http://www.cio.com/ en (c) Copyright 2014 CXO Media, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Mon, 30 Jun 2014 14:18:43 GMT 2014-06-30T14:18:43Z en (c) Copyright 2014 CXO Media, Inc. All Rights Reserved. http://www.cio.com/article/753048/Tech_Pros_Need_to_Learn_the_Art_of_Brevity?source=rss_mentoring A communication expert -- author of the new book "Brief" -- says you&#8217;ll have a bigger impact by saying less. But it requires preparation. IDG Insider Fri, 30 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT Mary K. Pratt <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/753048/Tech_Pros_Need_to_Learn_the_Art_of_Brevity?source=rss_mentoring 2014-05-30T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/753330/How_to_Build_a_More_Diverse_IT_Workforce?source=rss_mentoring If you're looking for a way to more easily identify talent from underrepresented groups, Entelo Diversity offers a service that it claims leads to a more diverse tech team. Wed, 28 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT Sharon Florentine <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/753330/How_to_Build_a_More_Diverse_IT_Workforce?source=rss_mentoring 2014-05-28T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/752519/4_Impossible_IT_Hiring_Scenarios_And_How_to_Beat_Them_?source=rss_mentoring Finding top tech talent remains one of HR's biggest challenges. In addition to a lack to skilled IT workers, budget constraints, geography and urgency, unrealistic expectations can make recruiting seem like a battle you can't possibly win. Tue, 06 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT Sharon Florentine <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/752519/4_Impossible_IT_Hiring_Scenarios_And_How_to_Beat_Them_?source=rss_mentoring 2014-05-06T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/752184/How_to_Become_a_Better_Leader?source=rss_mentoring Being a great leader takes hard work and dedication, but most of the necessary skills can be learned if you're willing to put in the time and effort. Here are 13 ways to help transform any manager, in IT or beyond, into becoming a better leader. Wed, 30 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT Rich Hein <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/752184/How_to_Become_a_Better_Leader?source=rss_mentoring 2014-04-30T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/750499/Beyond_Meritocracy_6_Ways_IT_Employee_Performance_Evaluations_Are_Changing?source=rss_mentoring Neither employees nor their managers look forward to annual performance reviews. That's why experts suggest using methods and tools that provide valuable, real-time feedback on how employees are doing. Mon, 31 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT John Brandon <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/750499/Beyond_Meritocracy_6_Ways_IT_Employee_Performance_Evaluations_Are_Changing?source=rss_mentoring 2014-03-31T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/750309/Millennials_Rule_the_Valley_Enjoy_It_While_It_Lasts?source=rss_mentoring Gen Y wants -- and is getting -- the most sexy jobs in the Silicon Valley. However, CIO.com Senior Writer Tom Kaneshige lets millennials in on the dirty little secret of the valley. Wed, 26 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT Tom Kaneshige <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/750309/Millennials_Rule_the_Valley_Enjoy_It_While_It_Lasts?source=rss_mentoring 2014-03-26T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/750228/Efficient_Employee_Onboarding_Critical_for_Long_Term_Success?source=rss_mentoring How your organization handles the first days, weeks and even months of a new employee's tenure is critical to lasting success, company loyalty and retention. Tue, 25 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT Sharon Florentine <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/750228/Efficient_Employee_Onboarding_Critical_for_Long_Term_Success?source=rss_mentoring 2014-03-25T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/749379/How_to_Add_New_Job_Skills_Without_Going_Back_to_School?source=rss_mentoring E-learning is a cost-effective, accessible way to boost your job skills without the hassles of 'traditional' degree programs. Fri, 07 Mar 2014 05:00:00 GMT Sharon Florentine <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/749379/How_to_Add_New_Job_Skills_Without_Going_Back_to_School?source=rss_mentoring 2014-03-07T05:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/747186/Is_an_MBA_Worthwhile_or_Worthless_for_Tech_Pros_?source=rss_mentoring Once seen as a valuable differentiator for career advancement, the intrinsic worth of an MBA degree is now a hotly debated subject in the enterprise. Mon, 27 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT Sharon Florentine <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/747186/Is_an_MBA_Worthwhile_or_Worthless_for_Tech_Pros_?source=rss_mentoring 2014-01-27T05:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/744845/What_You_Need_to_Know_to_Hire_Manage_and_Market_to_Millennials?source=rss_mentoring Generation Y is a complicated bunch. Many millennials are over-educated, under-employed and carry debt greater than their annual salaries -- yet your future hinges on them. Whether you need to hire them or sell to them, this infographic looks at common traits of millennials as both employees and consumers. Wed, 18 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT Tom Kaneshige <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/744845/What_You_Need_to_Know_to_Hire_Manage_and_Market_to_Millennials?source=rss_mentoring 2013-12-18T05:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/741983/10_Job_Search_Tips_for_Introverts?source=rss_mentoring Being introverted doesn't have to slow your progress when it comes time to ramp up your career. In fact, introverts have many characteristics that help them succeed in the IT world. However, it's important you understand your characteristics and can control -- and even take advantage of -- them. Thu, 24 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT Sharon Florentine <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/741983/10_Job_Search_Tips_for_Introverts?source=rss_mentoring 2013-10-24T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/741874/16_Traits_of_Great_IT_Leaders?source=rss_mentoring If you want to succeed as an IT leader you have to develop a set of traits that will serve you and those around you. Industry leaders and career experts share their thoughts on what behaviors make an IT leader great. Wed, 23 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT Rich Hein <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/741874/16_Traits_of_Great_IT_Leaders?source=rss_mentoring 2013-10-23T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/740818/How_to_Close_the_Big_Data_Skills_Gap_by_Training_Your_IT_Staff?source=rss_mentoring Research firms paint a dire picture of a massive big data skills gap that will get worse over time. But companies like Persado, which uses big data to help marketers optimize their messages, are finding success training their existing staff in the new big data technologies. Wed, 02 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT Thor Olavsrud <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/740818/How_to_Close_the_Big_Data_Skills_Gap_by_Training_Your_IT_Staff?source=rss_mentoring 2013-10-02T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/740655/5_Millennials_in_the_Workplace_Myths_Busted?source=rss_mentoring Forget what you think you know about Generation Y. A recent survey dispels many of the myths surrounding millennials and the digital culture. Turns out age may be nothing but a number. Tue, 01 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT Tom Kaneshige <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/740655/5_Millennials_in_the_Workplace_Myths_Busted?source=rss_mentoring 2013-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/738612/CIOs_Say_Mentoring_Works_Classes_Don_8217_t?source=rss_mentoring A survey of 200 CIOs finds that most well-meaning efforts at IT leadership development aren&#8217;t very successful. Fri, 30 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT Brendan Mcgowan <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/738612/CIOs_Say_Mentoring_Works_Classes_Don_8217_t?source=rss_mentoring 2013-08-30T04:00:00Z