The technical job market is continuing to do very well—and we find that many of our candidates are receiving more than one offer. I thought it helpful to pull together a checklist of things to consider when choosing between two…
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Spotting a Good Technical Recruiter
For those unfamiliar with how recruiters get compensated, it should come as no surprise that their fee is paid by the hiring company. This is their compensation for assisting in finding a qualified candidate. So, technically, recruiters work for the…
Direct-Hire vs. Contract-To-Hire
If you think about it, in any state that has passed at-will and right to work laws, a company can fire an employee at any time for any reason. So why the profusion of contract-to-hire job offerings lately? Why not…
Independent Contracting
Does it make sense for you to consider moving from a salaried position to the contracting lifestyle? I had to answer this question for myself many years ago…
The I/T Career Path
I don’t know about you, but I myself would be bored stiff if I had to do the same thing day after day, week after week…
The Recession-proof Career
For many, their understanding of the recession is a deeply personal view of the effect it had on one company—the one where they work(ed)…
The 10,000-Hour Rule
A good friend recently referred Malcolm Gladwell’s Outliers to me. The theme of this book…
Did You Know That You’re in a High Demand Profession?
Over and over I’m seeing press about the increasing demand for software developers, data analysts and IT professionals…
All Hail the IT Consultant!
Ok, it’s time for me to share a little. For the record, all my sharing will be of a professional nature so don’t get too excited.
Get Certified & Get Noticed: MS Certifications
If you’re a technology professional working with Microsoft products, should you obtain Microsoft Certification? The answer is an unequivocal yes, even if your current position…
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