How to Broaden the Search on Finding the Best IT Candidates

If your IT talent search isn’t progressing, here are two important realities: The IT talent shortage has been widely publicized, and organizations in every business sector struggle to hire. But we have a few tips that will help you expand your search processes to find the talent you need. If you’re looking for IT talent, start with […]

How Can You Start a Career in the IT Field

Technology rules the world so it makes sense that you’re thinking about a job in IT. Because IT requires high-level and very specific tech skills, though, we know it’s hard to break into the field. This blog will give you some pointers on your first job in IT. Whether you’re fresh out of college or switching careers, […]

Why You Should Work with the Custom Group of Companies to Find IT Candidates

The data is in, and it’s grim; the IT talent shortage is weakening your bottom line. IT unemployment stands at around 2% these days. While the average time to hire for any industry is 42 days, one study put that number at more than twice that amount for specialized IT talent.   But if you’re reading this, it’s not something […]

Should You Test All IT Employees Before Hiring Them?

To test or not to test has been a huge debate in IT circles for years. The truth is there are pros and cons to testing your IT candidates before making the offer—or walking away. This blog will look at the concept of testing from both sides to see what’s right for you. Why Should You Give […]

Are Your Candidate’s Resumes Filled with Lies?  

While the word “lie” probably got your attention, the next candidate you speak with may at least just slightly exaggerate the skills they have on their resume. In fact, 66% of employers say they experience a disconnect between what’s on a resume and the skill level that really exists in candidates they interview. Another survey showed that 78% […]

Top 5 Hot IT Jobs in 2022

IT remains the hottest field in the U.S. to enter into as employers try every trick in the book to attract top talent. Fully 52% of companies expect to add IT talent this year, and with the Great Resignation still underway, you can expect this number to increase. In fact, 80% of employers say they’ve experienced turnover […]