Upon first establishing a need for tech talent, most IT hiring managers will begin by making a list of specific skills, traits, or experience levels that are most desirable. They may also make a list of skills and traits to be avoided. However, both lists can prove detrimental to their talent search, particularly in light of…
Sifting through applications is one of the most important first hurdles for an IT hiring manager to overcome in the selection process. Unfortunately, this first step can also be the downfall of the hiring process due to one key mistake: prioritizing applications with greater years of experience instead of looking for contenders whose experience shows…
Pros and Cons to Consider Before Screening for Your Contract Needs When a company finds itself in need of an IT pro, hiring managers and IT recruiters begin sifting through a variety of resumes – weeding out candidates based on predetermined requirements for the role they are hoping to fill. In the past, one such…
You probably know better than anyone that there’s a shortage of IT talent. The IT industry is constantly growing and evolving, and the unemployment rate in the tech sector is currently around 3%, so how do you get ahead of your competition to get the skilled IT professionals you need? It might surprise you, but the…
Culture fit, experience, and education are all important factors when hiring. However, they are not the only elements to consider in the hiring process. Certifications can be a great way to measure potential employees’ skills and abilities. Certification may even help you distinguish a more highly qualified applicant or allow you to open the door…
Many companies offer great incentives to their employees. However, the tech industry seems to be the most unique in their offerings. Of course big companies like Google and Microsoft are able to offer some great incentives but smaller technology departments and tech startups are offering some great perks too. Check out some of the top…
Ever wonder what a recruiter looks for when working to fill a job post? You know the basics of a good resume: bullet points, bolded titles, no spelling errors. But there’s a lot more to reading a resume and quickly assessing if the candidate should receive further consideration. Check out these 6 lines of questioning…
Save your company some time and money by beginning your hiring process on the phone. Phone interviews can narrow down your applicant list and help you find compatible and qualified employees. However, giving a phone interview can be just as difficult as being interviewed over the phone. Take some notes from casting directors to conduct…
Seeing the resume of a potential hire doesn’t tell you everything about who they are as employees. You need to know what inspires and drives them. We’ve broken candidates down into three general personas that you will see while hiring to help you decide who will be best for your organization. Who do you need?…
When it’s time to hire a new employee there are a few requirements that come standard. Is the person technically qualified? Do they have a good track record? Do they seem like they’ll work well with the other members of the team? Sometimes a candidate meets all of those requirements but you still don’t know…