6 tips for managing a global workforce
By: Paul Heltzel We reached out to tech executives and engineering managers who have done exactly that and asked them to share their hard-earned wisdom of team building. From finding the best fit for your next hire to keeping your team fresh and motivated, the following collective advice will have your team coding at its […]
Has your cloud consultant gone crazy?
By: David Tabor Unless you are doing all your system configuration and implementation work internally, you’ll be depending on consultants to get your cloud projects done. When consultants start doing dumb things, your project will be at risk. Even if they get your project done right, if they can’t make a profit they’ll eventually […]
14 tips for working with recruiters
By: Sharon Florentine How to get the most from tech recruiters If you’re trying to land a new job, it’s almost a given that you’ll be working with a recruiter at some point. Understanding the role a recruiter plays in helping you find a job can help you make the most of this critical professional […]
3 ways the restructured Educator Community better supports educators
If you’ve visited the Microsoft Educator Community lately, you may have noticed that things look a little different. We’re delighted to announce that the entire site has been restructured to better support educators around the world, and it’s all thanks to you every new button, navigation path, and design update was made not only with […]
7 tips for making a good impression at your new job
By: Sharon Florentine The first month in a new job is arguably one of the most critical, as it can set the tone for your entire tenure with the company. Your actions and reactions can make or break your reputation at your new company and can impact your entire career, says Todd Dean, co-founder and […]
Obama aims to avoid a ‘cycle of escalation’ in cyberattacks by countries
By: John Ribeiro U.S. President Barack Obama said his country has had problems with cyber intrusions from Russia and other countries in the past, but aims to establish some norms of behavior rather than let the issue escalate as happened in arms races in the past. Obama’s statement on the sidelines of the G20 summit […]
Irritated iPhone 6 users sue Apple over ‘touch disease’ defect
Dozens of angry iPhone 6 users are posting complaints on Apple forums, claiming their expensive smartphones have succumbed to “touch disease,” a flaw that makes the screens unresponsive and the devices useless. The iPhone owners are particularly upset because Apple will not fix or replace phones that are no longer under warranty without charging additional […]
IT Resume Makeover: Knowing what to showcase
By: Sarah White Resumes aren’t easy for anyone. And James Park was no different. Park works with the Information Systems and Control Association (ISACA) and recently earned his master’s degree. While his career his distinguished, his resume needed some work. After speaking with the candidate, Laura Smith-Proulx, award winning resume writer and author of three […]
10 tech skills that will earn you more money
By: Sarah White Tech skills that will earn you more money It’s a great time to be in tech. According to data from Dice, technology salaries in the U.S. rose to an average of $96,370 per year. That’s a 7.7 percent increase and the biggest year-over-year jump in average tech salaries since Dice began tracking […]
12 tips to help SMBs select and manage vendors
By: Jennifer Lonoff Schiff Picking good suppliers and partners is critical to your company’s success, especially a smaller, growing business. Pick a vendor that is difficult to work with, doesn’t provide a service as promised, isn’t there when you need help and/or hits you with hidden fees, and your company could be in serious trouble. […]