Career Advice
How to Find Flexibility Through Contract IT Work
If you ask many professionals, they’d say having flexibility at work is their number one priority. While many companies are increasingly making flextime policies part of their workplace culture, contract IT jobs tend to offer the most flexibility when it comes to scheduling, work-life balance and interim IT employment. If you’re considering a shift to…
Read MoreWait! Before You Accept That Counteroffer…
You’ve applied to the job. You aced the interview. You got a great offer and accepted it. When you told your current employer that you were taking another job, they didn’t just wish you good luck – they came back with a great counteroffer. Maybe it’s the promotion you had been angling for, perhaps it’s…
Read MoreAre You up to Date on the Latest IT Industry Trends?
If you’re actively searching for a new job, it’s important you’re informed about the latest trends and developments in the IT industry – not only for your own knowledge, but to make yourself a competitive candidate in the eyes of employers. Your ability to showcase yourself as a top candidate, especially in the IT field,…
Read MoreIntroverts Can Be Great Leaders
Do you consider yourself an introvert? If you are on the quieter side, you may have been led to think that you wouldn’t be a good leader. On the contrary, this couldn’t be further from the truth. Introverts have many qualities that make them a great fit for the right leadership positions in a wide…
Read MoreHaving Trouble Finding an IT Job? Network!
If you’re struggling to find an IT job in your area of expertise, it may be time to up your networking game! While traditional job search methods like online job boards and career fairs certainly have their place in the job hunt, the competitive marketplace has made it necessary for IT pros to get creative…
Read MoreHow to Gain Managerial Experience in IT
With the demand for top notch IT professionals growing by the year, it’s never been a better time to make a name for yourself in the IT industry. If your end goal is to become an IT manager, there are many steps you can take early in your career to set yourself up for a…
Read MoreIt’s Time to Spring Clean Your IT Resume – Where Should You Start?
Spring has sprung, but is your resume ready to go? If it’s been years since you’ve been on the IT job market, chances are you’re not in the loop about the latest and greatest resume practices. Spending even just a little time cleaning up your resume can have huge payoffs in attracting potential employers and…
Read MoreThree Signs You’re Ready for a New Job
Do you have a job that’s uninspiring, stunting or simply boring? If you’re feeling stagnant or discontent with your current job, it’s important to do some self-reflection and consider the reasons why you’re unhappy. After all, there’s nothing more limiting than staying in a position you don’t enjoy. As you do some reflection, here are…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Contract Work
As jobs become few and far between, many job seekers – especially those in IT – have increasingly turned to contract work to fill employment gaps and make themselves more marketable to hiring managers. There are many benefits of being a contract employee, many of which may have never crossed your mind throughout your job…
Read MoreLearning How to Say “No”
In the tech industry, there’s always something new to learn. The many advancements happening in the field demand that IT pros stay fully engaged in their professional development and continually learn from mentors and thought leaders in the industry. Because of the pressures to always grow and advance, many tech employees unfortunately overextend themselves in…
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