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Are You Losing Tech Talent with this Mistake?
It’s no secret that it’s a job seeker’s market out there. The national unemployment rate is dropping to levels so low that we haven’t seen them since 1969! Employers are getting so desperate to fill open roles they’re relaxing their standards. Some employers are no longer requiring formal higher education like a Bachelor’s degree, no…
Read MoreDo You Really Need to Wear a Suit for Tech Interviews?
Dress codes have been moving towards a more relaxed feel in all industries, but especially in IT, for a long time. IT recruiters have been working with employers who have a jeans and t-shirt dress codes for years. There’s just one problem with this trend: Technical recruiters find that often, candidates will assume they can…
Read MoreMobile Developers: Pick Up This Language in 2018!
In 2018, Android mobile development will be experiencing tremendous growth. If you want to hop on that train, and search for new development jobs in that particular area, here’s one language you might want to pick up: Kotlin. Never heard of it? (Or haven’t heard much about it?) Here’s why IT staffing firms think Kotlin…
Read MoreHow Employers Can Compete in 2018's Tech Job Seekers' Market
If your company is looking to hire new tech talent in 2018, you’ll need to get even more competitive. Per the New York Times, the labor market has gotten tighter with our overall unemployment rate at a 17-year low of 4.1%. Tech has an even lower unemployment rate at 2.9%. Add to these numbers the…
Read MoreWhat’s Big in Tech Hiring Right Now?
The goal of the hiring process is timeless, but there are definitely trends that come and go for interviewing and evaluating applicants. One of the more recent trends was the creative, Google-style question which seemed to cross between whimsy and the hardest brain teaser you’ve ever heard. Another trend (that should certainly die, but hasn’t…
Read More4 Questions for Tech Interviewers
Hiring for open IT jobs can be difficult. It can be difficult to write job descriptions which accurately ask for the candidate you need– especially when most tech projects are a moving target. Add to that the fact that there’s already a lack of qualified IT professionals in the US. This creates a strong job…
Read MoreThe Key to More IT Jobs in 2018
Do you plan to look for new IT jobs in 2018? If so, you should consider adding blockchain to your arsenal of technical skills. IT staffing firms are already seeing the need for blockchain ramp up, but it’s only going to grow in the coming year. Here’s a little more info about what blockchain is…
Read MoreWhy Some Employers Won’t Tell You Why You Didn’t Land the Job
For some candidates, the hardest part of searching for new IT jobs is not getting feedback when they don’t land the job. IT professionals are often pretty disappointed to hear nothing back after they apply for a job, after their IT recruiters submit them for a job, or after they interview. Here’s why you might…
Read MoreDon't Miss This Step When You Interview Candidates
Hiring managers are often nervous about giving feedback to job candidates. They’re concerned about getting stuck in long, protracted arguments with candidates about why they would be a good fit for a job. Or worse, managers afraid of getting sued by a rejected candidate. Instead of risking any unpleasant dealings with candidates, IT staffing firms…
Read MoreTips for Your Summer IT Job Hunt
Unlike some fields like Education or Retail, hiring trends in the Tech sector usually stay steady in the Summer. Because technology is vital to most business operations, and because innovation is necessary to a competitive business, Tech employees are indispensable. Replacing them or adding new ones often cannot wait until after Labor Day. Your job…
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