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Tips on how to resourcefully and appropriately network
Enhance your value to your employer.
To hire the most appropriate talent for your software development job, you must first understand the ethic of the Code Monkey.
Keeping key employees really comes down to finding out who they are and what they like. And it’s more important than ever.
They’re difficult, nasty and aggressive. But there are tactics that help tame these tech-world bad geeks - sometimes.
Even experienced IT professionals could benefit from engaging a mentor to help with their jobs and careers.
Project management is any career’s secret weapon, writes PM Planet guest columnist Michelle LaBrosse of Cheetah Learning.
Dealing with the unofficial, the inexperienced and the unexpected.
How you handle your business' growth can affect your personal life and your company's success, say these entrepreneurs who have been there.
Jason Alba was laid off just 3 weeks after Christmas. This was
the first time he was unemployed, and soon got to work looking
for his next job. What started as a very difficult change turned
out to be a positive experience, and in this article he shares
why getting let go can be good for your career.
In a world where there's never enough time in the day, professional networking is one of the first things to fall off a CIO's list of to-do’s. Here's why that's a mistake, writes CIOUpdate columnist Anne Zink of AZ Tech.
Increasingly, CIOs see there are benefits to letting their staffs telecommute once in awhile.
Finding the right CIO is critical to bringing IT and the business together, writes CIO Update guest columnist Steve O’Connor of ITM Software.
My job search has been thoroughly frustrating. I have sent outdozens and dozens of resumes, applied to a ton of jobs,prospected employers, kept up on the job boards, and everythingelse that I'm supposed to do. And I've only had threeinterviews. That is the bad news. The good news is that I nowknow what I did wrong, and what I will do different next time.
Make it a habit to be on time to every appointment or meeting you have scheduled or accepted. Bottom line, it is very disrespectful to be the person who shows up late, so don't.
Deciding to change jobs was the easy part, telling you boss and
going through the exit interviews is difficult and you need to be
prepared.
Your speed and efficiency behind the bar is crucial to your level
of tips as well as the quality of bar you can work at... So, how
does one become a faster bartender?
As a bartender, if you can churn out drinks with minimum
expenditure of time and effort... you will make ridiculous
amounts of cash and have the option to work at virtually any
establishment you like.
It takes creative strategies to recruit IT workers today, writes CIO Update columnist Katherine Spencer Lee of RHT.
Columnist Eric Spiegel says blogging is an opportunity to advance your career. Keep a few of his tips in mind and get going!
Business ethics is not a new concept, but it is getting more attention these days, writes CIO Update columnist Katherine Spencer Lee of Robert Half Technology.
It's Monday morning and you've only been at the office for a
couple of hours. The phone has not stopped ringing, you've
barely made a dent in your emails, there is a project deadline
looming, a team meeting to lead and your boss is concerned and
hassling you about the project outcome. Does any of this sound
familiar to you? Does it feel overwhelming? The truth is that
order to be successful, productive and less stressed, you need
positive, supportive relationships at work.
Survey shows about half of all CIOs are training their staff to take on managerial roles.
Succeeding as a CIO takes as much business savvy as technological know how.
Ever thought about giving a gift that inspires? Sometimes all
someone needs is the gift that lights the spark of inspiration.
PilotJourney, a national flight school marketing company, has
teamed up with over 300 flight schools nationwide to offer a $99
Discovery Flight Gift Certificate, a real flying lesson in a real
airplane.
Recent trends in the recruiting industry may harm a job hunter's
chance for success. New tactics are leaving some college and high
school seniors staring at a phone that never rings. Why? Now,
when headhunters or employers research new candidates, they
don't stop at past employers and references. Instead, they head
straight to the Internet.
Unlike surgeons or accountants, even the best CIOs have to make it up as they go along, writes Tom Trainer of BTM Corporation.
Keeping staff happy involves more than just money.
Do you have any idea how to measure your success? I really had
not thought much about how to measure my success until I was
asked the same question. Some of my initial responses were;
money, power, paying off debts, raising children and so on. All
of these are factors in what I refer to as a success equation.
Ok, what is a success equation going to do for me? My answer, to
help keep you focused on the big success picture.
Today’s savvy HR departments are gearing up to provide the kind of help that will make companies nimble and flexible, writes CIO Update guest columnist Stephen Coco of Intellilink Solutions.
