SQLServerCentral.com Articles tagged Career

Accelerating Your Career

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 06:00:00 UT

There are any number of ways to help your career move forward. Steve Jones talks about one way you might not have thought about today.

Asking for Interview Questions

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 06:00:00 UT

When someone asks for interview questions on the web, it seems many people are upset. But should they be? Steve Jones points out there are different sides to this.

Don't Be a Ghost

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 06:00:00 UT

If you want to further your career, you can't be a ghost. Steve Jones talks about the ways in which so many people might end up hurting their careers by trying to keep their lives too private.

The Gambler

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 06:00:00 UT

If you are the type of person that doesn't run DBCC checks, Steve Jones thinks you're a gambler. And you might think about attending SQL Intersection next month in Vegas.

Why SQL Server?

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 07:00:00 UT

This Friday Steve Jones asks you how you got started working with SQL Server in your career? Let us know how you got started and why you stuck with it.

15 Quick Short Interview Questions Useful When Hiring SQL Developers

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 07:00:00 UT

Here is a useful exam that you can administer in either 10 or 15 minutes, either oral or written, when you interview for hiring permanent or contract workers for jobs in SQL Server development or support. (This is not a test for SQL Data Base Administrators.)

Impressive Accomplishments

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 07:00:00 UT

What things impress you most about potential candidates. This week Steve Jones asks the question to try and understand what types of activities data professionals might consider.

Mastering the Art of Conversation and Making Business Contacts

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 07:00:00 UT

In NYC on Feb 21 at 6:30, Don Gabor has a short seminar to help with your networking. Whether you are chatting in small groups or one-on-one at a networking event, IT conference or after-hours party, your ability to master the art of conversation will help you find and connect with business contacts.

Interviewing Tips for a Database Position

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 07:00:00 UT

Interviewing for a database position is a careful game of give and take. Knowing what to expect and how to prepare for your interview is important, but it's only half the battle. You'll also need to ask questions to see if the job, and the company, is a good fit for you.

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Fri, 11 Jan 2013 07:00:00 UT

Get a free ebook from Rodney Landrum and Red Gate Software that helps you prepare to deal with the various crisis situations you might encounter with SQL Server.

2013 Goals

Fri, 28 Dec 2012 07:00:00 UT

For the last Friday poll of the year, Steve Jones looks ahead to 2013 and the goals you might set for your career.

Those Who Can, Do

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 07:00:00 UT

Does certification help your career? Is it the choice for those that can't actually accomplish something in the real world? Steve Jones says that it can go either way, but it's up to the individual.

Grow Your Skills

Mon, 03 Dec 2012 07:00:00 UT

The idea of moving to the cloud is scary, but it will happen for many of us. If not at this job, perhaps at the next. Learning more about the cloud is something Steve Jones thinks you should consider.

Targeted Learning

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 07:00:00 UT

Today Steve Jones says your learning should have a plan. He uses an example from a recent conference where one motivated attendee came with a plan.

Day 2 of the OLAP Sprint

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 07:00:00 UT

Day 2 brings some initial work and a weather forecast.

Day 1 of The OLAP Sprint

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 07:00:00 UT

Day 1 of Simon's journey to build an OLAP solution in a week.

The Technical Nuances of Technical Writing

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 06:00:00 UT

A helpful guide to writing technical papers by focusing on the non-technical elements.

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SQL Server Resources - A list

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 06:00:00 UT

A great list of SQL Server resources that you can use to help you improve your knowledge or ask questions.

From Hairdresser to DBA – How to start a career in IT

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 06:00:00 UT

In writing about his career change from hairdresser to DBA, Greg Lucas shares his experiences and offers advice for those looking to move into IT.

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Rogue Algorithms

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 06:00:00 UT

As computers get more complex and automated, the chance for rogue algorithms grows. Steve Jones reminds us that we should be careful in how we code and that a little forethought from managers can help.

Watch Your Mouth

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 06:00:00 UT

The way you talk creates an impression at others. Steve Jones reminds us that we should be careful about using foul language.

Big Data Jobs

Tue, 21 Aug 2012 06:00:00 UT

Big Data is in the news and there is a lot of job growth. Steve Jones lists a few industries and areas where you might find one.

Time Off

Mon, 20 Aug 2012 06:00:00 UT

Finding a balance between work and life away from work is hard, but one good way is with periodic vacations. Today Steve Jones notes that some people don't take their vacation, which he sees as a problem.

Learning C

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 06:00:00 UT

As we use computers more and more, and more people must develop algorithms or simple programs, Steve Jones says everyone should learn C. Perhaps they should learn SQL as well.

Better Bosses Needed

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 06:00:00 UT

These days it seems there's no shortage of bad managers out there. However the bad ones do more than hurt morale, they actually can impact productivity. Steve Jones wonders why companies don't do more to fix this.

A Really Good Job

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 06:00:00 UT

Today Steve Jones talks about how you can find a really good job. And how you can make changes in your life to get you there.

Stack Ranking

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 06:00:00 UT

This Friday Steve Jones talks performance reviews. The system in place at Microsoft is a tough one, which allows some to thrive, and some not to. Is it one you'd like to have in place?

The DBA Tax

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 06:00:00 UT

Are you a DBA tax on your company? Or an asset that's worth the cost. Steve Jones talks about trying to be the latter and not the former.

Starting to Program

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 06:00:00 UT

This Friday Steve Jones asks what resources might help the new DBA learn to program better. Pick the language of your choice and let us know what resources have worked well for you.

Six Figures

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 06:00:00 UT

This week Steve Jones looks at some data professional jobs that pay over six figures.