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I Have a Tech Degree. Why Can’t I Find a Job?
We have had people with Associate’s, Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degrees in computer science or cyber security tell us they cannot find a job in the field. Without a doubt, a degree in the tech field is a big plus for your career …
21 Awesome Tips to Ace Your Tech Interview
This article shares techniques that can help you ace a tech interview. We also have an important article on having a successful job seeker’s mindset, which everyone should read before looking for a new tech job. Interviewing for a tech job, …
Having the Right Job Seeker’s Mindset
Before we dive into a post on strategies to find a job, we wanted to address how important it is to have the right mindset for the job search. Many people not only go about the search for a job in …
Zoom Interview Tips to Help You Land a Tech Job
We won’t sugarcoat it—it can be incredibly disheartening and frustrating to be a job seeker right now. But whether you’re a recent graduate, were recently laid off, or are just sick of your current position, it’s still possible to land …
How College Alternatives Focus On Job Readiness
More than just a buzzword, job readiness is the secret sauce to thriving in a career. Last week, we discussed the importance of job readiness in higher education programs. This week, we’re dissecting the ways college alternatives are a step …
What is a Phone Screen? 4 Tips for Your Next Recruiter Call
So, you’ve scored a phone interview and you’re getting ready to impress the hiring manager? First of all, congrats on making it to the first round of the interview and hiring process! You could be well on your way to …
How to Dress for a Tech Job Interview
Our industry has a reputation for all things casual. You’ve likely heard the jokes about tech companies offering in-office beer taps, bean bag chairs, and video game rooms. While there may be some truth in these memes, don’t forget – …
How to Upskill to a Job in Tech
Technology moves at lightning speeds, creating new trends, demands, and opportunities in the job market. These rapid shifts make upskilling an increasingly crucial part of the tech industry, especially for those aspiring to climb the professional ladder. But what is …
How to Move From an Employee to Entrepreneur Mindset
Becoming an entrepreneur involves more than just quitting your job, filing some paperwork and setting up a website. For most budding entrepreneurs the major transition isn’t leaving your job, but the change in mindset that’s necessary to go from being …
Guide to Setting up Your Business Structure as a Freelancer
One of the many reasons people enjoy freelancing is that they get the freedom to be their own boss. However, that comes with the business obligations of being an employer and certain legal and financial responsibilities. The question you’ll have to answer is: …
6 Types of Marketers: Which to Hire and How to Hire Them
Your business is growing like crazy and there’s just no way you can continue to manage your own marketing, community and product, all while growing and managing a team of people. This is a good problem – or should we say …
