Careers

Fri, October 16, 2009 - Many IT professionals on the hunt for a new job are considering moving to a different industry. Veteran IT leader Marc Hopkins, who has worked in a variety of industries, shares his advice and lessons learned for making a seamless industry switch.

Tue, December 16, 2008 - Asking for a raise when the economy is bad can make you look out of touch and insensitive to your employer's business challenges. But in some situations, it might make sense to make a case for more money. Here's how to negotiate a raise during a recession.

Mon, August 04, 2008 - If you're not ready to find a new job, try reviving the one that went stale. You'll gain a clearer sense of what inspires you to do your best work, as well as the conditions that drain you.

Wed, June 11, 2008 - The employment referral process may seem simple on the surface, but the process holds some serious consequences if it's mishandled, including damage to your professional reputation.

Wed, February 13, 2008 - Life in IT can be thankless, but you don't have to suffer. A 25-year IT veteran turned professional coach offers advice on how she and many other technical professionals found fulfillment and fortune outside IT.

Tue, December 04, 2007 - If you want to land a job quickly in this hypercompetitive market, you need to identify prospective employers that will want your unique skills and expertise first, then package yourself as a solution to their specific challenges.

Fri, November 02, 2007 - When you approach self-promotion with authenticity and integrity, it helps you build the credibility, confidence and social capital you need to get people to follow your lead and move forward in your career

Mon, October 01, 2007 - The results that appear when recruiters and hiring managers search for your name online may determine whether or not you get called in for an interview.

Wed, August 29, 2007 - Studies show that flexible work arrangements such as telecommuting, job sharing and compressed work weeks help employees maintain their work-life balance while increasing their productivity and loyalty to their employers.

Wed, August 01, 2007 - Don't use lots of acronyms. Do favor succinct, bulleted lists. Follow those and other resume writing tips to ensure that your CV captures a recruiter's attention.