Articles by Leslie Stevens-Huffman
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Becoming the Boss: Tips for Developing a Strategic Vision
What’s the best way to become a good boss? Effective managers know they need to build trust within their teams, grow their own management skills, and develop personal relationships with other stakeholders withi… -
Using a SWOT Analysis to Advance Your Tech Career
A SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats) analysis will give you a broader awareness of your abilities and expose hidden opportunities. Let’s look at how to conduct an effective career SWOT anal… -
Surprising Things Employers Look For In Your Online Profiles
Today, most job seekers expect recruiters and hiring managers to check out their profiles on professional networking sites such as LinkedIn and GitHub before reaching out with the opportunity to interview. Thei… -
Turning a Failed Tech Interview Into a Learning Opportunity
No matter how much you prepare and study, it’s easy to get tripped up in a technical interview. For virtually every tech role, the potential number of questions (and answers) is vast, especially if an interview… -
7 Emerging Leadership Roles for Technology Professionals
Evolving technology has changed how business is done, along with the roles of senior technology leaders—and the skills they need to master. According to Deloitte’s “2023 Global Technology Leadership Study,” sen… -
Don't Want to Return to the Office? Here's How to Negotiate.
If you’re considering pushing back on your company's return-to-office (RTO) plans, you’re not alone. According to one 2022 survey, three in five hybrid or remote technologists say they’re not interested in retu… -
6 Types of Tools for Driving Sourcing Efficiency
The process of researching, identifying and connecting with potential tech candidates has become extremely time-consuming and complex. Recruiters can spend most of their workweek—at least 30 hours, in many case… -
7 Most Essential Skills You’ll Need for a CIO Job
A typical Chief Information Officer (CIO) is often faced with a daunting set of challenges. First and foremost, they’re tasked with ensuring their organization’s tech stack can help their company fulfill its st… -
Top Jobs and Tips for Computer Science Grads Hitting the Job Market
The current tech unemployment rate is notably low, and employers everywhere need all kinds of tech specialists to help enact their strategies. As a result, it’s a solid job market for new graduates, especially… -
7 Critical Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for Remote Tech Jobs
With thousands of global companies now operating as fully remote, there are more postings for remote tech positions than ever, but that doesn’t mean you’ll land one. The competition for remote jobs is intense n…