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­tah Students May Earn Tuition Back from Video Games
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­tah Students May Earn Tuition Back from Video Games

Three student projects from one of the University of Utah's computer game development classes have been accepted for sale on Xbox Live Indie Games, an online computer...

Employee Training Might Actually Increase Turnover
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Employee Training Might Actually Increase Turnover

Businesses spend billions of dollars training employees each year, a new study by University of Iowa researchers finds that many of these programs might actually...

It Worker Demand Remains Robust Despite Slow Economy
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It Worker Demand Remains Robust Despite Slow Economy

U.S. tech hiring for the second half of 2011 will increase as the gradually improving economy results in companies updating their IT systems after scaling back...

Western Graduates Head to China For Internships
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Western Graduates Head to China For Internships

Looking for an advantage in a crowded job market, recent graduates in industries from engineering to finance in both Europe and the U.S. are making their way to...

Predictions About the Future of Gen Y at Work
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Predictions About the Future of Gen Y at Work

With the oldest members of Generation Y now entering their 30s, companies are  expanding and lengthening the definition of "entry-level" positions to include individuals...

Extreme Multitasking: Surviving the Superjob
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Extreme Multitasking: Surviving the Superjob

Emboldened by high unemployment rates across the nation and continually on the lookout for cost savings, businesses of all sizes have asked a dwindling number of...

Red Hot: The Computer Science Job Market
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Red Hot: The Computer Science Job Market

Across the United States, new computer science graduates from strong programs are receiving extraordinary job offers, with starting salaries as high as $105,000...

The Feedback Gap
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The Feedback Gap

A recent survey found that many managers dislike giving feedback, and when they do it is often less than effective. Fewer than half of surveyed employees receive...

Five Things to Consider Before Joining a Startup
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Five Things to Consider Before Joining a Startup

Job seekers who dream of joining a startup company should realize there are risks and should know the right questions to ask before making the leap, according to...

Linux Skills: A Hot Commodity for Job Hunters
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Linux Skills: A Hot Commodity for Job Hunters

A few years ago Linux skills were just one in a series of possible assets for job applicants looking to stand out. Now they may be a make-or-break element. Recent...

Getting Along with Co-Workers May Prolong Life
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Getting Along with Co-Workers May Prolong Life

People who have a good peer support system at work may live longer than people who don't have such a support system, according research published by the American...

Dirty IT Jobs: Partners in Slime
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Dirty IT Jobs: Partners in Slime

You think your job is bad? Remember, it could be worse. You ain't seen nothing until you've had to pick moldy food and cockroaches out of a dead PC or been asked...

'superjobs': Why You Work More, Enjoy It Less
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'superjobs': Why You Work More, Enjoy It Less

Businesses expect a lot more out of their employees these days. In today's workplace, everyone does windows, and anyone who gripes about working too hard will...

Silicon Valley Experiencing New Hiring Boom
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Silicon Valley Experiencing New Hiring Boom

Graduates with science and engineering degrees are about to enter the hottest Silicon Valley job market in a decade. Some recent grads are even turning down interview...

How Women Can Advance in Science and Technology
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How Women Can Advance in Science and Technology

Women still face obstacles to career advancement within science and technology fields. But experts say there are a handful of effective solutions for overcoming...

Misleading Government Stats on It Employment
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Misleading Government Stats on It Employment

David Foote, CEO of IT workforce analyst firm Foote Partners, says that U.S. government statistics on IT employment are misleading because they do not track 16...

Building an Effective CIO Resume
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Building an Effective CIO Resume

For experienced C-level IT executives, creating an effective technology leadership resume requires thinking about company-level contributions, rather than merely...

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A New Perspective on Older Workers

While companies have traditionally favored hiring younger IT workers, Steve Watson of Stanton Chase International says there is a growing openness to looking at...

Empowered Workers Are Better, More Productive Workers
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Empowered Workers Are Better, More Productive Workers

A new study from the University of Iowa confirms that workers who feel empowered by their employers have higher morale and are more productive, regardless of...

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Mentorship Key For Women in It, Says Collaborate Panel

A recent panel discussion at the Collaborate 11 Oracle user conference concluded that mentors and sponsors are crucial to helping women advance their careers in...
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