Leslie Stevens-Huffman is a business and careers writer based in Southern California. She has more than 20 years’ experience in the staffing industry and has been writing blog posts, sample resumes and providing sage career advice to the IT professionals in our Dice Community since 2006. Leslie has a bachelor’s degree in English and Journalism from the University of Southern California.
Articles by Leslie Stevens-Huffman
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Should You Become a Fractional Tech Leader?
Over the last few years, organizations have increasingly turned to part-time, specialized tech leaders to provide expertise, strategic decisions and speedy results without the full-time commitmen… -
Know these 8 Unwritten Rules of Searching for a Job in Tech
Just when you think you have a handle on the unwritten rules and practices that govern the job-hunting process, you realize how much more you need to learn. Thanks to the rise of AI vs AI job scr… -
How to Utilize AI to Evaluate and Develop Effective Leaders
AI is fundamentally reshaping the business and tech landscape, requiring leaders to embrace new skills and approaches to effectively navigate this new era. For instance, according to DDI’s Global… -
The Case for Using “Old School” Techniques to Find a Job
A recent analysis confirms the frustrations that tech job seekers have been experiencing for months: Relying solely on technology and the Internet for job hunting usually fails. In fact a LinkedI… -
Navigating the Mixed Signals About Using AI in Your Job Search
Tech job seekers often receive contradictory advice about using AI to conduct a search. On the one hand, you’re told that using AI to tailor your resume increases your chances of passing automate… -
How to Incorporate Architectural Thinking into Your Tech Role
Whether your goal is to find a new job, increase your job security, or grow within your current field, integrating architectural thinking into your role and daily activities can give you a holist… -
How to Create a Project Portfolio that Will Actually Land You a Job
In a competitive job market, the right portfolio can set you apart from other candidates by providing a visual representation of your talent, skills and ability to make an impact in a particular… -
How to Differentiate Yourself from Fake Job Seekers
Recruiters are facing an overwhelming influx of resumes from fake job seekers, especially for remote tech jobs, throttling the hiring process for both employers and legitimate candidates. One eng… -
Ladder vs. Lattice: Exploring Different Types of Career Mobility
Evidence suggests that upward mobility has slowed to a crawl as companies hire fewer managers and move towards flatter organizational structures. Plus, job hopping for career advancement has beco… -
Stop Letting AI Sabotage Your Resume—Tips from Hiring Experts
Using a specialized resume builder or chatbot like ChatGPT can streamline the process, but relying solely on AI-generated content can cause hiring managers to reject you. “Never copy and paste di…