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IT professionals often focus on developing their technical skills as a means of advancing their careers. While hard skills are certainly a must, certain soft skills are also essential for success. If you are wondering which soft skills provide employers with the most value, potentially leading to more lucrative opportunities, here are a few that… Read more »
If you run a search on how to write a resume, the sheer volume of information available can be intimidating. Keeping all of the details straight is often challenging, and trying to keep up with every tip and trend nearly impossible. Luckily, there is a simple approach that can make the task of crafting a… Read more »
HART for Animals in Western MD held their first annual “Giving HART Society” party and appreciation dinner for their large donors. Since its inception, Nancy and The Squires Group have contributed over $700,000 to HART for Animals, an organization located in Deep Creek Lake – a resort community in Garrett County Maryland. In the beginning,… Read more »
In the world of IT, having the right certifications can have a significant impact on your career. Often, specific certs will be required to land particular roles. At times, having certain credentials can set you apart from other applicants. While earning certifications can take time and diligence, as well as a financial investment on your… Read more »
It’s no secret that IT talent is in short supply. Low unemployment and skill gaps plague companies across the country, harming strategic and business goals. However, some tech vacancies are harder to fill than others, particularly since competition for top-tier performers in specific areas is high. Professionals capable of working with cutting-edge technology are almost… Read more »
When you need to find the ideal candidate for your open position, conducting a phone screen is an excellent addition to the hiring process. It gives you the ability to assess whether the applicant is a potential fit for the role without the amount of time or energy required to schedule and conduct in-person interviews.… Read more »
Once a thing of science fiction, artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the business world in ways many only dreamed were possible. Now that the technology is making its journey into the accounting and finance sectors, industries that have largely remained unchanged are starting to shift AI has the potential to impact accounting and finance in… Read more »
When you want your IT projects to be successful, having a skilled business analyst on staff is a must. These professionals function as a bridge between your tech teams and the remainder of the company, assisting with analyzing processes, determining requirements, and delivering recommendations that are supported by hard data. Business analysts also play a… Read more »
As technology becomes ever more present in the workplace, IT has become increasingly complex to manage. Emerging technologies, security concerns and talent gaps create challenges for businesses in nearly every sector. Plus, the sheer volume of data, ranging from structured to unstructured, has made the world of analytics more cumbersome, particularly when the goal is… Read more »
There’s no doubt that AI is making waves in nearly every industry. From a recruiting perspective, many hoped that technology would make locating skilled candidates easier, or at least ease some of the burdens associated with screening job candidates. While AI is a powerful tool, it isn’t capable of solving all of recruiting’s problems today,… Read more »