Monthly Archives: March 2012

Podcast Recommendation – The Archaeology Channel

Ok, you may be scratching your head at this selection but let me explain. When I returned from a trip of a lifetime to Italy, my interest in archaeology grew. I’ve always had some interest but walking in Ancient Rome … Continue reading

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Tech Tools – Wireless Keyboards

You’re using your iPad or iPhone more for note-taking or other types of writing but finding the onscreen keyboards awkward? The answer? Wireless keyboard. While there is nothing new about wireless keyboards for desktop computers, they are a great asset … Continue reading

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The Interview – Part 4

You’re ready. You’ve done your research, made a dry run to the interview location, prepared your interview packet and are ready for the questions. Get to the interview 10 to 15 minutes ahead of time. Compose yourself and go in. … Continue reading

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Podcast Review – Book Review

The Book Review by the New York Times is a delightful podcast on recent books. Sam Tanenhaus is the host and editors and talks to other reviewers and also writers. The reviews are more in-depth and a conversation between Tanenhaus … Continue reading

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Tech Tools – The iPad

You’ve been hearing about the all of the tablet computers in the market and are wondering which one you should choose? The answer? Seriously? The iPad. I would be remiss if I didn’t talk about the biggest tech tool of … Continue reading

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The Interview – Part 3

When I was preparing this post, I realized there was one more area to review before going into an interview, and that is the actual questions. While you’ll never know exactly what an interviewer will ask, there are common questions. … Continue reading

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Podcast Recommendation – Hypercritical

I love the 5by5 network of podcasts and have written about them before. One of the podcasts is more of an acquired taste but well worth the time. Hypercritical is hosted by normal host Dan Benjamin and John Siracusa. John … Continue reading

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Tech Tools – Mophie Juice Pack Powerstation

You’re using your iPad and with its great battery life, you’re not worried about running out of power. In fact, you don’t check the battery but then realize you’re running low on power. The answer? Mophie Juice Pack Powerstation. The … Continue reading

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The Interview – Part 2

Before you go to the interview, prepare an interview kit. This kit will include the following: Questions about the Company Last week we talked about how easy it is to research a company. Most online job ads have the company … Continue reading

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Podcast Recommendation – The Ihnatko Almanac

If you’re a fan of tech podcasts or tech writing, you may be a fan of Andy Ihnatko. He is frequently on This Week in Tech and writes for Macworld and the Chicago Sun-Times. But if you want a real … Continue reading

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