career development
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The Secret to Becoming the New Tech ExpertStudies show that people who regularly practice being mindful can maximize their creativity and problem-solving, heads and shoulders above those who don’t. By taking time every day to stop, clear out the noise, and reflect, these people are continuously learning, improving, and becoming the new tech experts. | 
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Uncovering the Secrets to a Work-Life BalanceWhile maintaining a good work-life balance is still as desirable as ever, it may also be more difficult than ever. Having technology constantly available makes it hard for us to disconnect from our jobs. But making time for family, health, and hobbies is beneficial not only to our lives, but also to our work. | 
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Why You Should View Every New Workplace Challenge as a Confidence Booster New challenges can certainly be rich learning opportunities, whether or not the effort is a success as anticipated. It's time to view every new challenge as an opportunity to boost confidence. You certainly won't lose—you only stand to gain with this approach. |
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The Wisdom of a Lateral Move in Your CareerMany employees don’t view a lateral move as a step in the right direction. A career ladder, after all, is depicted as going upward, not sideways. Yet the skills learned in the new position can broaden your capabilities and expand the number of opportunities to advance. Think about the potential benefits. |
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It's Time to Reform Non-Compete Agreements Non-compete agreements in the tech industry are very common; however, studies show that only 24 percent of the workforce actually know trade secrets that need to be protected through non-compete agreements. Rajini Padmanaban looks at non-compete agreements and the reasons to reform them. |
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The Power of an Agile MindsetSome people think you've born with certain talents and there are other things you'll just never get the hang of. Conversely, having an agile mindset means believing that you're able to grow and develop your skills and intelligence. The interesting thing: Whichever mindset you hold, you'll probably be right. | 
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It's All About Prioritization "No one is busy in this world. It is all about priorities." In almost everything we do, prioritization is the key to surviving in today’s fast-paced world. Prioritization is particularly relevant in the software industry right now because being agile is the latest mantra for success. |
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Switching Roles, Embracing Change, and Staying RelevantAgeism in the tech industry does exist. But while some conceptions tend to be true for many established employees, such as their being less willing to relocate or travel, the stereotype that they are stuck in their ways doesn't have to be. You absolutely can—and should—stay current and continue adding value. | 
Matt Heusser |