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Why Consultants Partner with ESP
ByAaron Stratman July 15, 2022September 22, 2026

The modern workforce is an ever-changing amalgam of side-gigs, self-employment, short-term contracts and long-term steady positions. Flexible schedules and competitive pay have become increasingly important to job seekers, and employers are working to offer appealing opportunities to potential employees. ESP works tirelessly in the middle to match the right candidates to the right opportunities. IT…

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What Your Tech Stack Needs to Stay Competitive
ByAaron Stratman May 3, 2022September 22, 2026

A tech stack is the combination of technologies companies use to build and run its applications. It is comprised of programming languages, frameworks, a database, front-end and back-end tools, and applications connected via application programming interfaces (APIs). Investing in your tech stack is an important way to keep company productivity and efficiency high. Read on…

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Are We a Good Fit? How to Establish Culture Fit During a Tech Interview
ByAaron Stratman May 30, 2017December 29, 2023

Culture fit became a huge buzzword around 2012, and has since ingrained itself as a requirement for job seekers, consultants, and employers alike. But what do we mean when we say we are looking for a person—or opportunity—that is the right “fit” culturally? And has this concept become so commonplace that we’re losing sight of…

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4 Ways You Absolutely KNOW You Found the Right IT Consultant
ByAaron Stratman March 28, 2017September 22, 2026

Choosing an IT consultant can be a daunting task, especially for smaller businesses and hiring managers who don’t have experience working with consultants. Though consultants boast unique expertise, adaptability, and proficiency, their time often comes at a higher hourly cost than permanent, full-time IT pros. But for many tech teams—especially those looking to reduce turnover…

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3 Stories to Tell at Your IT Interview
ByAaron Stratman May 9, 2016December 29, 2023

Once upon a time…an IT pro wished above all else for a successful interview. Fortunately, IT job seekers and contract professionals don’t need a fairy godmother to grant this wish. We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: the best interviews are conversations, not interrogations. And in order to keep your interviewer engaged in…

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4 Tips To Market Yourself To An IT Interviewer
ByAaron Stratman January 14, 2016September 22, 2026

Whether your plans for 2016 include searching for new IT gigs, advancing your career by acquiring additional IT certifications, or going after an Academy Award, a strong personal branding strategy is essential to launch you into the next season. While you may not be able to spend the millions of dollars on your personal branding campaign that Hollywood invests in the Oscars each year, you can…

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Make A Big Bang In Your Interview
ByAaron Stratman July 31, 2014December 29, 2023

Having the right equation can make all the difference in your job search. Take some of these lessons from the Big Bang crew to make positive and long lasting impression with your interviewer, from making a bold move to learning the right non-verbals. We have some insight from all your favorite characters for your next…

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Research A Company Like A World Champion
ByAaron Stratman July 1, 2014December 29, 2023

Every athlete competing in the world cup had to prepare and work hard to advance to the next level. You should prepare for your next interview in the same way. Research the company well to make it to the next level. Get the specs for your World Cup ball This year’s World Cup ball, the…

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Lessons from the Jetsons: Skype Interviews
ByAaron Stratman June 17, 2014December 29, 2023

Who would have believed that the Jetsons’ prediction of video calls 50 years ago would have been spot on? Or almost. Just like George would talk to his boss Mr. Spacely, we now have Skype Interviews and video meetings. Although video interviews are not quite as second nature as they were in the Jetsons’ home,…

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Your Phone Interview: The Audition
ByAaron Stratman April 1, 2014December 20, 2023

A phone interview is not unlike an audition. The company wants to see if you are the right fit and that you are able to play the part. They want to get a better feeling of how you will fit into their company culture and if you have the qualifications that they are looking for…

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