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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.

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Posted Jul 18, 2011 - 05:31 pm

Early in my career I was given some great advice. I was told to read the Sunday help wanted ads in my local newspaper like it was the sports page. I thought this was a ridiculous idea until I was told why.
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10 Innovative places to find a great IT job

Posted Jul 11, 2011 - 03:14 pm

I’m tired of looking for a job online and being one of a thousand applicants. Where else can I look for an IT job?
When to take old information off your resume

Posted Jul 06, 2011 - 06:45 am

I've been in IT for a long time and am currently updating my resume. I'm not sure what things I should/should not include from the early part of my career. Any advice?
Top 10 reasons to get a PMP certification, even if you’re a seasoned pro

Posted Jun 27, 2011 - 10:21 am

I have about ten years experience working as a project manager. Is it worthwhile for me to get my PMP certification or have I worked long enough that I don’t really need it?
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COBOL programmers have options, but must ask themselves what they want to do, and learn

Posted Jun 20, 2011 - 11:45 am

I’m a COBOL programmer with about 30 years of experience and have been out of work for just over two years. Is it too late for me to learn new marketable skills? If not, what should I learn?
5 great IT jobs for English majors

Posted Jun 13, 2011 - 12:02 pm

I graduated college last year with a degree in English and have not been able to find a job. I have always liked and been comfortable using computers. Are there jobs in IT that combine my interest in computers and my degree in English?
Contract programmer considers permanent employment

Posted Jun 06, 2011 - 02:10 pm

For the past ten years I have successfully worked as a contract programmer. The company I’m currently working with has asked me to come on board as a permanent employee. If I take the job, what differences can I expect as an employee?
Programmer seeks advice on how to become a manager

Posted May 31, 2011 - 08:01 am

I have been working as a programmer for about five years. I would like to move to a manager job. How do I make the jump from individual contributor to manager?
Helpdesk support technician wants more

Posted May 23, 2011 - 08:41 pm

I have worked for the last two years as a help desk support technician. I have a good reputation with the people I help and like the work. The thing is, I’m getting really bored. A job at the company opened for a second shift operator in the data center. Do you think I should take it?
Changing career from finance to IT

Posted May 16, 2011 - 01:56 pm

I went to school for accounting and have worked in the finance department of my company for about three years. During this time, I worked closely with the IT department on installing a new general ledger, accounts receivable, and accounts payable system. Through this experience, I learned I have a love for technology and would like to move into an IT related job. How can I do this with no formal IT training or computer programming experience?
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