This is Your Sign to Take a Day Off

Americans just aren’t great at taking their vacations. It’s true: 768 million vacation days went unused in 2018. That’s a 9% increase from 2017, according to CNN. At the same time, Deloitte reports that 77% of professionals say they’ve experienced burnout at their current job. This is especially true in some of the fields that experienced high stress during […]

Is Your Team Hiring for Data Literacy?

Jobs are changing thanks to the advancement of digital technologies that put data and computer literacy at the center of the universe for almost every employer. This makes data competency increasingly important as jobs shift to incorporate automation, data capture, and utilization of that data to make business decisions. This is part of what’s been […]

Should You Put that You Are Unemployed on LinkedIn?

It really is easier to find a job when you are employed. We know there is also a stigma around being unemployed. This is especially true in IT, because there is such a high demand for most types of technology workers. But it happens every year to millions of people, often through no fault of […]

The Dangers of Hiring for Culture Fit

Culture fit is a cliché that matters to most job seekers. They look for an environment that makes them feel more at home and aligns with their values. Recruiters and hiring managers often look for the best candidates that also fit the organization’s culture. The belief is that culture fit will help the new employee […]

Trying to Get an IT Job? Here Are Some Tips to Get Your Resume Through the ATS

Applying for a job these days is like playing “beat the robots.” That’s because most hiring teams these days use applicant tracking systems (ATS) platforms that use automation to screen your resume. As a result, many times your application will never even reach a human being. Given that the process of interviewing these days is […]

Giving Feedback to Your Employees Could Be the Best thing You Do this Week

There’s research that shows giving positive feedback to your employees is the best way to help them thrive. It engages teams in the success of the organization. It even acts as a driver of improved performance. Here’s why giving feedback to your employees may be the best thing you do all week. Why Feedback Matters Feedback […]