If your goal is to be an effective project manager, you need a specific combination of skills. While many professionals focus on the technical parts of the job, especially when the projects relate to IT, there are numerous other soft skills which are just as important, if not more so, to your overall success. Whether… Read more »
One of the few constants in the IT industry is change. Technology evolves at a shockingly rapid rate, often far faster than other sectors, making it crucial to keep your skills and knowledge up to date. This involves more than simply mastering a particular skill, as what you know now may become obsolete faster than… Read more »
Phone interviews are fairly common in today’s business world. They give hiring managers an opportunity to screen candidates without dedicating the amount of time normally required for an in-person meeting. But, that doesn’t mean you don’t need to be thoroughly prepared, as these initial conversations may determine whether you move forward in the process. To… Read more »
When you’re considering looking for a new accounting position, especially if you are in public accountanting, the time you decide to begin your search can actually have a substantial impact on your results. By choosing the right time of year, you may find that opportunities are more plentiful. Additionally, a shortage of qualified candidates can… Read more »
Technology is ever-evolving, making it hard for many accountants to decide which advances actually deserve their attention. Often, it feels like a new app or piece of software designed to make professional lives easier is making headlines every day, but tracking every new release just isn’t realistic. To help you sort through the noise, here… Read more »
There are many reasons to leave a job. Maybe you got a better offer from another company, need to move out of state, or simply dislike your current employer. Regardless of the reason, you’ve decided quitting is the right move, and now it’s on to the hard part: telling your manager. No matter what prompted… Read more »
Scoring an interview is exciting; it means your resume caught the hiring manager’s eye and they want to see if you’re the right person for the job. If you really want to be a stand-out candidate, it is time to do some research. By dedicating some time to learning more about the company, you gain… Read more »
When you’re looking for a new position, it’s unlikely you are only considering one position at one company. Most job seekers have at least a few opportunities they would be open to, and that means you need to customize your resume each time you apply. In the majority of cases, different jobs come with varying… Read more »
When it comes to employability, not all programming language skills are created equal. While most options have merit, and there is a plethora of choices professionals may pursue, most companies prioritize only a small percentage of what is available to be learned. By choosing some of the most in-demand languages, you may find it is… Read more »
Many IT job seekers assume that finding a new position is easy. With unemployment in certain specialties sitting near one percent, companies are struggling to find developers to fill their vacancies. However, just because job openings may be relatively plentiful, that doesn’t mean they’ll hire just anyone. Technical skills make up a lot of what… Read more »