Author: chad

Four Benefits of Hiring Contractors

February 3, 2017 in Engineering Clients

 

When your team is under the gun to get a project done and you need to make sure you’ve got the best and brightest engineers on staff, you don’t always have to take on additional full-time employees. Engineering contractors have specialized experience you can tap into on a short-term basis to ensure your project runs […]

 

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Branding Yourself as an Experienced Professional

January 27, 2017 in IT Candidates

 

If you are an IT professional actively looking for new opportunities, ask yourself this question: Would you rather be branded a “job seeker” or an “experienced professional”? You, like most IT pros, probably chose the latter. If you want to find and land your dream job with your dream employer, you have to create the […]

 

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Are You Struggling With High Attrition Rates?

January 20, 2017 in IT Clients

 

We are operating in a tight IT talent market, and few organizations can afford to lose high-level employees. If you struggle with high attrition, you probably find yourself lagging behind your competitors in other areas, as well. Now is the time to stop struggling with turnover and start building and retaining a tech team that […]

 

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How to Get Noticed by Top Recruiting Professionals

January 13, 2017 in Engineering Candidates

 

A recruiter can be an effective tool in your engineering job search, instantly connecting you to opportunities that align with your talents and your career goals. The right recruiter can save you time and increase the chances you’ll land your dream job. However, if you want to reap the benefits of working with a top […]

 

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Preparing Your Team for the Addition of Contractors

January 6, 2017 in Engineering Clients

 

The strategic use of engineering contractors can help you achieve organizational goals. However, adding a new person to a team can be a challenge. Group dynamics shift any time a new employee is brought on board, but when that person is only there for a few months, it can be an even more difficult dynamic […]

 

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Should You Have a Career Mentor?

December 30, 2016 in IT Candidates

 

As a technical professional, how important is it to your career that you have a mentor? If you are accustomed to working independently it might not occur to you to enlist outside help. But you may be surprised what a mentor can do for your career. Consider these benefits of working with a mentor. Get […]

 

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10 Traits of Top Tech Consultants

December 23, 2016 in IT Clients

 

When you’re bringing on technical consultants, there are specific traits that set the top performers apart from average employees. Look for these specific skills and abilities to determine which candidates will bring the most to your organization. Consider these traits found among top performers. Results-oriented. In tech, it’s possible to endlessly tinker with a project […]

 

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Tailoring Your Experience for a Specific Opportunity

December 16, 2016 in Engineering Candidates

 

It’s no longer acceptable to have just one resume on file to send out whenever you learn of a new job opportunity. To succeed in today’s job market, you must tailor your resume and experience to specific job requirements. Hiring managers are not going to dig through your resume, drawing parallels between their needs and […]

 

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Qualities to Look for When Hiring Engineering Contractors

December 9, 2016 in Engineering Clients

 

Companies that contract engineers for help meeting project deadlines or to add specialized skills often find they spend far too long on the screening process. By focusing on these four qualities, you can improve your odds of choosing the best candidate quickly, freeing you to get on with your other responsibilities. Consider these must-have competencies: […]

 

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Want Amazing Job Opportunities Dropped in Your Lap? Connect With a Great Recruiter

November 25, 2016 in IT Candidates

 

The Wall Street Journal reported that up to 80 percent of jobs are NEVER advertised—either online or anywhere else. In fact, many employers looking to fill critical openings don’t turn to job boards, classified ads, or other “traditional” job advertising. Instead, they network, they seek referrals, and they partner with recruiting agencies that specialize in […]

 

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