Articles by Nick Kolakowski
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If You’re a Laid-Off Tech Worker, the Feds Might Want You
Despite the tech industry’s notably low unemployment rate, big tech companies and startups have spent the second half of 2022 cutting staff. Some managers in the federal government see that as an… -
Managers: How Can You Retain Your Tech Pros?
If you’re a manager or team leader, you might have struggled over the past few years to retain your best and brightest tech professionals. A low tech unemployment rate, combined with opportunitie… -
Is Tech's Era of Great Perks Coming to an End?
The world’s biggest tech companies have long been known for their amazing perks and benefits, from free (and good!) cafeteria food to in-house laundry and fitness facilities. But is that era comi… -
Despite Recession Fears, More Tech Pros Hunting Jobs
Yes, startups and tech giants are cutting staff. And yes, lots of folks are frightened about the possibility of a recession. But that’s not stopping tech professionals from hunting for new jobs.… -
Project Manager Career Path: What's Best for You?
So you want to become a project manager. What’s the ideal project manager career path? What skills do you need to learn, and do you need any kind of formal education for a career in project manag… -
Google CEO Sundar Pichai Faces Layoff Questions
Google CEO Sundar Pichai is playing close to the vest when it comes to layoffs at the search-engine giant. In an all-hands meeting described by Business Insider as “tense,” Pichai refused to dism… -
Dice Tech Job Report: Which Tech Hubs Are Growing?
Which up-and-coming tech hubs are growing the fastest? That’s a key question addressed in the ninth edition of the Dice Tech Job Report, which breaks down tech job data for the second half of 202… -
These Industries Hired the Most Tech Professionals in November
Which industries hired the most technology professionals in November? According to CompTIA’s monthly Job Report, Professional, Scientific and Technical Services posted the most jobs for tech prof… -
Should Tech Freelancers Raise Their Rates?
Are you a tech freelancer? If so, you should consider raising your rates—chances are good that your competitors are already doing so. According to Upwork’s new Freelance Forward 2022 report, some… -
Job Report: Top Tech Occupations Employers Want
Which tech occupations are in demand right now? According to the ninth edition of the Dice Tech Job Report, organizations need tech professionals for a variety of roles, from software developer t…