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 »
A True Recruiting Partner
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 »
Do You Enjoy Spontaneity? Consider Project Management.
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 »
How a Good Reputation Will Attract Quality Candidates
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 »
Business Wire: Blackstone Launches New Site for Its Blackstone Talent Division
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 »
Making a Difference in the Community at the 2019 AFCEA Cyberspace Symposium
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 »
Steps You Need to Take to Become a Scrum Master
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 »
Celebrating Women at the CWCC Top 25 Gala
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 »
Year Up: San Francisco Career Fair and Recruiter Panel
Our San Francisco team was given the opportunity to attend the Year Up: Bay Area Career Fair and Recruiter Panel on January 9th. Our team enjoyed talking with the Year Up Interns about our current open positions as well as their experiences in the Year Up program. Year Up’s mission is to close the Opportunity Divide… Read More »
Is Your Culture Attractive to Candidates?
Employers already know how much money is lost every time an employee leaves. The cost is higher now because it’s taking longer to find replacement employees in such a tight employment market. Why do employees leave? There are a host of reasons, but culture was identified as a big driver of employee turnover as far… Read More »