While we’ve talked about the purple squirrel in the past, its newsworthiness as a trendy recruiting term may actually be a bit dated. When we revisit the concept, however, is in fact quite timely in today’s market! As a refresher, defined in the talent industry, the term ‘purple squirrel’ is a distinctly recruiting vernacular used […]
Generations all over the world are back in school, or soon will be, and you could be, too! Whether you are in between consultant roles, a recent graduate, or have been in the tech industry for years, now is the time to focus on tech upskilling and reskilling. Given the recent downsizing this year along […]
Choosing a role as an IT consultant can be a rewarding career path in today’s tech industry, especially with the growth of artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies. IT consultants provide companies with expertise in how to utilize technology effectively to reach their goals. These professionals help an organization transform how they use tech for […]
The tech community’s latest innovation has left many individuals with increased trepidation. Amidst the sinister headlines, however, we can opt to take a look with a positive lens on how AI tools can increase professional productivity in our workforce. Yes, employees and consultants are faced with growing concerns that artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT, Bard […]
‘Rage Applying’ is now taking the headlines across the US, leaving employers and employees frustrated and unsatisfied. The viral trend made popular by TikTok videos highlights the practice of unhappy employees applying to any open role they can to leave their current job. The idea behind the trend, a worker feeling undervalued seeking better options, […]
Talent is exploring beyond the coastal superstar tech cities and setting down in rising tech hubs such as Atlanta, Miami, St. Louis, Kansas City, Austin and Dallas, all of which experienced growth in their share of tech jobs over the last few years. Post-pandemic, cities with the strongest tech influence saw a slow-down in their […]
Layoffs, a word with such a negative connotation for employees in all industries, has dominated our news cycle for the tech sector. As we near the end of 2022, tallies estimate that nearly 90,000 workers have been let go in the U.S. from tech companies such as Twitter, Lyft, Meta and many more. Analysts attribute […]
Recruiters are masters at managing a heavy workload amid seeking talent in a competitive field like technology. And they know the trick to recruiting the best talent out there is serious time management skills, both on the job and off. According to Forbes, “Implementing time management techniques can help you catch your breath and make […]
While “STEM” has never officially been crowned “word of the year”, given its prevalence as we discuss STEM jobs, STEM in education, STEM in the economy and more, it may be time for a nomination! With a laser focus on bolstering STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) in education programs across the country, and the need […]
With technology jobs topping the list as most in-demand, recruiters are busier than ever searching for top candidates and making connections for hiring managers desperately in need of their experience. With 50% of surveyed CIO’s expecting a budget increase through May 2022, hiring is expected to remain strong in the near future. Here are 7 […]
