Articles by Leslie Stevens-Huffman
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Hot Tech Skills and Certifications During the Pandemic (and Beyond)
In only a few months, the COVID-19 pandemic has transformed the job market and accelerated the demand for all kinds of technical skills. For example, edge computing for the Internet of Things (Io… -
6 Tips for Workplace Socializing Remotely During COVID-19
With nearly everyone still working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic, many organizations have launched virtual water coolers and happy hours, ice breakers and interest-based Slack channels in… -
CIOs Outline Their Top Priorities for the Rest of 2020
Given the impact of COVID-19 on workstyles, customer preferences and stakeholder needs, many CIOs have felt the need to reevaluate their goals, reprioritize projects and reallocate funding and re… -
New Grads: Consider Becoming Project Managers
The prospects for new graduates entering the job market may seem bleak at the moment, but all is not lost. Why not pursue a career as a project manager, a field that is expected to create 22 mill… -
Interview Questions You Should Ask About COVID-19
Asking questions of everyone you encounter during the hiring process can help you evaluate a future employer’s response to COVID-19. In turn, that can help you determine if management truly has y… -
5 Strategies for Keeping Offices Safe During COVID-19 Reopenings
CIOs, project managers, and the most vital members of their teams will likely be among the first wave of employees returning to the office. According to Dice’s ongoing COVID-19 Sentiment Survey,… -
4 Ways to Boost Your Marketability Amidst COVID-19
As the COVID-19 pandemic sweeps across the country, the fact that companies are still hiring technologists is good news. Dice spoke with recruiters who are still making placements, albeit after a… -
Furloughed Due to COVID-19? Take These Steps.
If you’re one of the scores of workers who have been placed on a mandatory, unpaid leave of absence (known as a furlough) due to the coronavirus pandemic, you may be wondering how you can possibl… -
6 Unrealistic Promises You'll Hear During the Hiring Process
Candidates aren’t the only ones who may sometimes stretch the truth during the hiring process. Hiring managers often promise unlimited budgets, ample resources, creative freedom and rapid promoti… -
Mid-Career Transition to Tech: A Step-by-Step Guide
A mid-career switch could be beneficial for your career shift, not only because full-time employment in information and communications is expected to reach more than 62 million jobs in 2023, but…