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Salary negotiations are uncomfortable by nature. Often, hiring managers are looking to secure the best talent for the lowest price while candidates want to make sure they get every penny they are worth. This sense of opposition leaves many job seekers hesitant to push for a higher salary, fearing it will cost them the… Read more »
When reviewing candidates, most hiring managers put heavy emphasis on existing qualifications. This leads to decisions being made based on aspects of the job seeker’s history, such as their experience and education, as well as their skill set. While this approach can be effective, it doesn’t guarantee the right kind of employee was… Read more »
Creating a stellar resume is about more than what you need to include; it’s also about what needs to be left off. Some job seekers try to stretch the content of their resume to fill more space, resulting in fluff and filler that doesn’t provide any value. And in some cases, these extraneous details can… Read more »
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 »
This is one of our own employee’s favorite recipes. What a great way to spice up your chicken! Thanks for sharing Paul Noble. Ingredients * 4 – 6 Boneless Chicken thighs * 1 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter * 5 green cardamom pods lightly crushed * 1” cinnamon stick * 4 cloves * 1 small onion… 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 »