Hey—Don’t hire me!

Not the message you want to be sending to employers when you are shopping the IT job market.  Unfortunately, some candidates are unaware of their eye-popping mistakes.  Ignorance may seem bliss, but unemployment is not.  Here are some red flags IT recruiters use to screen candidates: –          Poor Grammar and Typos Neglecting to spell check…

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Never Burn a Bridge- Leaving in a Tasteful Manner

Looking for new opportunities, tired of the same routine, or seeking better benefits… you know when your time is up at an IT job, on to the next one right?  Sure, but never leave a position empty handed.  Always have recommendations in hand and leave on good terms. Give Notice—and Feedback Never drop a bombshell…

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How Most IT Recruiting Offices are Set Up

All of the IT recruiting companies Boston that I have worked for, and all of the IT staffing offices that I’ve been in, have all been set up the same way.  First, there is a general “pit” in the middle of the office.  This is where the IT recruiters Boston will sit.  The openness allows…

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IT Experiences vs. IT Certifications

The question our IT recruiters often get from prospective candidates is whether it’s better to have the technical experience or IT certifications.  While there is no black and white answer, the truth is that it all depends upon the client (and more specifically the IT manager him or herself). Having said that, from this technical…

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How To Find The IT Recruiting Job That is Right For You

There are so numerous IT recruiting  jobs out there.  The problem for many IT recruiters is that they may not know they’re value or level of experience in comparison to other technical recruiters.  Therefore, here are a few ways to navigate the IT recruitment industry and find the right job for you. Try taking on new projects within your…

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Respect In The IT Recruiting Industry

Like in any other industry, respect is extremely important in IT staffing. All prospective candidates should be treated with respect.  In return, all IT recruiters should be treated with the same.   Having said that, respect should be earned and not taken for granted. First and foremost, you must present yourself as a reputable technical recruiter. …

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Checklist of Preparation Tips before an IT job interview

Job seekers put in countless hours applying for IT jobs and contacting IT recruiters.  High activity typically translates into multiple interviews.  The focus then becomes the face to face meeting with the client company. First, take a close read through our Interview Tips.  Always remember that you never get a second chance to make a…

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What Salary Should You Ask For As An IT Recruiter

The big question that many prospective IT recruiters are faced with after their final interview with an IT staffing company is what salary should they demand.  Since the key to most IT recruiting companies is their commission plans, the appropriate salaries can vary.  Therefore, technical recruiters must take a number of factors into consideration: Commission…

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