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3 Ways to Scrap the Boring Water Cooler Talk for Something More Meaningful
Since you spend a significant amount of time at work, part of each day, most likely, is spent talking with coworkers around the water cooler. Having conversations promotes intellectual curiosity and encourages learning, feeling challenged and exploring the world....
End of Year Self Assessments
It’s the end of the calendar year and in addition to the self-assessment your organization may have asked you to do, it’s also a time when we take stock of our personal goals – what we’re proud of, what we’re glad we tried, what worked and what didn’t. The act of...
Five Soft Skills Every Data Scientist Needs to Be Successful
As a data scientist, you use your hard skills such as interpreting data, uncovering smart insights, and providing strategies in line with your findings. You also use your soft skills to share your knowledge with stakeholders in a way that’s easily understood. Since...
The Appropriate Way to Navigate Office Happy Hours
Deciding whether to join your team for office happy hours can be challenging. On the one hand, you may want to stay at the office for another hour and get more work done. On the other hand, you want to maintain credibility as the leader. Since you want to promote...
BANKW’s Alexander Provides Guidance on Recruiting in These Tough Times
New Hampshire Business Review's "Down to Business" podcast featuring our own Jason Alexander, Managing Partner, BANKW Staffing.About BANKW Staffing Through its portfolio companies, KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting, Alexander Technology Group, The Nagler Group,...
Three Questions to Ask Yourself Before Posting About the Holidays on Social Media
Like most people, you probably indulge in holiday celebrations and traditions with family and friends. You also might enjoy sharing your experiences with others on social media. Although those are meaningful things to do, keep in mind that oversharing about your...
How to Show Your Boss You’re Ready for More Responsibility
As an IT professional with a reputation for getting things done, you’re in a strong position to let your boss know you want to take on additional tasks. Whether you want to keep busy, sharpen your skills, or prepare for a promotion, taking on additional work...
8 Ways to Give Back to Your Tech Team This Holiday Season
During the holiday season, you want to give back to your tech team for their hard work and contributions leading to company success. Because your company couldn’t function without the dedication of your team, you need to show how much you appreciate their loyalty and...
How to Measure the Productivity of Your Remote Technology Workers
If your IT team is working remotely, you need to know they are productive. Because you do not see them at the office each day, you must find ways to check in regularly. Seeing how everyone is doing, answering questions, and providing support are necessary for your...