Rising Number of Jobs in App Economy Adds Hope to US Employment ReportPolitical leanings often influence how we tend to judge the employment rates in this country, especially during an election year. But one area isn't likely to be disputed by anyone: The number of jobs in the mobile app economy continues to climb nationwide.
How to Solve a Problem That's Not Well DefinedWhen presented with a problem, professionals are often tempted to propose solutions without validating the problem statement. This can be the right thing to do when the problem is well defined. Unfortunately, outside of academic exercises, such well-defined problems are rare.
Creating an Engaging PresentationWhen it comes to giving an engaging presentation, remember that you really do not need a groundbreaking discovery to craft a conference proposal. What you do need is a presentation that will help people learn something or see a topic from a new angle.
Don’t Be Deceived by StatisticsIt’s sometimes said that statistics don’t lie—but that’s a lie. Statistics are powerfully effective at deceiving. Don’t let yourself be deceived. Naomi Karten describes three examples where statistics may not be all they are cracked up to be.
How You Can Overcome the Paradox of ChoiceThe more choices there are, the less satisfied we become. Naomi Karten explains how to overcome this paradox of choice. Most of the time, we don’t need the very best and only rarely is it worth struggling to find the best choice.
Developers on the Auction Block: The New Job Search MarketAre you a developer looking for a great salary? How about a signing bonus? Have you ever considered putting yourself up for auction? Do companies bid on salaries to land the best talent? Read on, and you'll discover that these are just some of the realities in today’s developer job search market.
Which CM Certification Is Best?A common question CM professionals ask themselves is which CM certification is best, given the many choices, including certifications from the NDIA to the CMII. Joe Townsend investigates different CM certifications and provides some insight as to which certification is best for CM professionals.
How to Criticize Your ManagerHardly anybody likes to be criticized—and that includes your manager. So if your manager could benefit from some feedback, be careful. What you say could improve your relationship—or damage it.
