Figuring out how to choose the right IT specialty for you can feel like standing at a crossroads. There are countless paths stretching out ahead, each offering its own opportunities and challenges. The tech world is huge, filled with opportunities in software development, cybersecurity, data science, and much more. Picking a path isn’t just about […]
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In the IT world, many face a big question: “Specializing vs. generalizing: Which is better for your IT career?” This decision can shape what kind of jobs you get, how much you enjoy your work, and even how much money you can make. So, let’s break down what each choice means and how they can […]
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Should I stay or should I go now? Is it better for your career to stay at one company or to have a series of different employers? This is one of the most hotly debated career issues. In years gone by the answer was much easier. If you stuck around with one employer for 30 […]
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Costumes, candy, pumpkins, and parties – Halloween is here! While you are getting into the spirit, career planning may be the farthest thing from your mind. After all, what can Halloween and your career plan have in common? Could be more than you think. Here are five things Halloween can teach you about planning your […]
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We’ve just crossed over the midpoint of 2019. Now is the time for summer vacation, reading books on the beach, and giving your career plan a checkup? Indeed, it is. At the beginning of the year you set career goals and benchmarks and used these to create a map for your career-year. Six months later […]
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Great projects don’t just happen. They are the product of great management skills. You are a skilled manager. You know how to make a plan, work the plan, adjust the plan, and see it to the end. With this in mind, how do you approach your career? Do you just let it happen, or do […]
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Let your next job search be focused in positivity and not just a way to escape your struggles if things aren’t going your way at work right now. Your career path should focus on achieving your professional and life goals. Says Wein, “It’s not a weight on your shoulders, it is the next step.”
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