There are dozens of business tales of woe related to finding talented tech employees, with some employers claiming that there are simply not enough qualified individuals to fill positions. There have even been calls for enhancements to the H1-B program in order to fill the “tech talent gap”. With so many negative reports claiming that… Read more »
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Slow Hiring: Boon or Boondoggle?
Everything happens quickly now—fast app development, fast service, fast response times. Everything in business is speeding up….except hiring. Glassdoor revealed that the average time to hire is 52 days, with the average cost of hiring at $4,000. But that’s only part of the picture—the other part is that employees are turning down offers: 47% of… Read more »
5 Tips for Writing an Outstanding Thank You Note After Your Interview
A thank you note is essential to let your interviewer know that you’re not only appreciative of the opportunity, but willing to go the extra mile for the position up for grabs. Whether you spoke with an entire human resources team or just one individual from your potential employer, here are five tips you can… Read more »
Is Your Supply Chain Dragging You Down?
Supply chain managers are the master puppeteers at an organization. From forecasting sales to managing inventory headaches while addressing the logistics of product development and deliveries, SCMs pull the strings for success. Ensuring the quality, safety, and efficiency of the entire supply chain drives revenue and growth. However, while SCMs have always needed to address… Read more »
“Get to Know Team Resolute”—A Q&A with Scott Corwin
1. What are you responsible for as Managing Partner at Resolute? Serious Answer: Responsible for the company’s overall practice, management of day to day operations, overseeing fiduciary responsibilities, strategy and direction of company and last but not least sales. 2. What do you enjoy most as Managing Partner? Every day is a new adventure. Working… Read more »
Project Managers in Demand: How to Launch Your Career in This Hot Field
A project manager is the individual responsible for beginning a project and ensuring that it is completely executed. Between 2014 and 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics expects to see a 15 percent increase in job growth within the IT project management sector, which is faster than average. Looking to launch… Read more »
What’s Better Than Income Security From an Employer?
As a job hunter, you might be interested in finding a position that pays you enough to live comfortably, but what else have you considered aside from salary? Although money pays the bills, it isn’t the only factor that plays a role in employee happiness. Here are four other benefits that can give you peace… Read more »
3 Nontechnical Tips for Hiring a IT Project Manager
Between 2010 and 2020, the Project Management Institute estimates there will be 15.7 million project management positions globally and they will have an estimated $6.61 trillion in impact. This explosion in demand for qualified project managers will have an effect on the hiring experience. The modern technology business relies heavily on qualified managers to translate… Read more »
Hit a Grand Slam by Building a Virtual Bench
Business can seem a lot like baseball: it’s filled with spectacular successes, intense risks, and the occasional foul ball. As any coach knows, it’s not the game that makes the team—it’s the players. In business, your potential players make up your virtual bench. Whenever the need arises, a company can call up one (or more)… Read more »
SAP #HybrisSummit 2016: The secret art of customer engagement
You may have heard of hybris by now, but what exactly does it mean for your business? Our guest blogger this week, Logan Guinagh from Commerce Factor, would like to introduce you to the fascinating world of hybris. Customers are awesome and you want them to like you. You want to win their hearts. You want… Read more »