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Gaining More Flexibility with Contract IT Work

July 26, 2019 in IT Candidates

 

Few fields are as demanding and stressful as information technology. The hours are long, the work is unpredictable and burnout is a common problem. However, there is a way to achieve more freedom and flexibility in a demanding field like IT without taking a step backward, taking a cut in pay or sacrificing benefits. If […]

 

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How to Deal with the Impending IT Retirement Boom

July 19, 2019 in IT Clients

 

It has been hard to escape media attention on the mass retirement of Baby Boomers from the workforce. However, despite the alarms that have been going off for well over a decade, many employers have not taken the steps to prepare their companies for the impact. Is your company ready to deal with the impending […]

 

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What Projects Are in Demand of Aerospace Engineers?

July 12, 2019 in Engineering Candidates

 

Aerospace engineers are in high demand across the country but these STEM professionals do more than just work on rockets. There are a wide variety of professional paths from government work to education to research and more that allow aerospace engineers to innovate, improve technology and drive us into the future. Project and Career Diversity […]

 

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Interview Questions That Will Challenge Your Engineering Candidates

July 5, 2019 in Engineering Clients

 

When interviewing engineering candidates, it’s natural to focus on the person’s area of expertise, but it is important to ask a variety of questions that include technical acumen as well as interpersonal skills, teamwork, values, etc., that tie into both performance and cultural alignment. Here are some interview questions you should include that will challenge […]

 

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Preparing for the Remote IT Workforce

June 21, 2019 in IT Clients

 

Businesses across the country are embracing remote work options in record numbers. In the last five years alone, remote work has increased nearly 40% in the United States. Tech teams that transition to remote work options find that they are able to recruit better talent, boost engagement and retain employees for longer. However, moving to […]

 

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The Best States for Civil Engineers to Work

June 14, 2019 in Engineering Candidates

 

America was built by civil engineers. Roads, bridges, airports, buildings, sewer systems – all of these critical infrastructure projects and more are only possible because of the work of civil engineers. While civil engineers are needed in every city in the country, there are some markets that offer much more opportunity than others. Here are […]

 

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Trends for Women in Tech Careers

May 31, 2019 in IT Candidates

 

This past Women’s History Month, big tech companies loudly and proudly touted their support for women. Google partnered with UN Women to share stories of women’s rights activists around the world. Facebook hosted an event focused on notable women in tech, and Twitter asked influencers to share stories of inspirational women. Those gestures were welcome, […]

 

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Help Your Tech Team Unplug and Achieve Work-Life Balance

May 24, 2019 in IT Clients

 

Tech pros often suffer from burnout. IT jobs are stressful, most tech teams are stretched beyond their limits and IT pros rarely work a standard nine-to-five schedule. It is extremely important to help tech pros achieve better work-life balance so they can manage stress and prevent the burnout that so often leads to turnover. Why […]

 

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