ITList Information Technology Blog » Control http://itlist.com Current IT field related information Mon, 27 Dec 2010 04:35:43 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.2 Tips for Anger Management http://itlist.com/tips-for-anger-management/ http://itlist.com/tips-for-anger-management/#comments Fri, 01 Oct 2010 18:23:00 +0000 bikram http://itlist.com/tips-for-anger-management/ The biggest enemy of every human is undoubtedly anger or wrath. When one loses control on self and succumbs to rage, it can result into anything like murder, accidents, suicide, rape, verbal abuse, physical torture, splitting relations, loss of job. Anger is a definite part of human psychology, and it’s normal but we can’t allow it to be our master and take a toll on our lives. We should know the techniques to curb anger before it damages our lives lethally.

Take help of anger management programs

Such programs look into anger related problems, find out the reasons behind anger, help people to get a control over their anger and become a calm person. The moderator or facilitator is always an experienced person, who will take you through the course and help in finding a newer ‘you’. Such programs are many in number and highly customized. You will be recommended the program which suits you the best.

Group discussion

Since some people display extreme severity of anger they require additional support like group therapy. Many people find it comfortable as they get to share their problems in front of many who are suffering the same. This process is very healthy and shows immediate result, as people can openly measure their problems, accept them, comprehend them and also realize various ways of dealing with them. Discussion is the key for such therapy. People liking this process are generally extroverts, outspoken and social.

Personal counseling

Contrary to the people mentioned above, there are many people who do not like to open up in public and prefer a one-to-one personal counseling. If you are one of them make sure you are guided by a veteran and renowned counselor who will help you to channelize your anger in the right way. Set yourself loose in front of the counselor.

Self-analysis

Nothing can be better than self help. When you are angry, go to a corner, be alone and ask yourself why you are angry, why you are reacting with anger and if it is worth. Such self-analysis always helps, eases the tension and helps you to control yourself.

Develop Emotional Intelligence (EQ)

Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is all about understanding and dealing with emotions. A person with high EQ effectively manages stress, conflict, and difficult moments. They can evaluate an emotion and also change them into positive ways.

Relax, meditate

Anger is often seen as an outcome of stress, frustration, disgust and sleeplessness. Such causes can be easily handled with meditation, relaxation, enough of sleep and practice of hobby. Find some time for yourself, get into sports, practice your hobby. Start your day with meditation. Breathe deep.

Deal with your anger today and sustain a good life.

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Is Writing Really Fun? http://itlist.com/is-writing-really-fun/ http://itlist.com/is-writing-really-fun/#comments Fri, 19 Mar 2010 03:31:04 +0000 bikram http://itlist.com/is-writing-really-fun/ No. It is not.

Writing is hard work. Go and ask anyone who is in the business for long and he or she will tell you what a drag this is. As they say it, “The worst part of writing career is to sit still on your desk and write.”

Writing never comes easy, no matter at what stage you are into your writing career. It will never come easy. It takes time, effort, and pushing from your side. Do not assume that someone just sits on the desk and starts stroking keys and articles or books or reports or whatever starts forming itself. It never happens this way. To draw an analogy, let me tell you that writing is akin to polishing gold necklace—it required time, determination, precision, attention to details, and ability to continue even when your mind is saying “F” Word out loud.

I have been long enough in this field to realize this. Initially, I was delusional. I thought it will come easy to me as I am into this since I was a kid is class 3rd. But, as I wrote I was delusional.

Should you take up writing?

Indeed, you should. If writing is tough then what is not? Nothing is easy. You will have to exert yourself in everything that you do. But there is one thing about writing that none of the profession shares, at least not in the essence that writing does.

Writing creates a world, where you are in control of what each of your words will do. But, still your readers are in control. As it is upon them to make whatever sense they want from the writing. Writing is a game being played between the minds of the writer, readers and everything that falls in between.

This indeed makes writing fun.

Yes. Writing is fun. In the truest sense of the word, not in the sense that mean no work all play.

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Developing A Career In Sales http://itlist.com/developing-a-career-in-sales/ http://itlist.com/developing-a-career-in-sales/#comments Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:40:20 +0000 SamElli http://itlist.com/?p=1838 When your career involves sales, you are directly in control of your own destiny.  If your income is driven by how much you can sell a service or product, you get back exactly the effort that you exert.  Which means, as long as you are a hard worker, your career will be a success.  So if sales is a target career for you, instead of waiting for the skills to be taught to you, take the initiative to better yourself as soon as possible.  The better you get at making yourself money, the more money you’ll have faster.

Look around you for starters.  Try to find helpful books at your local bookstore.  Even look to the colleges in the area and see if anybody teaches a course related to your field.  Anything that helps you become a better seller is a plus.  This career is dependant upon your ability, so it only makes sense that you would strive to have all the education that you can muster.

