10 Ways to Maintain IT Productivity While Hiring

The economy has picked up – and so has your workload. The good news is that you’re doing well enough to hire more IT staff. The bad news is that it takes time to find the right person for the job. Here’s how to keep your overworked staff going strong until you can make that ...

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Recruiter Respect: Seven Ways to Stay on Their Good Side

Recruiters are people, too. Treat them well, and you’ve got a great ally in your job search. Treat them poorly, and you’ve shut the door on potential opportunity. Here’s how to stay on their good side. 1) Don’t Lie. Reputation is a recruiter’s lifeblood, and if you misrepresent your skills or experience, you’re putting their ...

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Decisions, Decisions: How Your Actions (or Lack Thereof) Affect Your IT Team

One of leadership’s critical responsibilities, no matter what the industry, is to make strong, effective decisions within an appropriate timeframe. According to TechRepublic writer Patrick Gray, “For IT leaders especially, the pace of rapid technical change has made decision making in a timely manner all the more critical.” But not all managers live up to ...

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Salary History: How It Affects Your IT Job Search

Ah, the dreaded “salary history” question. Whether encountered on an application or in an interview, it can throw even the most experienced job seekers for a loop. Like it or not, however, the question is neither illegal nor unethical – and many organizations ask. How you answer can definitely impact your chances at landing a ...

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