Articles by Leslie Stevens-Huffman
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6 Interview Questions for Systems Administrators
The role of the systems administrator is strong and the job’s outlook is healthy, with the Bureau of Labor Statistics predicting growth of about 11.7 percent between 2012 and 2022. That should cr… -
Don't Share Performance Reviews With an Interviewer
Tip of the Day It doesn't happen very often, but every once in a while a prospective employer will ask to see a copy of your performance review. You should politely decline. The information in yo… -
10 Simple Ways to Screw Up Your Cover Letter
Cover letters are often your first mode of contact with an employer, so obviously you want them to be perfect. And, as in everything else, you get to perfect by sweating the details. Sometimes it… -
Do Your Research Before Beginning Salary Negotiations
Tip of the Day Once you're offered a new job, it's time to negotiate your salary, time off and other benefits. You can't do this in a vacuum. As in every other part of the job-hunting process, th… -
Make Your Cover Letter and Resume a Real Package
Tip of the Day Consistency between your resume and cover letter demonstrates your attention to detail and thoroughness. Plus, giving reviewers a coordinated package helps you convey the sense of… -
Take the Initiative and Keep Your Manager Informed
Tip of the Day If your boss is constantly lurking by your desk, trying to stay on top of what's going on, it might be time to change the way you interact. Because they’re unsure of which employee… -
Interview Questions for Agile Developers
Developers who are familiar with Agile have seen their stock rise. That’s because CIOs view the framework as a way to keep up with the ever-evolving needs of owners and a welcome alternative to t… -
How to Avoid Making the Worst Possible Interview Mistake
It would seem basic: Before you go in for an interview, you research the employer, its business, its culture—pretty much everything you can think of. It would seem basic, but apparently it’s not.… -
Here’s the One Thing You MUST Say During an Interview
By the time hiring managers ask you in for an interview, they’ve already decided you’ve got the technical skills to do the job. Their purpose in meeting you is to decide whether you’ll fit with t… -
Interview Questions for Novice Software Testers
If you’re interested in software testing, you don’t need robust tech skills so much as a heavy dose of tenacity and a strong service mentality. “It’s still a young profession so there are a lot o…