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Remote working is a fact of life, as companies provide workers with additional working options and expand around the world. Some foresight and simple changes can help keep your remote workers connected and engaged during meetings, not only making them feel like full team members of the team, but using that engagement to keep them ...
Cybersecurity is a booming career path for professionals looking to enhance the value of their skillsets in the 2020s. This guide, written by Madeline Clarke for TechRepublic Premium, highlights the methods people can take to begin a career in cybersecurity, provides expert insights from industry professionals and discusses the varying factors surrounding this lucrative area ...
Billions of people use a web browser to access the Internet every single day, but very few know how the technology actually works. While typing in a URL to go to a web page may seem like a simple action, there is a deceptively complex group of devices, networks and protocols behind it. To aid ...
In the tech field, there are certain tasks you do more than any other. There are go-to tasks you almost always do, regardless of the situation. And there are certain essential tasks that can save your skin onsite. These are tasks you should be able to do on autopilot. Jack Wallen, writing for TechRepublic Premium, ...
Video game technology has made significant advancements in the last decade, increasing its accessibility and popularity among players. These games have a myriad of benefits and uses, from improving cognitive skills like focus, response time and visual memory to stimulating creativity, encouraging teamwork and releasing serotonin. To remain up to speed with the projected success ...
Logical thinking is critical for IT professionals, managers and executives. You must be able to diagnose problems end users are having. You must be able to evaluate vendor claims. You must be able to refute your boss when he or she turns down your request for a raise or promotion. The following concepts from TechRepublic ...
While the IT industry offers good opportunities, it doesn’t mean IT professionals don’t have to work hard to have a career that keeps them employed and growing. TechRepublic Premium presents some common mistakes IT professionals make that can compromise their careers. Featured text from the download: 3: Confusing “today” with “tomorrow” Too many IT professionals ...
Looking for work is only part of what you need to do when you get laid off. TechRepublic Premium offers some advice for moving forward instead of sinking into the unemployment abyss. Featured text from the download: 4. Expand your comfort zone I once talked to someone who was hungry for some work about giving ...
If you’re a manager struggling to find out why your team is dysfunctional, a little self-analysis may be in order. Check out this list from TechRepublic Premium of common management mistakes and see if they look familiar. Featured text from the download: 3: Changing policy due to one person The term “team” makes some managers ...
Marketing products and services is an essential part of business success, but the process can be difficult and frustrating. In fact, for many SMBs, marketing strategy is an afterthought, considered only after they’ve perfected their products or services. This guide, written by Mark W. Kaelin for TechRepublic Premium, includes information on why email marketing works ...
Even though social media has only been around for about 25 years, its rapid evolution has resulted in many fascinating deep dives into strategy and history. Whether you want to learn how to become an influencer or read the story behind Reddit, Kara Sherrer and TechRepublic Premium present 10 must-read books on social media to ...
With proper planning and management, providing effective after-hours technical service and support can deliver a significant competitive advantage. Here are six recommendations, created by Erik Eckel on behalf of TechRepublic Premium, for effectively structuring technical service and support during non-traditional work hours. Featured text from the guide: 1. PROPERLY PRIORITIZE AFTER-HOURS SERVICE The most important ...
Developing and maintaining a team of motivated and effective technical support professionals is challenging, but the rewards can prove significant. Certainly, there’s no substitute for a capable help desk team dedicated to assisting end users. Organizations typically don’t achieve goals if users struggle or employees don’t know how to maximize investments made in applications, cloud ...
Having an online presence is crucial for any business. However, just having one is not enough. With millions of competitors across the web, standing out is essential. This guide, written by Agatha Aviso for TechRepublic Premium, outlines 10 ways to build an effective online presence for your business, with key action steps to help you ...
Business travel can be stressful and exhausting, but seasoned road warriors know a thing or two about minimizing the hassles and making trips go smoothly. This guide rounds up advice from professionals who travel regularly on business. The contents in the PDF include eight tips to reduce the stress of business travel, tips to stop ...