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Despite the difficulty of getting a soon-to-be-former employer to part with additional cash, there are items that can, and should, be part of severance negotiations.
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At a time when training budgets and tuition reimbursement plans are being scaled back, mentoring is a cost-effective way to attain the education you want.
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For a number of reasons, now might be a good time to consider what it takes to work as a contractor.
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Despite recent layoffs, experts see strong signs of life - at least for tech jobs.
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Being laid off and facing the prospect of unemployment can be a personal and professional strain. To cope, stay focused and keep your day structured with tasks that are aimed toward getting a job and, perhaps, pursue some activities you normally wouldn't have time to do.
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He says common interview mistakes include one-way conversations and not defining your exact role in previous projects.
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Off-the-Rack resumes and networking only when you're looking for work are just two examples of what not to do.
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Not only do virtual job fairs change the playing field, they speed up the process.
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Ready or not, the recession is here. Our advice: Show what you bring to the table, plan for the best, and prepare for the worst. Here's how.
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Mass customization allows you to send volumes of documents in a manageable and efficient way, while still giving recipients the feel of customized communication.
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You're face-to-face with someone who was passed over for the very position you're seeking, or is still pursuing the job themselves. How do you deal with such a hairy situation without jeopardizing your chances?
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Women CTOs are rare in the technology industry. Here's how one cracked the glass ceiling and took on this tough management role.
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Building a network within your company can be as important to your success as developing contacts outside. But watch out: The wrong moves can sink you. Here's how to avoid some of the most common pitfalls.
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Technology pros who can understand the political landscape in their organization can use it to a career-boosting advantage.
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As you examine what kind of balance is right for you, your type of work is a good place to start.
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If you have the right experience, the odds may be in your favor.
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Your organization's maturing and expanding. Here's how to prepare for the inevitable transition in processes - and culture.
How to reflect on where you've been and where you are now, and assess where it is you want to end up.
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Your new job isn't turning out to be anything like you imagined. Deciding whether you should stay and try to fix the problem, or move on to another opportunity, isn't something to approach lightly.
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To succeed as a contractor, it's critical to go beyond examining your technical strengths and weaknesses. You have to understand what makes you tick.
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'Good problem-solving skills are more important than specific technical experience. Smart people can learn new technologies quickly.'
Understanding who your are and what you want out of life can make for a happier work experience.
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Think through the pros and cons of working as a manager - before you take that promotion.
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The leaders: Seattle, New York and Washington.
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IT Growth requires more than doing a great job in the office. It means making time for professional development.
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They see significant gaps between important technologies and their employees' skills.
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Engineers with strong real-time development skills can jump into finance from other industries.
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Their job is to understand security issues and technologies, and weigh the risks involved in tech decisions.
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For candidates, wading through ever-more-complex job descriptions can be an exercise in code-breaking.
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Studies find bullying is alive and well in the workplace. Learn strategies for coping.
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What's driving IT executives' thinking this year? Cost-savings and efficiency. As they look to hire and retain talent, CIOs and other tech leaders have their eye on specialists who can help streamline their technical operations and leverage systems that can bolster their company's bottom line.
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In a change from previous surveys, executives say money is again one of the top motivating factors in keeping their employees loyal.
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Storage, e-discovery and compliance are merging, leading to a new role - the data administrator. If you're intrigued by this kind of job, you'll have to seek out an opening. It's new enough few opportunities have entered the pipeline.
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As the Sunshine State burnishes its image as a technology center, IT professionals are watching to see whether the job market will remain strong, or slow down.
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It's not your imagination: Today's work environment is dog-eat-dog. While some IT professionals thrive under highly competitive conditions, it makes others dog tired. Here's some tips on keeping yourself sane.
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Creating Futures takes people with some or no computer skills and trains them as computer technicians in the areas of break-fix or warranty repairs.
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The debate is perplexing and contentious. By understanding the different views, tech professionals can plan a more effective job search.
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Two CIOs provide tips for taking the big step up.
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Hone your team skills, and you can strut your stuff by serving on a cross-functional team. The payoff? It just might land you that new job or promotion.
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Although many people consider offshoring to be the most direct threat to technology jobs in the U.S., 94 percent of the CIOs surveyed say they aren't offshoring IT positions.
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Business process architects who can turn BPM strategies and stakeholder requirements into real deliverables have become valuable resources.
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Many businesses are signaling demand for new types of IT workers within the U.S., typically management-level jobs that require a unique combination of technology skills and business acumen to architect and implement strategies that align with business goals.
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Though some media reports say things have been slowing down lately for Second Life, a number of companies see fertile recruiting grounds amidst the virtual world's landscapes.
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Oddly enough, being a coding genius can have its drawbacks when it comes to your career. And if you're a narrowly focused coding genius, well, that may be even worse. Always, you have to remember: It's not just about great coding, it's about great appropriate coding.