Of course a path such as college or career coaching will require an investment of money and time on your part, but having the info is much better than the alternative.  An education is never a bad thing.  The accolades might not guarantee a good job, but the knowledge will.  You’ll still have to work hard at what you do, but you’ll know where to put your efforts.  That information is invaluable.

Finally, try to find an entry level job that affords you the chance to work with a real industry professional.  Whether the job doesn’t pay well, or even just an unpaid internship, take advantage of either.  As long as there’s room for advancement, or a good training manager, either will be beneficial.  Remember, it’s okay to give a job a shot, if you aren’t offered the salary you want.  Take advantage of the quick experience, the knowledge you can gain, and the opportunity for advancement.  As long as you work hard to sell, you are guaranteed to be successful.

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Stand Out At A Meeting http://itlist.com/stand-out-at-a-meeting/ http://itlist.com/stand-out-at-a-meeting/#comments Thu, 03 Sep 2009 22:08:02 +0000 SamElli http://itlist.com/?p=1632 Meetings are a fantastic opportunity to make yourself shine at your job.  They serve as your chance to show your ability in front of people that might otherwise be unaware of your potential.  Usually it’s only your direct boss that gets a real feel for what you can achieve.  But at a meeting, most times you have a chance to make yourself known to the people higher up on the ladder.  So clearly, thinking of a meeting that way, each one is a vital chance to make a name for yourself at your company.  Here are a few tips to help you do just that:

1. Research, research, research.  Make sure you know the in’s and out’s of every single detail of the meeting.  Make yourself an expert, so that if you have visual aides during a presentation, you know all of them without having to look.  Or if there are packets of statistics to be used during discussion, make sure you know the important stuff like the back of your hand.  Knowledge is key to presenting yourself as a valuable, informed employee.

2. Participate in the meeting by offering useful information or helpful suggestions.  Don’t try to take control of the meeting, as the idea is to get yourself noticed in a good way.  Coming off as a control freak is not your aim at all.  So just offer positive insight whenever the situation presents itself.  But don’t try to force yourself into every open dialogue.

3. Show up a few minutes early to the meeting.  This shows preparedness every time.  Nothing makes you look worse to the big wigs than showing up to a meeting involving them late.

4. Follow up on anything that you promised during the meeting immediately.  If you said you’d deliver a report after the meeting, make sure that it’s the first thing you do afterward.  Nothing makes you look worse than when you promise something and don’t come through.  Always keep your promises, especially when they were made in front of a room full of people.

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Take Control Of An Interview http://itlist.com/take-control-of-an-interview/ http://itlist.com/take-control-of-an-interview/#comments Wed, 17 Jun 2009 20:34:57 +0000 SamElli http://itlist.com/?p=1400 Taking control of an interview is one of the absolute best ways to stand out, and make yourself the number one candidate for the job you want.  This tactic has an incredibly high success rate when done effectively, in fact most interviewers specifically look for the type of person who is take charge enough to really take control throughout the process.  The problem is that most people don’t have the skills to pull this off well, and attempting to control an interview can really backfire on you.  Which is why there are a few guidelines you should remember in your bid to control an interview, and make yourself into the center of attention for getting that job.

You need a clear objective that you want to accomplish, and not something like getting the job, because that goes without saying, otherwise you wouldn’t be at the interview.  You want to have a clear example of what you want to come across in the interview, such as certain skills or experience that highlight why you’re right for the job.  Make sure those come across to the interviewer as fantastic examples of your past experience, or specially trained skill set and how it applies to them and the potential job.

Research the company to a decent degree, so that you know what they are about, how they conduct business, and their mission statement.  That way you can take control through relevant industry questions that apply to you and the job that you are hoping to get.  This way not only will you be able to show your knowledge of the company, but also the interest you have in doing the work necessary to learn about the position and better prepare yourself.

Finally, look for any opportunity to tell a relevant anecdote to showcase your experience, or skill set, showing you not only understand the company and the position, but also to highlight something worthwhile that you did at another job.  Proving your worth to the company you are interviewing for, and relaying the skills you can provide that they need.

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Make Yourself Stand Out In An Interview http://itlist.com/make-yourself-stand-out-in-an-interview/ http://itlist.com/make-yourself-stand-out-in-an-interview/#comments Sat, 13 Jun 2009 13:57:40 +0000 SamElli http://itlist.com/?p=1393 Anytime that an economy takes a hit, like the global economy has been for a while now, the job market become much, much more competitive.  This is simply because there are fewer jobs available in a recession, which makes it all the more important for you to make yourself stand out from other applicants, increasing your chances of landing that new job.  Of course work history and qualifications can be key, but those are only necessary to land an interview, after that whether you get the job or not is based solely on your ability to wow the interviewer.  Here are a few pointers you can take advantage of, to make yourself look like the perfect candidate every time.

