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The Personality Traits That Will Get You Hired
By Katharine Paljug | February 21, 2023

Employers want certain traits, also known as "soft skills," in a new hire. Find out the most important characteristics to get the job.

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4 Tips for Setting and Achieving Career Goals
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

Most employees say that professional goals are important to their work performance. Learn how to create and achieve your own career goals.

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13 Best Jobs for People Who Love Celebrities
By Adam Uzialko | February 21, 2023

You don't have to be a celebrity to work with famous people. Here are 13 ways you can work with stars without putting yourself in the spotlight.

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How to Use Your Alumni Network for Business Success
By Marisa Sanfilippo | February 21, 2023

Learn how to use your college alumni network to make professional and business connections that can set you up for entrepreneurial success.

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5 Best Sales Certifications to Better Your Career
By Kim Lindros | February 21, 2023

Whether you're new to sales or have experience, these sales certifications may open doors to better opportunities.

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How to Get a Job in Virtual or Augmented Reality
By Adam Uzialko | February 21, 2023

Virtual reality and augmented reality skills translate into jobs in software, wearables, education, healthcare and more. Learn how to find a VR or AR job.

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30-Plus Certifications to Advance Your Networking Career
By Ed Tittel | February 21, 2023

In your networking career, various certifications can help you gain valuable skills employers need. Learn which networking certifications to pursue.

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Want a Professional Reference? How to Ask and What to Expect
By Matt D’Angelo | February 21, 2023

Excellent professional references can help you stand out among job applicants. Learn how to ask for a professional reference and what to include.

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Technical vs. Management: Which IT Career Track Is Right for You?
By Ed Tittel | February 21, 2023

At some point in their careers, most IT professionals will choose to continue on a technical tracks or transition into a management role. Here's how to decide which path is right for you.

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Are Your Office Perks Hurting Productivity?
By Bassam Kaado | February 21, 2023

Office perks may be distractions if they are not handled right. Here's how to find a balance between work and play while still offering employees exciting incentives.

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11 Online Platforms to Boost Your Business Skills
By Leslie Pankowski | February 21, 2023

The online learning market is booming. Online learning resources help you learn new skills, business concepts and niche specialties to boost your career.

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Paw-some or Cat-astrophic? Pros and Cons of Office Pets
By Sammi Caramela | February 21, 2023

Are office pets a wonderful perk or a troublesome distraction? This guide covers the pros and cons of pets in the workplace.

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International Association of Privacy Professionals: Career and Certification Guide
By Adam Uzialko | February 21, 2023

The IAPP is a premier, high-value source of training and certification in data privacy. Its credentials are tuned by region to recognize local laws, rules and regulations.

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The End of a Controversial Era: Is the Open Office Dying?
By Matt D’Angelo | February 21, 2023

The open office model gained notoriety after major businesses adopted it. With the rise of remote work, is the open office format a thing of the past?

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5 Workplace Confidence Killers and How to Beat Them
By Kaylyn McKenna | February 21, 2023

Is something killing your confidence at work? Learn how to overcome common confidence killers to succeed in your career.

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How Grads Can Get the Job With Limited Work Experience
By Bennett Conlin | February 21, 2023

Limited work experience isn't as big an obstacle to finding a job as you might think. Here's how to get a job without a stacked resume.

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The Critical Importance of Mental Health Days
By Adam Uzialko | February 21, 2023

Do you need a mental health day? Find out how taking a day off to recharge can benefit employees and businesses.

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Michael Scott Quotes Every Leader Should Live By
By Sammi Caramela | February 21, 2023

These Michael Scott quotes from popular television series The Office may have come from a goofball manager, but they hold some leadership insight all the same.

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4 Solid Strategies for Expanding Your Professional Network
By Bassam Kaado | February 21, 2023

Professional networking means creating and maintaining relationships that can help further your brand. Use these networking tools and strategies.

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5 Ways to Manage Your Chronic Illness at Work
By Sammi Caramela | February 21, 2023

Physical and mental chronic illnesses are highly prevalent in the adult population. Learn how to manage your illness in the workplace.

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Keep It Clean: Social Media Screenings Gain in Popularity
By David Cotriss | February 21, 2023

Learn how employers screen social media when vetting job candidates and making hiring decisions – and how to use social media to get the job.

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The Skills Gap Is Costing Businesses Dearly
By Shayna Waltower | February 21, 2023

Companies spend massive amounts of money looking for qualified employees. Learn how the skills gap is limiting the hiring pool and how to address it.

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10 Part-Time Jobs With Benefits
By Max Freedman | February 21, 2023

There are plenty of part-time jobs that offer benefits such as healthcare, retirement and more. These companies offer useful benefits to their employees.

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Best Database Certifications for 2023
By Business News Daily | February 21, 2023

Database technology is crucial for many computing tasks. Learn the best certifications for DBAs, database developers, and anyone working with databases.

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Best Wireless Networking Certifications of 2023
By Jordan Bishop | February 21, 2023

Discover the five best and most valuable wireless networking certifications currently available, and get certified to boost your career in the IT sector.

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Best Unified Communications Certifications
By Adam Uzialko | February 21, 2023

These unified communications certifications are in demand in 2018. Find the most valuable UC certification for your career path.

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Best InfoSec and Cybersecurity Certifications of 2023
By Ed Tittel | February 21, 2023

Find the best information security and cybersecurity certifications for IT professionals to grow your business or career.

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The Modern Hiring Process: What Job Seekers and Employers Should Know
By Leslie Pankowski | February 21, 2023

The job market is always changing. Learn what employers, hiring managers and job seekers should know about recruitment, hiring and onboarding trends.

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Best VoIP and Telephony Certifications 2019
By Ed Tittel | February 21, 2023

As VoIP and IP-based PBXs continue replacing traditional PBXs and PSTNs, the telephony space is changing, and so are related credentials for professionals.

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20 Gift Exchange Ideas for Your Office Holiday Party
By Sammi Caramela | February 21, 2023

Try one of these 20 gift exchange ideas with your employees this holiday season.