Out of The Box Ways to Find Your Dream Job

When searching for work, you probably just update your résumé and post your availability on LinkedIn and similar websites. While this approach obviously makes sense, it might not provide the best chance at landing your dream job. In this scenario, using a creative or “out of the box” strategy just might find that perfect opportunity. […]

Can You Get a Job in Data Science Without a Degree?

The advent of eCommerce and social media continues to generate massive amounts of business data. Organizations successful in this modern economy leverage data science to glean actionable insights from all this information. It’s created a strong demand for data scientists with the skills and acumen to help companies gain an advantage. In short, data scientists […]

Haven’t Updated Your Résumé in a Few Years? Here’s Where to Start.

So you decided to look for a new position after many years in your current role. Of course, any job search requires a well-crafted résumé to attract the attention of hiring managers. If your current CV is out of date, an entire redesign is likely a smart idea. Remember, HR personnel likely see more than […]

What Technology Positions Can I Get With My Bachelor’s Degree?

Congratulations are in order! Your hard work in college paid off with a bachelor’s degree in a technology discipline. Now you are ready to enter the workforce and get your first real job that doesn’t involve fast food or retail. So, you are probably wondering what types of tech positions are available to recent college […]

Is Getting Too Comfortable in Your Job a Bad Thing?

Keeping your career trending upwards requires regular analysis of your current job role. In a fast-changing technology world, becoming complacent might result in you getting left behind. After all, being a great Flash developer holds little value in the current IT job market. A simple question remains: is it a bad thing to feel too […]

How to Ask an Old Professional Connection For a Reference

When searching for a new technology job, having a robust collection of references plays an essential role in earning a job offer. This approach gives you the option to choose a reference specifically for the open position you want. Maybe they served as your manager at a company using a similar technology stack as your […]

Increase Your Odds of Getting That Interview

Embarking on a technology job search requires a plan, focus, and persistent effort. If you want to earn an interview with a top company, simply emailing your résumé isn’t the best approach. In fact, tailoring your candidacy (résumé, cover letter, etc.) to the specific job in question gives you the best chance at a successful […]

Bring Your IT Job Search to an End… FAST!

Work with a staffing professional Use advanced filtering on job boards Be more selective in jobs you apply to Continuing to search during the interview process If you’re involved in a job search and are looking for the perfect position in information technology, you may find yourself getting frustrated with how long the process […]

Do More Than Just Say Thank You… It May Get You the Job

At the end of an interview, it is normal to thank the interviewer for their time. In fact, if you don’t, your lack of manners could be a black mark against you. While saying a simple thank you is customary, simply giving a verbal “Thanks” on your way out the door is not going to […]

Do You Really Want the Job? Show Them Why They Have to Hire You!

Finding a job in the technology field can be challenging, as there is a lot of competition. When you find a position that you think would be a perfect fit, the stakes are high. You want to get a great job to advance your career, do interesting work, and get your foot in the door […]