Who is AVID?
Keywords, the main ingredient to being found
In the IT staffing, there are keywords that are specific to a certain job position. Each one varies and allows them to find the appropriate candidates. Some keywords for example would be ‘Java’ or ‘.NET’. When IT recruiters go on websites such as Career Builder and Monster, they type in keywords (such as skill sets)…
Read MoreWhich will prevail in the end: Phone Interview vs. Video Chatting
Over the last few years there has been a lot of development in video chatting. More companies are rolling out programs that will allow you to call friends through your computer and see each other’s faces. This concept has also been applied to many conferences within businesses as well. So why has it never filtered…
Read MoreHow to approach phone interviews
IT recruiters understand that hiring managers are typically very busy and do not want to commit to a face-to-face interview unless he or she knows the candidate is a solid prospective candidate. Especially in the information technology industry, where resumes often list a plethora of technologies, it typically takes some digging to find out if…
Read MoreHealthcare IT Opportunities
A recent article in the Boston Business Journal discussed the high demand for IT products and IT services in the healthcare industry. IT contractor hiring needs will subsequently open up, as clients will need healthcare IT specialists to implement and train on the new technologies. Many doctors have been waiting on the new federal regulations…
Read MoreHow to market yourself during an IT Job interview
IT recruiters are constantly selling positions to prospective candidates. Each IT recruiter knows that their job needs to appeal to what the prospective candidate is looking for, so they “sell” the opportunity (while obviously keeping the candidate’s best interests first). Candidates should do the same in return. Recently, we asked a handful of IT recruiters…
Read MoreDon’t Be Afraid To Fail – Just Learn From It
I found myself at a crossroads just over 7 years ago. I wasn’t happy with my current employer (one of the leading IT recruiting firms); yet I knew I could succeed in the IT staffing industry. Therefore, I gave my notice and started my own IT recruiting agency called AVID Technical Resources. Whether you’re starting your own IT…
Read MoreTop Interview Questions
IT recruiting firms are constantly screening candidates to make sure they are up to par with our clients’ qualifications. We understand that clients are looking for the perfect candidates to fill their IT jobs. Therefore, to help prepare our candidates for their respective interviews, our IT recruiters have compiled a list of questions that our…
Read MoreNetworking & Remaining Organized
IT staffing is a very fast paced industry. IT recruiters meet and speak with prospective candidates everyday. They tell you about their family, work, and sometimes their hobbies. Business cards and phone numbers are constantly given out. In addition, there are always new companies and technologies that IT recruiters need to keep up with in…
Read MoreA day in the Life of an IT recruiter
The IT staffing is a very fast-paced, sometimes hectic industry. IT recruiters are speaking to hundreds of prospective candidates each week. Even the very best IT recruiters can find it challenging to ensure they keep all of their candidates organized and within reach. Additionally, in the IT recruiting world, clients typically needed IT contractors “yesterday.” …
Read MoreCould IT Contractor Pay Rates Finally be Increasing?
Over the past couple of years, client companies have limited overtime, reduced the number of hours an IT consultant can work in a week, and even rolled out pay cuts. IT staffing firm bill rates are down; therefore IT contractor pay rates have been lowered as well. All of which are a result of the…
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