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IT salaries in Sacramento jumped an average of 11 percent in 2007, outpacing technology power centers like Silicon Valley and Boston, and pushing far beyond the national average increase of 1.7 percent.
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Although speaking in public frightens many people, the ability to give presentations can boost your career immeasurably.
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Full-time technology employees in the U.S. received an average pay increase of 1.7 percent last year, while independent technology contractors earned an average 3.7 percent raise, according to Dice's annual salary survey.
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Each one has advantages and drawbacks - and what you decide may have more implications for your career than you realize.
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The pay's not always as good, but public-sector jobs can offer their own rewards.
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It's all about 'finding Stacy.' Who's she? Read on.
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You're doing all the work and someone else is taking all the credit. It's not only unfair, but it could impact your career. Handling the situation requires tact, diplomacy and a plan.
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Telephone interviews can be trying. There are no visual cues, no body language to read and, in some cases, you've got to answer questions posed by a panel of voices over conference lines or speaker phones. Here are some tips on engaging successfully - long-distance or local.
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Changing careers requires perseverance, conviction and frequently a temporary downshift in lifestyle. If you've ever considered changing careers, here's how to go about it.
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You may not find your next job by hanging around on Facebook or LinkedIn, but you sure can raise your professional profile.
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Learn about the shift from tough-love management techniques to something decidedly more Type B.
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Hint: It's all about communication.
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Most people change jobs more than they change mates. But no matter how many times you do it, looking for a new position can be tricky.
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Things to know before deciding to work with a headhunter.
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How to answer interview questions about being fired.
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To be successful, IT contractors have to conquer all sorts of challenges.
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Navigating the challenges of working remotely.
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If you do it right, becoming a master of the introduction can make you the hub of the circles you move in.
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The best arguments for getting a raise have little to do with money.
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Great bosses help you achieve your goals. So, how do you find one?
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A value proposition is a powerful emotion-invoking statement that validates a hiring manager's unmet needs and instills confidence that you're the best candidate to fulfill them.
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Developing a strategy for career success includes making informed choices about when to begin seeking a new opportunity.
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Rejecting a candidate because of their age is illegal-right? Ask anyone over the age of 50 and they will most likely tell you that despite what the law says, there have been times where they felt discriminated against because of their age.
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Reentering The Workforce: You've been downsized, now what?
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Requesting criticism facilitates growth and the opportunity to separate yourself from the crowd.
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Choosing the right staffing firm can lead to a great contracting career.
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Being prepared will lead to confidence and competence. Interviewing for a job can be nerve racking. The best way to reduce your anxiety and increase your interviewing proficiency, is to eliminate the element of surprise by anticipating the questions you'll be asked, and preparing some answers.
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Communicate Clearly. Managers, business people, even customers, at times require clear, lucid explanations of complex technical topics. Unfortunately, IT professionals with technical expertise often fall short when attempting to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical personnel.
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The first and perhaps most important thing to keep in mind any time that you're working with a recruiting company is the fact that you're dealing with individual human beings. Just as some companies are better to work with than others, individuals within a given business can vary to great extremes.
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No matter how well your skill set matches an employer's desires, sooner or later it all comes down to convincing a real, live human being that you're the perfect candidate for their position.
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Any tech candidate will tell you that finding a job can be frustrating and time consuming. Most are also quick to pin the blame for their frustration on recruiters. While it may seem that recruiters just randomly bombard your email box and message machines, they're actually your best ally.
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"Incriminating" personal information - commonly referred to as "online personas" or "digital dirt" - found through informal, online searches is rapidly becoming a way for employers to screen job seekers.
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All aspects of every job offer are negotiable. Negotiating salary and other benefits is a vital skill that all successful IT professionals must possess.
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Most hiring managers are overworked and understaffed. In a highly competitive field such as IT, some companies receive hundreds, if not thousands, of resumes for a given position. Compound this with the fact that hiring managers spend about 10 seconds reviewing a resume, and you begin to understand how important it is for you to successfully navigate the job application process.
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Don't Neglect Your Soft Skills Training If You Want to Advance
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You wrote a great resume and cover letter, and now you've been contacted for an interview. Whether by phone or in-person, follow these guidelines to clinch the deal.
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Your resume did its job and you've landed an interview for a position you really want. Now what?
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Even though they're on different sides of the hiring game, employers and candidates face the same challenges.
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Ever wonder what recruiters think when they read your resume? Well, we asked.
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As the saying goes, you never have a second chance to make a first impression, and your cover letter is your first impression.
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Most hirers sort through hundreds of resumes a day and spend about 10 seconds reviewing each resume - 10 seconds is how long you have to make a powerful first impression.