They’re difficult, nasty and aggressive. But there are tactics that help tame these tech-world bad geeks - sometimes.
Ongoing training, technical and otherwise, is critical to the long-term success of your IT organization, writes CIO Update columnist Katherine Spencer Lee of Robert Half Technology.
If you look, you will find the leaders you need, writes CIO Update columnist Katherine Spencer Lee of Robert Half Technology.
Do not post your résumé online until you understand exactly what
you may be getting into. The Internet is a wonderful tool to
utilize when and if you are looking for a job or a change of
career. However, there are some consequences of putting your
résumé out for the world to look at that you may not be aware of.
Do not post your résumé online until you understand exactly what
you may be getting into. The Internet is a wonderful tool to
utilize when and if you are looking for a job or a change of
career. However, there are some consequences of putting your
résumé out for the world to look at that you may not be aware of.
Organizations that allow bullies and abusers to flourish in the workplace are hurting themselves.
Jim Lacey, CTO of the Linux Professional Institute, talks about trends in Linux certification.
Between outsourcing and company layoffs, IT professionals no longer have the luxury of putting careers on autopilot.
Here are 10 ways you can do your part to reduce communications clutter and increase workplace productivity.
Many CIOs are considering consulting as bridge to retirement.
Everybody wants to achieve some level of success; whether it be
in their personal life, or in the business world. Here are eight
keys:
Men wear suits day in and day out. But when it comes to career
success, women are typically left staring at the clothes racks
like a deer into headlights. But relax. It's not as hard as you
think.
Being a commercial pilot is not as hard as you might think, and the demand for pilots due to the growth of regional airlines and corporate aviation travel is making this a great aviation opportunity. And the demand for aviation education focused flightinstructors is about to get very good.
Ten possibilities to consider as you search for optimum personal happiness in the tech field.
For tech workers, the world is set for major changes. Here’s a preview to help you stay ahead of the curve – and ensure job security.
It behooves IT staffers to look at their life and decide what’s really important – and what’s not.
IT staff may be more motivated — and more likely to stay — if risk-based pay is part of their package.
There are two important parts to your memory: concentration and recall.
Having the right number of employees at just the right time should be the goal of every CIO, writes CIO Update columnist Katherine Spencer Lee of Robert Half Technology.
Enhance your value to your employer.
Tips on how to resourcefully and appropriately network
Strategies for coping with the constantly shifting sands of the tech industry, including how to avoid a layoff.
In the IT world, job change is a constant. But as demoralizing as it is to lose your job, there are steps you need to take – and fast.
If you want to keep your data center running smoothly, you need to deal effectively with the many types of difficult co-workers.
Using online video to increase referrals and streamline systems.
When you educate your staff about security issues, it’s best to send the message in a style that will reach them.
Getting a raise doesn't have to be difficult. Think about it
this way. You work hard. You contribute a lot to the company you
are working for. If getting more money is something you deserve,
it's OK to ask for it.
If you want a job, a great job, you have to shine in front of
perspective employers. This means making a great impression that
lasts for days, weeks, or more after your interviews are over.
This impression is called personal branding. Just like companies
brand themselves so they can stick out from their competition, if
you want your dream job, it's time for you to do the same.
It takes work to put together a career plan. You are combining
courage, vision, and the specifics of what needs to happen when.
When you put these elements together, you create a workable plan
that can take you from point A to point B in a powerful and
focused manner.
It is almost impossible to reach your goals without a
destination. Just like you would use a map on vacation to find
your way to a new location, having a map for your career is just
as important. Without an address and directions, you'll end up
lost.
A job interview is a screening tool. For you, it's an opportunity
to assess whether or not you want to work for a company. For the
employer, it's an opportunity to decide whether or not they want
to hire you. Both sides are looking for a match.
As jobs migrate overseas, IT professionals need to strategize to stay employed. A tech industry expert describes a winning plan.
A fearless journey inside the psyche of the technology specialist.
It is important to remember that regardless of what kind of
position you are applying for that you need to dress
professionally.
The job isn't always staffed properly, and pity the novice intranet manager who never has helmed a corporate-wide system.
