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Why You Should Consider Southern California for Your IT Career
Whether you’re a seasoned IT professional or just starting out, you already know that IT is in heavy demand across the country. So why would you choose Southern California as opposed to another part of the nation? Here are just a few things that set the area apart. The Weather Are you looking for a… Read more »
Build Your Career as a Software Engineer With These Tips
Today, software engineers are in high demand and unemployment in the field is around one percent. That’s great news for engineers because it means employers are pulling out all the stops to attract top talent. If you are a software engineer, however, don’t assume that employers will bang down your door or drop promotions into… Read more »
Have You Developed a Passive IT Job Seeker Strategy?
If you hire for IT roles, you’ve probably experienced the recruiting and hiring challenges that have plagued the industry for years (and that will continue for the foreseeable future). If you are relying on traditional, reactive recruiting where you wait for job seekers to come to you after you post an opening, recruiting will continue… Read more »
Should You Leave a Full-Time Job for Contract Work
What should you do if a recruiter offers you your dream job – but it’s only for a couple of months? Contract roles can be exciting and they can be a great way to accelerate your career, get out of a rut or simply try new things without making a full-time commitment. So, should you… Read more »
Your Guide to Onboarding New Engineers
A new employee’s first few days on the job will determine how they feel about working for you and how long they stay with your company. A poor (or nonexistent) onboarding experience will almost always lead to turnover within the first year. To set up new engineers for success, develop a strong onboarding process that… Read more »
The Future of Remote Work for IT Professionals
Remote work is becoming much more common in today’s connected world. Tech pros across the country are demanding more remote work options and are choosing remote jobs because of the flexibility they provide. On the employer side of the equation, remote work can actually be more effective. According to Gallup, employees who spent 60 to… Read more »
How to Save Time and Money on Your IT Hiring Process
Great IT employees are expensive to find, and bad hires significantly eat into the bottom line. The longer a search and the more misaligned the candidate, the more money your company wastes. Follow these strategies to save time and money on your IT hiring process without sacrificing quality. Build Better Job Descriptions Attracting qualified candidates… Read more »
Five Most In-Demand Skills for Mechanical Engineers
Mechanical engineers need to have exceptional technical skills in order to succeed. These skills are critical for a job that requires precision but they are not the only factors for success. Today, recruiters and hiring managers are looking for more than just math, computer and science acumen. Soft skills impact your ability to work well… Read more »
How to Recruit Strong Defense Engineers
There is a well-documented STEM talent shortage in the US and that shortage has impacted the defense industry. It has never been more challenging to source and recruit top engineering talent. Not only is the number of engineering graduates not matching the number of open jobs each year, but defense contractors and government agencies must… Read more »
Top 5 Growing Careers in IT
The tech sector has been one of the fastest-growing sectors for jobs over the last 20 years and it shows no signs of slowing in the future. So, which IT careers are growing the fastest and have the best long-term potential? If you are looking to grow your IT career, consider one of these hot… Read more »