Posts Tagged ‘IT staffing firms’
Tips for Asking 'Creative' Questions in a Job Interview
‘Wacky’ questions have been a trend for a while in job interviews—especially in the tech field. IT recruiting firms find that many candidates have had at least an interview or two where they’ve been asked what color crayon they would be, or how many light bulbs there are in Disney World. While these questions can…
Read MoreWhat Does it Mean if My Interviewer Was Disengaged?
When you go to interviews for IT jobs, you’re likely to be engaged in the process. You may even be anxious and hyper-focused. Sometimes IT recruiters find that hiring managers can actually be disengaged or appear completely disinterested in the process. Does this mean you didn’t land the job? Not necessarily. IT staffing firms find…
Read MoreCommon Questions (and Answers) about References
IT staffing firms find that references can be one of the last things on a candidate’s mind. Maybe it’s because they’re so far along in the job search process. Or, maybe it’s because they seem to require the least amount of work. References just need to be called. Resumes need to be written and polished,…
Read MoreIs This the Reason You aren't Landing Tech Jobs?
Have you ever not landed the tech jobs that you interviewed for? Did you have all the relevant skills and experience, but your IT recruiters said the manager decided to pass on you? Here’s one big reason you might be missing out on jobs: You’re not showing enough passion. IT staffing firms hear all the time…
Read MoreTips for Employers on Hiring New Grads
Many employers in the tech space (or companies outside of the tech space that employ IT professionals) eagerly anticipate June and May every year because it’s the best time hire new grads. New grads can bring a lot to a team. They have fresh energy, new ideas, and may have exposure to some of the newest technologies. …
Read MoreHave Gaps on Your Technical Resume? How to Handle Them
People in most fields are uncomfortable with gaps in their resumes. IT recruiting firms find that if you can handle them correctly, though, these won’t hurt your chances of landing IT jobs. Here are some of the basics that IT recruiters think you should know about gaps on technical resumes. 1. Small gaps are not a problem.…
Read MoreRunning Late to Job Interviews – Everything You Need to Know
Is it ever ok to run late to interviews? IT recruiters find that the answer here is no, but there are a few notable exceptions. First, if there’s a serious family or personal emergency, that’s pretty understandable. Just call your technical recruiters and let them know what’s happening as soon as possible. Giving as much…
Read MoreWhy You Shouldn't Apply to a Company or Job Twice
Sometimes IT recruiters find that candidates may apply more than once to a company. They might do this because they forget they’ve already applied, because they want to show they’re very interested in the role, or maybe they just really want to work at that company. Whichever the case, technical recruiters find this doesn’t usually…
Read MoreTips for Employers on Glassdoor, Indeed, Vault, etc.
By now, most employers are at least aware that they have a presence on Glassdoor, Indeed, Vault, and other employer review sites. Many actually take the time to cultivate their spots on these sites, too. These companies find that it’s absolutely worth it to take time to add pictures, text about the company and its…
Read MoreWhy Tech Professionals Shouldn’t Leave Scathing Employer Reviews
There are very few people who have never have a bad boss, a job that’s a terrible fit, or a job that generally makes them unhappy. Having tough moments in your career is actually helpful—it shows you what you want and don’t want in future jobs, bosses, employers, etc. With the advent of Glassdoor and…
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