While COVID-19 did lead to widespread layoffs in many industries, not all businesses had to shrink their workforces. For some organizations, hiring is even necessary, ensuring they can remain productive by cultivating a robust remote team. As a result, many companies had to adjust their hiring processes to ensure they could be completed online. This… Read more »
ANNAPOLIS, MD, August 11, 2020 – The Squires Group, Inc. (TSGi) announced it has been named to the Baltimore Business Journal’s (BBJ) 50 Largest Women-Owned Businesses List. BBJ publishes this list on an annual basis, and the ranking is based on the number of employees in the Baltimore area. TSGi was ranked #14 on the… Read more »
While the current hiring landscape is largely uncertain, specific skills have remained in demand during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many companies are relying heavily on their technology, particularly as they transitioned their workforces into remote ones. Companies are still working to maintain legacy code and create new software solutions and apps. As a result, professionals with… Read more »
As states continue to reopen, many offices are going to begin welcoming employees back to the workplace. Whether team members will be on-site full-time or be returning on a part-time basis, finding ways to keep the office safe is necessary. After all, the COVID-19 threat isn’t completely gone, so you can’t return to all of… Read more »
Many technologists spent most of their careers working in an office environment. However, once the COVID-19 pandemic made working from home the only option, many were forced to start telecommuting unexpectedly. While the paradigm shift did create some challenges, many technologists discovered that they prefer the remote work approach. If you are wondering why many… Read more »
When you interview for a new job, you usually have an opportunity to ask the hiring manager a few questions. While most professionals focus on areas like the company’s culture and what they need to know to thrive in the role, the COVID-19 pandemic has made some other questions increasingly relevant. If you have a… Read more »
When the COVID-19 pandemic began resulting in stay-at-home orders, companies had to act quickly. They often had to shore up their IT infrastructures, embrace new solutions, and quickly create mechanisms that allowed their employees to work remotely. The gravity and suddenness of the situation left little room for planning. However, now that it’s been several… Read more »
Everyone knows that one of the only constants in the world of tech is change. New technologies emerge regularly, and trends shake up operations from coast to coast every year. When you aren’t aware of what’s on the horizon, a single disruptor could hinder your operations. As a result, remaining informed is essential. If you… Read more »
One estimate suggests that the cost of data breaches will rise to over $5 trillion by 2024. That’s a 70 percent increase over 2019 levels, which came in at $3 trillion. With the damage cybercriminals can cause increasing, and their tactics continuously evolving, companies need to do whatever it takes to reduce their risk, protect… Read more »
When you want to impress a hiring manager, LinkedIn recommendations can make a difference. Plus, they can be incredibly beneficial for network-building, allowing you to forge stronger connections with other professionals. However, you can only experience these benefits if you get AND give recommendations appropriately. If you want to make the most of LinkedIn recommendations,… Read more »