Establishing an online presence is absolutely essential in this digital day and age, more so if your profession lies within a creative industry. However, it can be all too easy to forget about your own projects while getting stuck into client work, and the task of creating a personal website can often be nudged to the bottom of your ‘to-do list’. Thankfully there are several web based tools that can help you set up a site in as little as 5 minutes, meaning you can concentrate on the more pressing issues in your schedule. Despite their minimal setup time, they are aesthetically pleasing with an air of professionalism, and are the perfect solution for less technically minded freelancers or those wanting a temporary web page. We’ve taken an in-depth look at the 3 main contenders in the personal site and online resume field, Zerply, Flavors.me and About.me, so you can make an informed decision on which one is right for you. ZERPLY The obscurely named Zerply is a one page site that … [Read more...] about How to Launch a Personal Website in 5 Minutes
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Tech Junkie? Why An IT Career Might Be For You
Are you the one your family and friends come running to for help with their computer problems? Maybe you’re the one with the most up to date smartphone yet you anticipate the arrival of the newest version soon to come? Do you find all this “nerdy” stuff interesting? Are you in need of a career? If so, perhaps a career in information technology may be what you’re looking for. The perfect match for you! Let your passion and your interests guide you into a rewarding and fun career. After all, isn’t that what everyone is looking for? Information Technology There is a variety of career opportunities with an IT career. Training ranges from certificates to bachelor’s degrees and beyond. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), projected job growth in this field to be 8 out of 10 fastest growing occupations (2000-2010), and according to www.monster.com, it is a field that is recession proof. Educational Pathways There is a multitude of paths to take in achieving an IT career. … [Read more...] about Tech Junkie? Why An IT Career Might Be For You