Finding the right candidate in today’s job market is just as much about the soft skills they possess as it is the technical skills. Soft skills are innate and can help you find that diamond in the rough among the many that have applied for the position. With soft skills, your business will gain, and… Read more »
When developing the IT budget for your company, it can be easy to get lost in the minutia of the dollars and cents. You want to keep your technology spending to the bare minimum, but you also want to have the funding necessary to allow your business to stay at the forefront of technology. Having… Read more »
Most leaders are natural optimists and believe that their teams have the ability to accomplish great things. However, it’s impossible to move forward with your team vision if members are suffering from a lack of inspiration. There are, however, a variety of implements in every leader’s toolbox to help motivate others. These five tips will… Read more »
Most companies assume they are successfully managing their information technology department. But they jump to this conclusion without knowing they are enjoying peak performance, maximizing ROI, and doing everything possible to align IT with strategic objectives. If you’re ready to turn IT management into an objective process and optimize the technologies you rely on, follow… Read more »
When your team is deeply integrated into the completion of an IT project, you can be so focused on the end game that you don’t take time to celebrate the successes that you have achieved along the way. These victories need to be recognized to help give your team motivation to continue on their path… Read more »
What is the key to a viable corporate structure, enhanced revenue, and a positive brand image? If you said “employees”, you are only half right: loyal employees are the foundation of the company. They support a positive company culture, are efficient in performing tasks, promote a positive brand image, and ensure low turnover—essentially, loyal employees… Read more »
As an IT contractor, it can be easy to get caught up in the minutia of your current role. But you need to keep your skills sharp, so you are in demand for the next opportunity that comes your way. These top five tech skills can help you to secure your next contract with a… Read more »
Your team is the key to your company’s success. But without a solid team culture, you may have friction and animosity that builds up over time. To create a good team culture, you need to focus on the team as a whole as well as the individuals that make up the team. To help, try… Read more »
Are you hiring only from within? You may want to consider an alternative strategy as your HR department wears more hats than ever before. One of the more time-consuming—but vital responsibilities is that of hiring. A partnership with an external recruiting company can not only help you find the best person for an open position,… Read more »
Graduating from college is an exciting time for all involved. You have put in the hard work and now you will see the results of your labor. Before you jump into the tech world, you need to take a step back and heed the advice that has been bestowed by others, so that you can… Read more »