Archive for January, 2011
Healthcare IT Job Seekers, “To HIMSS Or Not To HIMSS” – Is That The Question?
Posted on28. Jan, 2011 by Gwen Darling.
About two weeks ago, that ‘ole familiar question started to appear with increased frequency. Via email, by phone, thru Twitter and LinkedIn, here it came. There were a few variations on the theme, but for the most part the question is the same as it was last year about this time, and the year before [...]
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You Don’t Have to Lie About It
Posted on24. Jan, 2011 by Tim Tolan.
That’s it, I’ve had it! Credibility is a major priority with me, and when mine is challenged I feel really violated, especially if it’s because a candidate can’t keep track of which story was told to whom (candidate behavior never – never – ceases to amaze me). Ok, it’s human nature to place a higher value [...]
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Duke University’s Master of Management in Clinical Informatics Student Diary – Meet Justin Wiley!
Posted on21. Jan, 2011 by Justin Wiley.
Introduction My name is Justin Wiley, and I am a student in Duke’s Business Master of Management in Clinical Informatics (MMCi) program at the Fuqua School of Business. MMCi is a new program at Duke, and I am excited to be a part of it, and to have the opportunity to share my experiences with [...]
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More Tips for “Game Changing” in 2011
Posted on17. Jan, 2011 by Joe Lavelle.
The most important game changing recommendation is to read at least 30 minutes every day without interruption. This exercise works to keeps our minds engaged and also helps us to keep up with the latest news, trends in your profession, or novel that several people in the office keep mentioning. I don’t think it really matters what you read; just give yourself that time each day with the written word.
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Snowed In, Yet Still Attending Class at UIC!
Posted on14. Jan, 2011 by Ryan Esslinger.
What a way to start the new year! Last Sunday evening marked the beginning of what has become known as the “Blizzard of 2011″ for the southern part of the country. Before it all started, I was skeptical; maybe it’s because I’m originally from the Midwest, but it’s usually laughable when it snows in these [...]
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How to Jumpstart Your Career in 2011
Posted on13. Jan, 2011 by Joe Lavelle.
An overwhelming number of you intend to search for new jobs this year. Even if that isn’t part of your plan for 2011, you still can resolve to make some changes that will advance your career to new heights before it’s time to sing Auld Lang Syne again.








