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Must-Ask Interview Questions for IT Consultants

June 30, 2017 in IT Candidates

 

Job interviews are stressful situations, and IT consulting interviews can be more stressful than others. You’re often sitting across the table from a team of interviewers who are judging you and taking notes on everything you say. Given the pressure, it’s easy to forget that interviews are actually two-way streets. It is just as important […]

 

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What Role Does Culture Play in Hiring?

June 23, 2017 in IT Clients

 

Organizational culture is more than just a buzzword. It is your company “personality,” and it can be the motivating factor that moves employees to succeed. Focusing on culture can have a big impact on the hiring process. When you’re trying to choose between highly qualified IT professionals, cultural alignment can often be the deciding factor […]

 

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Six Tips for Creating an Effective Online Brand

June 16, 2017 in Engineering Candidates

 

You’ve probably spent a long time polishing your resume to illustrate your experience as a professional engineer. Your resume is important, but it is not enough to attract attention and make a strong case to hiring managers. In today’s digital-driven world, you’ve got to have a strong online presence. Hiring managers will Google you before […]

 

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Evaluating Consulting Experience – What to Look For

June 9, 2017 in Engineering Clients

 

Companies rely on engineering consultants for a host of reasons. They may seek very specific expertise for a project; they may need to staff an out-of-state project with licensed professionals; they may need someone to step in and get a project in line and back on budget. Whatever your motivation for hiring engineering consultants, the […]

 

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Evaluating An Offer

May 26, 2017 in IT Candidates

 

Congratulations, you received the job offer! Before you accept, however, it is critical to evaluate that offer to make sure you know exactly what you’re getting into and whether or not the offer aligns with your expectations.  Here are the things to consider before you say yes. Get It In Writing First and foremost, the […]

 

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PEAK Technical Staffing USA Ranked Top Professional Recruiting Firm

May 23, 2017 in Press Releases

 

PEAK Technical Staffing Contact: PEAK 888-888-PEAK (7325) info@peaktechnical.com Pittsburgh, PA – May 23, 2017 – PEAK Technical Staffing USA was recently named one of America’s best professional recruiting firms by Forbes Magazine. Two hundred and fifty professional search firms were ranked in the recent survey (those placing professionals in jobs earning less than $100,000). PEAK […]

 

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Competing for Top Tech Talent

May 19, 2017 in IT Clients

 

The “traditional” means of filling open tech positions looks a little something like this: Post the job opening. Weed through the resumes and applications and pray your ideal candidate applies. If that’s the method your company uses to find tech talent, you’re probably losing out. There are myriad reasons why this model doesn’t yield positive […]

 

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3 Things Recruiters Want Job Seekers to Know

May 12, 2017 in Engineering Candidates

 

Engineering job seekers can often be unsure about how to work well with a recruiter, and there are many misconceptions floating around, especially online. A recruiter can be a strategic partner in your job search, so it’s important to know the facts. Here are three important things recruiters want job seekers to know. Recruiters Want […]

 

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Is Perfectionism Ruining Your Hiring Process?

May 5, 2017 in Engineering Clients

 

When you are searching for an engineering professional to fill an open position, it’s easy to get caught in the trap of focusing on finding the “perfect” candidate. Unfortunately, the odds of finding someone who checks off every single item on your wish list is quite slim. The hard truth is this: There is no […]

 

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The Future of Aerospace Engineering

April 28, 2017 in Engineering Candidates

 

Aerospace engineering is an exciting field. Engineers are tasked with designing aircraft, spacecraft, satellites and missiles, and they oversee testing to ensure their prototypes function properly. They work for both government and private entities, and earn an average of $107,830 nationally, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. So, where is the future […]

 

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