There was once a time when having and using a LinkedIn account was optional for the job seeker. But that time has most certainly passed. Just consider the fact that a 2014 survey of recruiters revealed that 93 percent use or plan to use social media to find candidates, and that LinkedIn is the preferred… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Career Advice
Finding the Right Work-Life Balance in the Tech Industry
It’s not at all uncommon for IT professionals to work 60+ hours a week, to log time at night or over the weekends, and to constantly be on call if something goes wrong. Those kind of demands make it hard to achieve a manageable work-life balance, often leading to burnout and rash career decisions. Luckily,… Read more »
Standing Out as a Top IT Candidate
Right now the IT field across industries is plagued by a skills gap and a lack of qualified talent. For that reason, top performers are being offered eye-popping salaries, expansive benefits packages, unique perks, and lots of workplace flexibility. Companies are so invested in recruiting and retaining this upper-echelon talent that they are willing to… Read more »
Tech to Exec
Making a Successful Transition What happens when a star technical staffer is suddenly promoted to management? Typically, expectations run high. A sense of excitement develops in the department. Senior management eagerly anticipates the results their new star will produce. And then reality hits… Most newly minted managers find the transition from technician to manager to… Read more »
Common Job Interview Questions…
…for IT and Technical Professionals Whether preparing to evaluate job candidates, or getting ready for an upcoming job interview yourself, this list of top interview questions will help you prepare: Question 1: Describe a recent project where you were responsible for managing multiple people or teams. What were some of the key challenges and how… Read more »