Articles for Job Hunting
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Keep Notes in Front of You During Telephone Interviews
Tip of the Day It's a simple thing, but some people don't think of it: Before you begin a telephone interview, put all of your research materials and notes in front of you. Have a hard copy of yo… -
Want Laptop Privacy? Wear This ‘Compubody Sock’
Ever sat on a crowded airplane or bus with your laptop open, craving a little privacy as you typed an email or watched a terrible movie? One valiant innovator has a solution for exactly that dile… -
Use Data to Make Yourself Stand Out During a Job Search
On paper, the two finalists for the massive data center consolidation project looked identical. “Both business analysts had great résumés and similar experience, neither one really stood out goin… -
How HBO's 'Silicon Valley' Inspired a Real-Life Formula
In the HBO show Silicon Valley, a group of intrepid programmers build a startup around an ultra-speedy compression algorithm, and quickly find themselves challenged by a Google-like tech titan th… -
What Is Rightsourcing in IT?
It’s considering both in-house and external resources for the best fit for a variety of tasks. Rightsourcing considers in-house options and contractors to determine the most effective course of a…Sponsored -
For Software Developers, Key to Retention Isn’t Just Money
What leads an employee to stay with a company, especially when the labor market is good? For many companies seeking to retain their best and brightest, the answer often comes down to tangible per… -
4 Interview Qs for Business Analysts in Product or Marketing
The duties and requirements for business analysts vary from position to position. While some BAs support an entire organization or a particular function, others are tethered to a product or marke… -
Don't Slow Down Your Job Search During the Summer
Tip of the Day The perception that companies cut back their hiring during the summer is a myth, but job hunting during the hottest months can be tricky. It's important to avoid two particular haz… -
Why Aren't Graduates Using Their STEM Degrees?
Lots of people earn college degrees in STEM disciplines. But how many of them actually use those degrees for STEM-related work? According to recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the answer is… -
Help Wanted Signs = Dollar Signs for Software Developers
Employers are responding to the tight labor market for software developers with a new retention tool: a bonus plan designed specifically for them. Unique bonus programs for software developers ha… -
Responding to Employers, Colleges Focus on Experience
Some tech companies—Google notably among them—are de-emphasizing the use of test scores and GPAs in their hiring, and that's causing colleges and universities to re-think their approach to techni… -
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Technology Roles at The Walt Disney Company
At Disney, we are committed to celebrating an inclusive, respectful world. Our technologists are behind creating authentic and unforgettable experiences and products for the stories and character…Sponsored