptops? Well, a physics professor has solution: a new device that will help conserve all that wasted energy.
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Posted at 10:59AM Nov 06, 2009 in Blog | Comments[0]
Demand Rises for IT Temps
IT job seekers are starting to worry that prolonged unemployment will further hurt their chances of finding a permanent position. One way to keep your skills sharp is to work contract gigs.
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Posted at 10:54AM Nov 06, 2009 in Blog | Comments[0]
Friday's News: The Advantages of Being a Mature Worker
No doubt, age discrimination is an issue when looking for a job, but the trick is to highlight the advantages of being a mature worker during a job interview. Plus, unemployment tops 10 percent.
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Posted at 10:09AM Nov 06, 2009 in Blog | Comments[0]
The Recession's Impact on Employee-Boss Relationships
Has the recession changed your relationship with your boss? It matters. Almost all workers think their relationship with their boss is more important or as important to their job satisfaction.
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Posted at 10:26AM Nov 05, 2009 in Blog | Comments[0]
How Your Job Hunt Can Threaten Jobless Benefits
Yes, you read the headline correctly. While freelancing, volunteering, networking, or laying the groundwork to launch your own business can help you find your next job, if you're not careful, they can also prevent you from collecting unemployment compensation.
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Posted at 10:18AM Nov 05, 2009 in Advice | Comments[0]
Thursday's News: Interview Questions That Will Make You Feel Stupid
How many golf balls can fit in a bus? How much should you charge to wash all the windows in Seattle? Believe it or not, these are some of the questions Google asks during job interviews.
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Posted at 09:01AM Nov 05, 2009 in Blog | Comments[0]
Safe Ways to Validate Your Performance
You expect to be asked for references, but think twice before furnishing an employer with a copy of your performance review. So, what do you do if they ask?
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Posted at 09:56AM Nov 04, 2009 in Blog | Comments[0]
Escape Groundhog Day
If feelings of deja vu overwhelm you when you arrive at the office, it might be time to shake things up and look for new ways to challenge yourself professionally and personally.
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Posted at 09:53AM Nov 04, 2009 in Blog | Comments[0]
Wednesday's News: IT Pros are Clamoring for Security Certifications
IT workers are placing bets on certifications that focus on security, green IT, healthcare IT, mobile and software-as-service. And find out the top companies that rarely lay off workers.
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Posted at 09:52AM Nov 04, 2009 in Blog | Comments[0]
Itching to Jump Ship? First, Remain Calm
A lot of folks are thinking about making a move - if not now, then as soon as they sense a real shift in the economy. If you're one of them, be careful: You don't want to get fired because of a bad attitude or slipping performance, especially if you haven't lined up a new job.
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Posted at 06:07AM Nov 04, 2009 in DiceTV | Comments[1]
The Right Mix of Job-Hunting Tactics
Job hunting is tough, but using the right a mix of tools can help it seem more manageable. Here's how to put together a tool set that will help you avoid feeling overhwelmed and make sure you keep track of your efforts.
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Posted at 10:00AM Nov 03, 2009 in Blog | Comments[3]
Tuesday's News: Job Hunting in the land of Twitter
How Twitter can help in your job hunt. Plus, clean tech holds the best promise of job growth. Here's where the jobs are.
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Posted at 09:45AM Nov 03, 2009 in Blog | Comments[0]
Food: Leaving Your Lousy Day at the Office
Building a relationship involves more than just showing up. You don't want to meet someone for the first time looking like you're having the day from Hell - even if you are. Introducing yourself, having a useful conversation and even digesting your food is a lot easier to do when you're calm.
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Posted at 10:50AM Nov 02, 2009 in Blog | Comments[1]
Consider the Perils of an Office Romance
For someone logging 60 hours a week, work might be one of the few places to find romance. But be careful: If the relationship goes sour and your partner alleges sexual harassment, or an unfriendly foe spreads the word about your alliance, the ensuing allegations could damage your career.
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Posted at 10:45AM Nov 02, 2009 in Blog | Comments[0]
Monday's News: More Companies Hire CSOs
More companies are hiring chief security officers, even as they spend less on outsourced security services. But engineers and high-tech scientists are having a tougher time finding jobs as businesses cut back on research and development, or move facilities to China and India.
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Posted at 10:19AM Nov 02, 2009 in Blog | Comments[0]