As the third quarter of 2012 began, CareerBuilder.com listed 13,971 open jobs for .Net developers. Despite an average annual salary of $85,863 and top salaries that achieve six figures, employers are struggling to fill these positions. Here’s a closer look at the dynamics behind hiring .Net developers right now – and why they are such ...
Read moreBrand strategist Marc Shillum expresses corporate branding as a simple equation: A + B + C = Brand, with A being “Artifacts” (logos, taglines, etc.), B meaning “Behaviors” (company actions towards customers, employees and the community) and C being “Concepts” (ideas that illustrate corporate values). The strongest brands are those that keep their image consistent ...
Read moreJob applicants spend a lot of time answering questions during interviews. Good job applicants spend time asking questions during interviews as well. Really good job applicants, however, don’t stop asking questions even after they have received an offer. While it’s easy to get excited because “they want me”, thinking things through carefully can help protect ...
Read moreWhile strategic workforce planning has gradually been gaining importance in the business world, IT departments—so often on the cutting edge of things—seem to be lagging behind. A November 2011 survey of IT executives by TEKSytems found that most—nearly 62%—only planned ahead for the next four to six months. Fewer than 20% had plans for staffing ...
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