When it comes to hiring top talent, companies often have to step outside their comfort zone to attract the best candidates for their open positions. One of the benefits making headway in organizations of all sizes is the ability to work remotely. Whether it is an occasional option for otherwise traditional employment arrangements or a… Read more »
Not every city has the same level of opportunities for IT professionals. So, when you seem to run out of reasonable options, it is only natural to consider whether relocating for a new tech job is the right move. Finding a new position when you don’t live in the target area is challenging enough, but… Read more »
Being able to use one’s own judgment to solve problems and make decisions is critical in the IT field. Having to take the time to explain every detail of situations as they occur isn’t ideal in a fast-paced environment, and can cripple other team members who are working on joint projects. So, how do you… Read more »
Every interviewer you encounter has a different personality, and their individual traits often influence how they interview and assess job candidates. The trickiest part of this is you don’t know which kind of interviewer you will encounter until you are in the room with them. That means you can’t always prepare ahead of time to… Read more »
Many tech pros feel fairly well equipped to manage a traditional job interview; you simply take the time to research the company, practice a few answers and take a deep breath. However, preparing for a technical interview can feel like an entirely different monster. Often, it is hard to predict what is going to be… Read more »
Many job seekers focus on their hard skills on their resumes and during their interviews. While having the technical know-how required to manage work duties is important, there is much more that goes into being a great candidate than your task-oriented abilities. Soft skills can actually help set you apart from the crowd and may… Read more »
Every business operating has a particular culture regardless of its size. It is a reflection of the company’s values, attitudes and priorities based on the actions of its employees and leadership. Additionally, the physical environment is also considered part of the larger equation. And cumulatively, the culture can be seen as a positive or a… Read more »
So, you’ve landed the interview and taken some time to review advice about answering every question from the commonplace to the outrageous. But how much have you learned about what not to say? Sometimes, even a single serious faux pas can mean the difference between landing a position and having your resume quickly shuffled into… Read more »
Some job seekers see providing references as a formality; choosing to list the same handful of people for every position. However, your references can actually be your strongest advocates during the job hunting process. That means it is wise to actually give the question of who your references should be some serious thought. Hiring managers… Read more »
Telephone interviews are a common part of the hiring process for many companies, regardless of their size. It serves as a precursor to help narrow a larger field of qualified candidates into a smaller, more manageable group, or it can simply increase hiring efficiency. While much of the preparation for a telephone interview is the… Read more »