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Browse thoughtful views and opinions about staffing and business topics from our perspective.
Happiness at Work
We spend more of our waking hours at our jobs than doing any one other thing. So being happy at work matters - a lot. And what makes us happy at work is in our control. The results of a recent CareerBliss survey of ‘happiest’ jobs may surprise you. Database...
Helpless vs. Resourceful
Over the last several years of hiring people for our company we have tried to come up with some profile or some marker to look for how to determine who has a better chance of success. We have used traditional hiring methods, behavior analysis, evaluations and multiple...
Terrible Job, Great Career
One of the first things I ask candidates is, “Do you want a job, or do you want a career? Because this can be a terrible job, but a great career.” There’s no right or wrong answer to the question. But the paths are considerably different and it’s important to know...
The In-Demand IT Skills Right Now
Knowing what IT hiring managers are looking for aids in your job search. Understanding what the in-demand skills are shows you what to focus on during an interview. Although the IT industry changes quickly with new developments, these skills provide a foundation to...
The War for Talent…
If you're in a hiring position then you have likely realized that the war for talent has been fully waged. Whether you are the winner or loser of this war is probably yet to be seen but before gearing up for a full scale battle, it's critical to understand the value...
Ditching the Work-Life Balance
One of the things that people ask me about the most when we’re talking about potential work is how much work-life balance different jobs afford. I understand the question, but I hate the term “work-life balance”. While it’s meant to make sure that our lives aren’t...
Imposter Syndrome
“Oh no, is now when people are going to find me out?” You’re not the only one who wonders. The feeling that you’re going to be ‘found out’, that someday people will realize you’re a fraud, that you’re not as smart or deserving as people might think you are, is a...
Hiring The Best Athlete not The Best Resume
We’ve all done it, interviewed the person that everyone in the room loved. Your gut told you she was a great fit, but she was too entry level, came out of a different industry, or didn’t have one of the skills listed in the job description. So you didn’t hire her and...
Showcasing Software Developer Experience on a Resume with These 3 Tips
As a software engineer, your skills are in high demand. A significant number of employers need your talents at any given time. To take advantage of these opportunities, you need to prepare a resume. This highlights the knowledge, accomplishments, and awards you...