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When you think of energy-efficient computing, do you think of the time it takes
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Companies must consider many factors including the demand for more computing
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factors. For example, to ensure energy efficiency, you should measure the amount
of power going into your data center vs. the amount of power that actually
reaches a particular server at any time. This requires a series of tools and
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It's my experience that a person can give a great interview and end up being a terrible employee. This happens in spite of that person interviewing several times with different employees — from potential colleagues to two managers above the position.
This process also involves checking on the person's references. Of course, we know few people would provide bad references to a potential employer. And some people are naturally good at talking to strangers, so they ace interviews.
Management has overlooked me for a promotion several times. I'm concerned it's a career kiss of death. I'm about five to eight years from retirement, so maybe I shouldn't care. I do my best to be a strong contributor and respectful of everyone and the company. Many of my colleagues are frustrated about the lack of promotions, too, and they're not all close to retirement.
Should we just stop wishing and keep our heads down? Or is there something we can do to help nudge us into a new position?
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