Your IT Career

by Eric Bloom

Eric P. Bloom, a former CIO, is president of Manager Mechanics LLC, a company specializing in information technology (IT) leadership development and the governing organization for the Information Technology Management and Leadership Professional (ITMLP©) and Information Technology Management and Leadership Executive (ITMLE©) certifications.

He is also a keynote speaker, nationally syndicated columnist, National Speakers Association member, and author of various books including the following:

- The CIO’s Guide to Staff Needs, Growth, and Productivity
- Your IT Career: Get Noticed, Get Promoted, and Build Your Professional Brand
- Manager Mechanics: Tips and Advice for First-Time Managers.

Prior to founding Manager Mechanics, Eric led technology at Independence Investments and The Boston Company Asset Management. Eric was also a SVP of Business Systems at Monster Worldwide and a VP of Software Development at Fidelity Investments.

Eric began his career as a software developer (programmer) and moved through the ranks to CIO. He understands IT management from the bottom up. As they say, "He walks the walk."

Additional information on Eric can be found at www.ericpbloom.com and www.ManagerMechanics.com. He can be contacted at eric@ManagerMechanics.com.

A PMP isn't just for IT, job opportunities abound

Posted Jul 23, 2013 - 09:14 am

I have my PMP and have been working within IT my whole career. I like IT, but I’m tired of doing the same thing for so many years. Any suggestions on other things I can do with my IT and project management experience?
Career, IT career advice, IT career development
10 Ways to be a software tester and utility infielder

Posted Jul 17, 2013 - 08:53 am

I’m a software tester in a large IT shop. As my company moves more and more toward cloud based, there is less and less for me to do. I’m afraid that one day soon I’ll lose my job. Do you have any suggestions?
Career, IT career advice, IT professional branding
IT Contractors: Bring a toolkit and raise your pay

Posted Jul 10, 2013 - 01:17 pm

Hey software contractor! Yes you. Do you want to raise your billing rate and increase your days worked? If so, build and/or assemble a set of software tools, process, and pre-built routines that will make you more productive more quickly and provide real immediate value to your clients.
Career, IT branding, it consulting
Moving from Business Analyst to Project Manager (Part 1)

Posted Jul 01, 2013 - 04:53 pm

I’m currently a Business Analyst and would like to become a Project Manager. Can professional branding help me get there?
Career, career advice, IT career advice
COBOL, like Star Trek, needs a new generation

Posted Jun 24, 2013 - 02:21 pm

I was discussing the current and future state with Ed Airey, a Product Marketing Director with Micro Focus. Because of the nature of his job, he has his finger on the pulse of everything COBOL.
IT Management, cobol
Your next step professionally

Posted Jun 18, 2013 - 09:02 am

I’m often asked the question in emails from readers “What should I do next?” For those who have emailed a question with this theme that I have not yet answered, please consider this a general answer to your question.
Career, IT career advice, IT careers
Wanted: Techies with business knowledge. Others need not apply.

Posted Jun 12, 2013 - 09:31 pm

If you are in any type of IT role that relates to, or works with, anyone on the business side of your company, then more than ever before, industries-specific knowledge is required when trying to find a job.
Career, Business Analyst jobs, career tips
The evolving job role of System Administration

Posted Jun 03, 2013 - 09:49 am

The combination of System Administration skills and Programming skills is crucial to future professional growth.
Career, Data Center Jobs, IT career advice
Rise of the Business Analyst

Posted May 30, 2013 - 09:36 am

If there was ever a good time to be a Business Analyst it’s now, and here's why
Career, business analysis, career advice
What does social media say about you?

Posted May 20, 2013 - 10:35 am

Since graduating from college I have been on a number of great interviews but still haven’t found a job. I don’t understand it. I have a degree in computer science from a great school and some relevant work experience as a summer intern. Any idea what I could be doing wrong?
Career, career advice, IT career advice

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