Are you one of those people that always ask for a window seat? Perhaps always watching the airplanes that fly overhead? As I was traveling from San Diego to Nashville on a Southwest flight Iwondered how many people on my flight ever thought about being apilot.
You may be familiar with the principle of tithing- giving a certain percentage of your earnings to those in need. You mayhave also heard that what you give, will come back to you twice-over,three-times over, seven-fold, or ten-fold. Different traditions have different formulas. Some people swear by it. Others just end up swearing as their financial obligations mount.
Legacy systems are going to be around a lot longer than the COBOL programmers who know how to fix them, writes CIO Update guest columnist Lou Washington of Cincom Systems.
This list of IT salaries for every year from 2003 to 2008 reveals that tech salaries are affected by a wide array of factors. IT salaries for programmers, analysts, managers, and many others.
A Web site allows you to compare tech salaries for IT sectors across the country.
There are 10 basic rules of job etiquette you need to follow when
you begin a new job or transfer to a new organization with in
your company. Above all, you must be prepared to...
A consultant is laying out the elements of a successful career in
information security at this week's RSA Conference. Are you on track for a long, prosperous journey or are you being short-sighted?
First off, I would echo the voice of 18th century French philosopher Voltaire, made popular and relevant in today's leadership lexicon by "Good to Great" author Jim Collins, who said, "Good is the Enemy of Great."
Good communication skills are an essential part of anybody's
life. No matter if you are in the business world or your social
life, communication skills are necessary if you are to be a
success.
I've spent many hours in the very hot sun and in very tough environments tracking human beings through some of the roughest terrain I believe has ever been tromped across by man. There is nothing more exciting than the chase and nothing better than succeeding in finding what or who you are looking for.
By learning from video games in the development of your company's culture, your people will have more fun, they'll become more skilled and - most importantly - you'll PWN the competition.
Getting the most from your tech career means always looking for the next opportunity. A veteran IT manager and a job placement specialist discuss the benefits -– and risks -– of changing jobs to increase salary.
A new reputation-enhancing site emphasizes the positive. What's being said about you online?
Conducting performance reviews should be among your most important management responsibilities, writes CIO Update columnist Katherine Spencer Lee of Robert Half Technologies.
If you are one of the unfortunate souls stuck behind the desk the last week of December, this is your time to make a list and check it twice.
Like crack or meth, knowing exactly what is going on minute-to-minute is the micro-manager’s “fix”. And they just can’t get enough.
For the first time ever, four generations are working side by side, writes CIO Update columnist Katherine Spencer Lee of Robert Half Technologies.
Ironically, managing remote workers today takes dedicated, persistent attention and a hand-offs approach.
Communication and understanding are the keys, writes CIO Update guest columnist Claudio Muruzabal of Neoris.
If Barbie should ever consider making flowers her career, there
are some great educational programs and opportunities available
to help get her started.
To hire the most appropriate talent for your software development job, you must first understand the ethic of the Code Monkey.
Two-thirds of IT managers lose sleep from the stress of their jobs, with many reporting severe physical symptoms, a new survey shows.
Because IT is so much more than just bits and bites, negotiation skills need to be part of any IT manager's bag of tricks, writes CIO Update columnist Dan Gingras of Tatum Partners.
It’s a new day in project management and old leadership styles need to change if you want a successful, productive team.
The job market is heating up and, once again, CIOs are having to find new ways to attract and retain talent.
CIOs need business skills if they want to take over the corner office, writes CIO Update columnist Sourabh Hajela.
If you’re old enough to remember the debut of Windows NT, you may face some challenges in the tech job market.
Here’s a guide to getting hired as an IT veteran.
Women in IT are, to say the least, a minority. Is there a woman in your data center?
A big problem in today's working world is that too many people
are working long hours. This can lead to fatigue and many times
burn out. This can be a big problem because fatigue can cause a
decline in work production.
Work on your skills and your "personal brand" if you want to get ahead in IT, writes CIO Update columnist Rajesh Setty of CIGNEX.
In the evaluation of IT resumes, preconceived notions can cause you to miss out on hiring talented, qualified candidates. Here are five areas where employers tend to prejudge - to their detriment.
Deciding to change jobs was the easy part, telling you boss andgoing through the exit interviews is difficult and you need to beprepared.