Articles by Leslie Stevens-Huffman
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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… -
8 Things You Should Never Say When Interviewing With HR
Whether it’s the first step in the hiring process or the last, there is a good chance that you'll be required to interview with someone from HR before an offer is made. There’s often a misconception that the HR… -
How to Use Social Media to Land a Job in Tech
Whether you're a new grad just entering the workforce, or a seasoned tech professional looking for a change, social media can prove a powerful tool for increasing your visibility, connecting with recruiters and… -
When You Should (And Shouldn’t) Accept a Pay Cut
It’s been a turbulent few years for much of the tech industry. In late 2022 and early 2023, some of the largest companies in tech unleashed massive layoffs; meanwhile, smaller companies and startups saw funding… -
How to Reach Out to Different Generations of Tech Candidates
Many businesses today want to create a more inclusive work environment by hiring technical talent across the board, from Baby Boomers to Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z. However, because tech pros from each genera… -
Guide to Overcoming Objections from Passive Tech Candidates
With the unemployment rate for tech occupations hovering at around 2 percent, understanding how to effectively engage passive candidates is more important than ever before. What is a passive candidate? They’re… -
How to Use Data to Optimize Your Job Search
If you’ve spent days applying to hundreds of jobs with little to show for your efforts, tracking and analyzing your activities can help you identify your strengths and weaknesses, refine your strategy and make… -
Questions a CIO or CTO Might Ask in Your Next Job Interview
If you’re climbing the career ladder, you may find yourself interviewing with a senior technology leader, such as the CIO or CTO, to land your next position. Acing an interview of this magnitude requires the ab… -
Simple Steps to Identify Your Niche and Build Your Brand
If your job search isn’t going well, you might be making a classic mistake: trying to be all things to all employers. When you rely on a generic resume that doesn’t specify what you’re good at, your odds of lan…