Technology is a tool that can help or hinder our workforce. Its impact on workflows has been to streamline efficiencies in new ways and improve productivity. But the World Economic Forum (WEF) suggests that global productivity is declining. So which is it? Is technology helping or hindering human productivity? Technology is Disruptive—but is that Bad?… Read More »
It’s common to read about the concept of the brand as it relates to marketing a product or service. But a brand can also relate to an organization or employer, particularly when recruiting for new positions in the company. In competitive hiring markets, your employer brand may be what separates you from other firms looking… Read More »
Sure, it’s who you know, but it’s also who knows you. Today, having a robust network of work colleagues, friends and professional connections can mean the difference between a long job hunt and an easy referral to a new position. Professional networks have opened a lot of doors for a lot of people over the… Read More »
According to all the statistics we’ve seen, about 70% of your workers are disengaged. Their demotivation and lack of enthusiasm for their jobs is costing you big money; Inc. says companies are losing $450 to $550 billion annually on employees that simply aren’t motivated. But today’s teams are highly diverse, so what motivates one employee… Read More »
Big data is big business and professionals that have skills in this field are expected to do well in the coming years. Job projections show a 12% growth through 2024, which is about double any other job. If this interests you (and it should), take a look at some of the most in-demand roles in… Read More »
If you’ve worked with a recruiting company in the past, you’re in good company. The American Staffing Association (ASA) says these firms hire nearly 17 million contract and temporary employees each year. If you’ve never worked with a recruiter, you may not know there are different types of candidate staffing firms as well as contractual… Read More »
For employers searching for project managers, it’s important to share one thing up front; the PM role requires both technical skills that can be taught and intangible skills that cannot. Technical training does not necessarily train the project manager in how to manage the nuances of a client or end-user relationship. It also doesn’t teach… Read More »
Having the right mix of technical skills for a new job is important. But equally important is the level of soft skills you bring to the table. Soft skills are the interpersonal abilities you use to get along with others, along with emotional intelligence to handle job stresses and the general attitude that help you… Read More »
It’s hard to know if you’ve picked the right candidate for the job. All the behavioral questions, interviewing and personality or skills testing will not give you exactly what you need to make the decision to hire, or keep looking. At some point, there is an element of “gut feel” to every new hire. Here… Read More »
If you don’t work in IT, this blog post may seem like an oxymoron. The idea that a programmer in software engineering or a security consultant in information technology needs creative skills probably feels counterintuitive. But technology professionals need to be highly creative and use that energy and experience in a number of ways to… Read More »