Posts Tagged: Project management

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If you’re experiencing a high turnover of top talent, at some point, you’ve likely looked around and wondered, “Is it my style?” It’s worth looking at where things might be less than you’d like. Here are some places to start.   Do you explain? A good manager explains the expectations and the reasons behind decisions…. Read more »

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Looking to add some more skills to your resume, and maybe, by doing so, generate some new career paths? It can take many hours to boost a resume with the latest tech skills, but we’ve found five skills you can gain quickly in a pinch. Here’s a look!   1. Make Attractive Web Design/Development So… Read more »

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  You took your big chance and stepped up into your first project management role. You’re excited, but nervous because you want to excel, but you aren’t sure how exactly to become the rock star you were meant to be. Here are seven tips on rocking in your new role.   Make Communicating Easy Good… Read more »

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Telecommuting isn’t a new concept, but if you’re looking to have happier and more productive employees while cutting costs, you can push some breakthroughs by encouraging the telecommute. This staple of IT is still around for good reasons.   Fewer Distractions Whether it’s gathering for Sam’s birthday cake in the breakroom or an unexpected client… Read more »

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You walk into a room and the conversation stops; you have no idea your star employee got divorced two months ago. You have a problem with approachability. You don’t need to be everyone’s best friend to manage a team effectively, but you don’t want to be the last person they call. Be more approachable by… Read more »

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First dates, first loves, first day of school; firsts are always memorable. If you are starting on your first contract assignment, here are a couple of ways to make it a great first.   Research the company. Successful first assignments start with a little background work. By now you likely know the 3,000-foot view stuff… Read more »

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YES! The position of your dreams just skipped right up to the top of that posting email! But, not so fast, the recruiter at the firm has 250 applicants; how are you going to get noticed?   Social Media Works for Sharing More Than Kitten Memes More and more recruiters, in fact an astounding 70-90… Read more »

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Whether you are a new graduate or looking to make a career switch, banking offers a variety of specializations and different paths to the career of your dreams. In the modern banking era, attitudes and aptitudes are changing and creating growth in unexpected ways.   It’s not just finance majors in banking, so don’t get… Read more »

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Not every hire can be long-term because not every business need is a long-term need. Unfortunately, we sometimes think that means those positions are not productive for our growth or not a step on the right path, and that is simply not true.   Fill the Gaps One of the best ways a contract hire… Read more »

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If you’ve spent some time looking through online ads, the newspaper, and all your networking contacts, and you still haven’t turned up a position that appeals to you; it might be time to look around your neighborhood. Turn on any house hunting or house flipping show and you’ll hear the number one real estate rule:… Read more »