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Patricia's Tech Careers Blog December 2008 Archive

By Patricia Pickett, About.com Guide to Tech Careers

PMP Certification Information

Monday December 29, 2008
PMP certification from PMI came in as the highest paying certification in the industry this year. It apparently pays well to be an expert in project management! Many PMP certification ... Read More

Job Searching Online

Friday December 26, 2008
I put together a comprehensive list of my favorite places online to find a job. I also added in some tricks and tips for using each of the websites on ... Read More

Mechanical Engineer Grads in High Demand

Wednesday December 24, 2008
Mechanical Engineering grads top the list of highest "in demand" majors. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a starting salary for Mechanical Engineer grads averages just over $57,000. Demand ... Read More

Resume Example - Project Manager

Monday December 22, 2008
I came across this great example of a technical Project Manager resume and thought I would share it. The resume showcases the candidate's technical and project management skills. Almost as ... Read More

Microsoft Certifications Guide

Friday December 19, 2008
Microsoft certifications are in demand with employers. Several of the highest paying certifications are Microsoft Certifications, which tells you that its a skill set employers are looking for. Microsoft offers ... Read More

Cover Letter Writing

Wednesday December 17, 2008
I get a lot of resumes (via email) with no cover letter. The resumes I do get with a nice cover letter allow me to focus in more on how ... Read More

Technical Internships

Tuesday December 16, 2008
Technical Internships are a great way to gain experience before graduating. One of the main questions I get from readers is "how do I get a job with no work ... Read More

What is Cloud Computing?

Monday December 15, 2008
The latest trend in technology services is cloud computing. Basically a "pay as you go" model for technology infrastructure and services, cloud computing offers several benefits to companies. Amazon.com and ... Read More

Technology Government Jobs

Friday December 12, 2008
It's one of the biggest employers expected to continue hiring techies: Uncle Sam! The US Government is one of the top employers for techies. The technical positions they hire for ... Read More

Information Security Certifications

Thursday December 11, 2008
The field of information security is one area within information technology that is expected to continue to grow, despite the current economic downturn. If this is an area of interest ... Read More

Cisco Certifications Guide

Wednesday December 10, 2008
Cisco certifications are in high demand with employers! If you are thinking about expanding your knowledge of voice or data networking, Cisco certifications are a must. Cisco is also rated ... Read More

Yahoo Layoffs - Grinch Arriving Wednesday?

Tuesday December 9, 2008
It looks like Wednesday will mark the arrival of the Grinch at Yahoo! The long rumoured December layoffs are apparently set to become reality this Wednesday, with 1500-2000 employees getting ... Read More

Network Administrator Profile

Friday December 5, 2008
A Network Administrator is mid to senior level networking role within an organization. While there can be some overlap, the position is different from a Network Engineer. Also of Interest: Cisco Certifications Best ... Read More

Technical Interviews

Wednesday December 3, 2008
Interviews for technical positions often involve detailed questions about specific technologies, development theory, problem solving approach, and a host of other topics. Here are some excellent technical interview questions and ... Read More

Amazon.com Company Profile

Tuesday December 2, 2008
Amazon.com is a company that has always fascinated me. They seem to constantly develop new ways of getting me to spend money online, with things like customer reviews, offers to ... Read More

Mechanical Engineer - Profile

Monday December 1, 2008
One of the more popular careers, which is increasingly difficult to find good candidates for, is Mechanical Engineers. The profile has some links to education resources, a professional organization, and ... Read More
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