- Firstly, dress appropriately.  I shouldn’t even have to mention this one, but some people undervalue the importance of looking well groomed and professional.  In other words, always leave the jeans and sneakers at home.

- Research, research, research.  Make sure you know the company you’re interviewing with as well as possible.  The in’s and out’s of what the company is about, how they function, and the goals they are working towards as specifically as possible.  The more information you know the easier that you can help conversation freely flow, which makes you look like a person interested and informed in the company to which you are applying.  That is always good.

- Ask real questions about the company and the position to outline your interest and willingness to get and excel at the job to which you are applying.   Don’t try to control the interview with your questions however, as that tactic fails about as often as it succeeds, but make yourself appear as interested as you are in the position.  Always do what you can to let the interviewer know that you want the job.

- Don’t be afraid to talk yourself up.  This is your interview, don’t waste your time by not making yourself look like the ideal candidate for the position to which you applied.  Go in confident, and outline the features you have that make you a fantastic candidate for the job, including your desire to do the job.  Stay away from suggesting you are the perfect candidate however, as this is more of a form statement made by too many people, and means nothing more than you are just trying to get a job.  Show real interest, it will make all the difference.

Of course there are many other factors that can determine how well an interview goes and your likelihood of getting a job after applying, but following those four steps is a fantastic start to helping you stand out from the rest of the applicants.

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Antivirus and Firewall software http://itlist.com/antivirus-and-firewall-software/ http://itlist.com/antivirus-and-firewall-software/#comments Wed, 31 Dec 2008 01:39:25 +0000 Tony http://itlist.com/?p=67 As more and more computers connect to the Internet, it becomes more lucrative for virus makers to keep on making programs that expose a victim’s data. The proliferation of viruses on the Windows platform have become cannon fodder for Windows detractors to further rub in the fact that Windows alone is not secure. So what can a common Windows user do to protect themselves from such attacks? The answer is to install an antivirus and firewall on your computer.

Installing a firewall and antivirus on your computer is essential for anyone whose computer is connected to the internet. Surely, even those who frequently transfer data from one computer to another should also consider getting at least an antivirus to make sure that their data are safe from attack. So what should one look for in an antivirus and firewall?

First of all, remember that a firewall is only necessary if you will be connecting to a network or to the internet. The main function of a firewall is to monitor or control the incoming and outgoing data on your computer. Essentially, it helps in blocking harmful connections from other computers to your computer. Take note that some malicious software or even hackers would be able to easily take control of your computer if it is not sufficiently protected from attack. This are usually done by injecting data or getting data from your computer through one of your computer’s ports. Ports can be compared to openings on your computer where a user with enough knowledge can send and retrieve data to and from your computer.A firewall is able to prevent attacks by blocking or closing down ports on your computer and also monitor those that are required for your computer to continue functioning correctly. Not all ports should be closed or blocked and your choice of firewall should be one which has the ability to determine which of these ports are dangerous and which can be safely used.

Antivirus programs on the other hand are programs that prevent your computer from getting viruses, or in the event that your computer does get infected by a virus, be able to remove the virus and either quarantine it or get rid of it permanently. Unlike firewall software though, an antivirus program is essential on any computer that transfers data through other means like through floppy disks, USB flash drives or even direct network connections to another computer. Viruses are designed not only to expose your data but are sometimes designed to modify or destroy the data completely. This could be very costly for people with valuable data stored on their computers indeed.

Windows XP and Windows Vista comes with their own built-in firewall but these firewall programs pale in comparison to third-party firewall programs that one can purchase or get for free from the internet. Some of the more popular firewall programs even have antivirus features included in their more advanced products.

ZoneAlarm is one of the most popular firewall programs which can be downloaded for free or for a fee for more advanced versions. The free version of ZoneAlarm only includes firewall protection without the antivirus features included in its paid versions.

On the flipside, most antivirus programs also feature firewall protection in their more advanced paid versions. When it comes to free antivirus, some of the leading programs include AVG, Avast, BitDefender and Avira AntiVir. As for paid antivirus programs, the popular ones include Norton, McAfee, and TrendMicro. Take note that for the paid versions of all these great antivirus products, firewall features are usually included already, thus there is no need to install a separate firewall anymore.

The biggest question for those who have decided to get an antivirus and firewall on their computer is which product should I get? All the antivirus and firewall programs mentioned earlier have their merits and corresponding weaknesses. Depending on your needs, you may not need an overly complex program to scan or protect your computer. It all boils down to usage and preference. Being a careful and responsible computer user can save you more often than having the best antivirus and firewall money can buy. If you stick to legitimate websites and careful with the files and programs you keep on your computer, even the most basic of firewall and antivirus software on your computer will suffice. Remember, when it comes to virus and hacker attacks, the best defense is good common sense.

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