Articles by Leslie Stevens-Huffman
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Underpaid? 6 Ways to Play Salary Catch-Up
If you stay at one company for too long, or accept a low salary to break into a new specialty, it’s easy to find yourself in a situation where you are paid below market value. In fact, companies… -
Tech Job Hunters' Guide to Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City has long been recognized as a picturesque gateway to skiing, hiking and mountain climbing; it’s also the home of the world-famous Mormon Tabernacle Choir. But beneath the city’s se… -
Mastering the Psychology of Job Interviews
Job interviews, like all other human interactions, are influenced by psychological factors. By understanding the psychology behind the dialogue and applying some useful techniques, you can force… -
Tech Certifications with the Best ROI
Which tech certifications are actually worth the money? According to an analysis of 430 certified skills by David Foote, chief analyst of Foote Partners LLC, information security certifications d… -
Destination Charlotte: Careers in Fintech
If your tech career is chugging along at a snail's pace, joining the burgeoning fintech industry could provide a much-needed jump-start. Professionals who help automate the traditional banking mo… -
Taking Your Tech Résumé from Good to Great
What does your résumé say about you? Does it paint a picture of you as an average worker, or as an exceptional candidate with a lot to offer? Fortunately, you have total control over how your rés… -
6 Fibs Employers Tell Tech Candidates
For instance, in an effort to impress top technical prospects, an employer may paint an overly rosy picture of the work environment, or make promises they can't keep. Here are some of the fibs yo… -
Employee Benefits You Should Ask For
When it comes time to negotiate a compensation package, many tech pros worry about leaving money on the table. Yet in trying to secure as high a salary as possible, many neglect to lock down the… -
Getting Tech Managers More Involved in Sourcing
Studies show that having managers highly involved in the recruiting process has a critical impact on talent acquisition performance, including quality of hire and retention. These results are not… -
Strategies for Building Your Veteran Talent Pipeline
There’s good news for tech recruiters whose talent pipelines are running dry: Nearly 250,000 service members transition out of the armed services every year, according to Military.com. Even bette…