Old school developers who can work quietly in their coding cubicle and then trot out periodically with some Python or even Cobol script are a dying breed. That’s because the 2019 software developer must have client-facing soft skills to solve end-user problems and launch products. Soft skills are the ones that enable a developer to… Read More »
The current job market is nerve-wracking for everyone except candidates. Low unemployment has made for an intensely competitive market, particularly in the technology sector. That means employers need to be increasingly creative in their approach to recruiting and making the offer. Today, time is of the essence. By the time you’ve made it through the… Read More »
Agile is a methodology developed for complex technology projects. But today, the Agile method is being used in all kinds of business settings, from startups to enterprises. Project managers frequently use Agile to coordinate dispersed teams for collaboration as it is a framework that lends itself well to collaboration between cross-functional teams. For the project… Read More »
Companies are seeking new ways to find more talent these days. That’s because the unemployment rate is the lowest it’s been in 40 years and there is a shortage of qualified employees due to an increase in hiring. In fact, 40% of global employers report talent shortages. The state of the current employment market is why more… Read More »
Spontaneity for a project manager means you come to work with a to-do list and by 9:15 a.m. it’s thrown out the window. The best project managers bring the ability to adapt to a project’s spontaneously erupting challenges while handling them gracefully and with aplomb. If this sounds fun to you, consider the world of… Read More »
In our social-media-driven society, your company’s reputation can be damaged with one mouse click. This is especially concerning in today’s low unemployment market where virtually everyone that wants a job can find one. In an environment where it’s even harder than usual to find good talent, a bad company reputation will make it more difficult… Read More »
SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Blackstone Technology Group, a digital IT services and solutions firm, is pleased to announce the launch of a new website for its talent sourcing division. Blackstone Talent Group is a division of Blackstone specializing in providing clients the best talent in the industry, serving commercial, government and non-profit clients across the U.S. Blackstone… Read More »
A group of our Colorado Springs team members had the opportunity to volunteer for the 2019 AFCEA Cyberspace Symposium. The theme for this year’s event was “Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence”. The Symposium created a platform for industry and government workers to simultaneously solve the challenges of Cybersecurity, National Defense, and community cyber readiness. We heard… Read More »
Agile is a methodology for organizing large projects, particularly in the technology field. TechTarget points out that an agile project embodies flexibility and innovation while applying “a level of pragmatism into the delivery of a finished project.” Agile is particularly suited for software development, where many small pieces come together to create one digital product.… Read More »
Blackstone Talent Group was in full force to celebrate this year’s Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce (CWCC) Top 25 event. The event honors the Top 25 most powerful women in business in our Colorado communities. The Top 25 event not only celebrates each of the winner’s professional achievements, but also celebrates their personal journeys and… Read More »