In 2019 and early 2020, articles about remote work were still in the ‘what if’ phase. Back then, 55% of businesses worldwide allowed for remote work in some shape or form — and only 4.7 million people were already working at home. If you find yourself leading from a distance, or are looking for a […]
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You walked out of the interview feeling optimistic but naturally hesitant. What happens next? The anxiety of waiting by the phone (or constantly thinking you feel it vibrate in your pocket) is part of the interview process. However, you don’t need to sit and wait for the phone to ring for weeks on end. A […]
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Whether you’re employed or looking to get back in the game, the current job landscape is full of uncertainty. Everything from where to how we work has been impacted by the last six months. But the uncertainty doesn’t mean that it’s not a good time to relaunch your career. Here are a few tips for […]
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The IT industry wants technical skills and in-demand certifications. What candidates often forget, however, is the bonus presented by soft skills. Soft skills previously took a back seat to your professional expertise, especially if you offered a particularly hard-to-find qualification. Today, they’re not the core skills that get you hired. What are the most useful […]
Categories: Job Search Tips & Tricks
You got the promotion. It comes with new responsibilities and new benefits. However, it also comes with a unique challenge. As the victor, you now need to navigate a new landscape of leading your coworkers, including a few who wanted the job you got. The transition from peer to leader all depends on your first […]
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Many hiring managers think they know the value temp workers provide. Some believe that temps are a thing of the past. In reality, temp workers are a core part of the U.S. workforce that may even be underutilized. Temp workers offer valuable skills, almost on-demand, and they do so without slowing down your business. The story of temp […]
Categories: Hiring Advice
As a business owner, you know that when you hire is as important as who you are. Adding a new employee too early or too late could derail even your best-laid plans. How do you know when it’s time to take the leap and put out the ad? These are the three signs it’s time to find […]
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There’s one big job interview error that almost everyone makes. Do you know what it is? It’s not talking too much or too little. The mistake has nothing to do with what you wear. No, one of the most pervasive misconceptions about job interviews is that the interviewer asks all the questions. On the contrary, […]
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Have you seen a lot of software developer roles open up lately? We’re not surprised. The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the economy to add 284,100 software developer jobs between 2018 and 2028, making it one of the fastest-growing jobs available. This month, we’d like to put a spotlight on software developers the backbones of […]
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You’ve been on the hunt for the right person to fill a desperately needed role for months or even a year. Is the right person out there? If they are, why haven’t you found them yet? When you can’t find your next hire, you may wonder what to do next. Should you settle for someone […]
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