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Many professionals struggle to estimate their worth. It’s hard to objectively assess one’s capabilities, even if you’ve previously received clear feedback from managers or colleagues you trust. Plus, many people have a habit of focusing on their own shortcomings, causing them to underestimate their worth. When you want to level up your career, you don’t… Read more »
Whether you’re a recent college graduate or simply taking your initial steps into the workforce, making a great impression at your first job is essential. It helps you set the tone for your career and gives you access to more opportunities. In the end, new employees who shine often get the chance to participate in… Read more »
When it comes to improving productivity, automation is a powerful tool. It can streamline operations and facilitate more consistent results. Plus, it can give your employees more time to focus on activities that genuinely require the human touch, freeing them from repetitive tasks with consistent executions and little need for human insights. Precisely how automation… Read more »
While remote work isn’t necessarily new, the number of remote tech positions grew substantially during the pandemic. Many companies learned the virtues of work-from-home arrangements. Along with boosting productivity, remote jobs can make recruitment more manageable, giving them access to more professionals. Many tech pros also prefer remote opportunities. Working from home can help support… Read more »
When you want to take your tech career to the next level, options like furthering your education or acquiring certifications are classic approaches. However, they aren’t the only path worth exploring. By harnessing the potential of industry groups and clubs, you can also find ways to boost your professional capabilities and advance. If you’re wondering… Read more »
ANNAPOLIS, MD, December 6, 2021 – The Squires Group, Inc. (TSGi) announced today that they have made the coveted Washington Business Journal’s (WBJ) Top Temporary Staffing Companies List based on the 2020 revenue in the Washington Metro Area. This is the fifth time TSGi has been named to the WBJ’s Top Temporary Staffing Companies List.… Read more »
Demand for various tech skills tends to shift over time. The must-have capability of yesteryear can soon become irrelevant due to emerging technologies or changes in employers’ priorities. However, one tech skill, in particular, has stood the test of time. It’s as relevant today as in years past, making it a wise addition to any… Read more »
Networking has long been a critical part of career success. However, in today’s remote-first world, connecting with professionals who could potentially help you advance isn’t as simple as it was previously. While conferences and similar in-person events are returning, they are always as accessible as they were pre-pandemic. Additionally, even engagements with other employees aren’t… Read more »
While practically all technologists start their careers as individual contributors, most hope to transition into management in time. Often, successfully moving in that direction requires more than strong technical capabilities. After all, once you start leading others, you’ll spend less time handling daily tasks and more time guiding teams or departments. As a result, your… Read more »
Today, DevOps engineers are increasingly common within tech teams and company hierarchies. While that clarifies that those specializing in DevOps can find opportunities with greater ease, it isn’t always easy to see how that could impact other technologists. Many tech professionals are trying to figure out if they’ll need DevOps skills to stay ahead in… Read more »