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Can Social Media Get You Fired?

Can Social Media Get You Fired?

February 18, 2012, No comments

You know that social media can help land you a job—but you realize it can be grounds for losing one, too, right? Check out this infographic to get all the stats on how companies use social media tools to make hiring (and firing) decisions—plus eight topics to never, ever post on your wal.

Calm, Cool, and Protected: 3 Ways to Keep Your Devices Safe

Calm, Cool, and Protected: 3 Ways to Keep Your Apple Devices Safe

February 16, 2012, No comments

You know how horrifying it would be to lose your phone or have your iPad stolen. So are you doing everything you can to protect your personal details that live on them? Read on for simple ways to keep your devices safe and secure.

Skype Hype: The Key To Acing Your Virtual Interview

Skype Hype: The Key to Acing Your Virtual Interview

February 14, 2012, No comments

Think you can prepare for a Skype interview just like your standard in-person visit? Think again. Read on for the secrets of nailing your next virtual screen.

4 Ways Pinterest Can Be Useful at Work

4 Ways Pinterest Can Be Useful at Work

February 7, 2012, 2 Comments

Pinterest is great for checking out new outfits, drooling over tasty-looking food, and picking out furnishings for your future dream house—but it can be a great tool for work, too. Here are four smart, easy ways to use it .

  • What You Need to Know About SEO
    What You Need to Know about SEO
    February 6, 2012, No comments

    There’s a perception out there that search engine optimization is complex—so many companies choose to ignore it. But, while this is somewhat true, the building blocks of SEO are actually pretty simple. Here are five basic steps to get you started.

  • 6 Ways to Get More from Twitter
    6 Ways to Get More out of Twitter
    February 1, 2012, No comments

    You now know the ins and outs of the @ symbol and RT like a rockstar, and now you’re ready to kick your Twitter experience up a notch! Good news: the Twitterverse is full of tools and tricks to boost your efficiency. Take a look at a few of our favorites.

  • 5 Great Apps for Working on the Go
    5 Great Apps for Working on the Go
    January 24, 2012, 1 Comment

    If you’re debating whether it’s worth lugging around your laptop for a day of meetings—the answer is no. Just download these five mobile apps to help you stay connected, productive, and sane, no matter where you are.

  • SOPA and PIPA: What You Need to Know
    SOPA and PIPA: What You Need to Know
    January 21, 2012, No comments

    You’ve probably been hearing about the SOPA and PIPA bills all week, but if you’re not quite sure where they came from, what they are, and what they mean for you, don’t worry. Check out this infographic for a visual guide to the proposed legislation.

  • Get in with Google
    Get in with Google! How to Score a Job in Tech
    December 31, 2011, No comments

    Nearly 1 in 4 young professionals wants to score a job with Google, but less than half a percent of applicants actually do. So what do you need to know to land one of those coveted positions? We’ve got the insider scoop.