First Computer Job News and InformationNews, developments and opinions on the IT industry and how anyone determined enough can get in with little or even no knowledge or experience. Topics include training, resume writing, job applications, interview techniques, non technical skills employers look for and gaining a competitive edge through marketing yourself better.You want to be rich - Go where the money is- June 30, 2007 So I ended my contract yesterday and start a new one on Monday. It will be a bit of a career milestone for me as I have always wanted to be a contractor in the city working right at the heart of or where the wealth is created. There are several kinds...http://www.first-computer-job.com/200706.html#e54 Job Searching at Work - Risky Business!- June 24, 2007 Have you ever been caught out surfing a job site on your office computer It's probably about the biggest taboo anyone could make. But with new jobs coming out every hour - all that competition and having to get in there early what's a job seeker to do...http://www.first-computer-job.com/200706.html#e53 The Big IT Contract Search Begins- June 13, 2007 There are a lot of upsides to contracting like: Being your own boss No Micro-management or annual salary reviews Good - no make that GREAT money! Less tax liabilities Control over how muchlittle holiday The perks of being a company director Then...http://www.first-computer-job.com/200706.html#e52 Why Do the Best Qualified Candidates Lose Out to The Market Savvy- June 3, 2007 Bit of a controversial one here but it needs to be aired so here goes.. How can less qualified people with lower academic results win job interviews and offers over their more accomplished competitors Does a good education not prepare you for the big...http://www.first-computer-job.com/200706.html#e51 |