As technology grows, IT professionals are in high-demand all around the globe. However, various companies have taken a special interest in Texas. After all, a growing state is perfect for a growing industry. According to Forbes, Austin, TX holds the “strongest expansion in tech sector employment of any of the nation’s 52 largest metropolitan areas”…
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Employment for tech jobs in Southeast Michigan has skyrocketed in the last 4 years. From engineering to science technologies, Metro Detroit ranks among the best. The growing technology hub has even been compared to Silicon Valley in recent months. Many of the vast opportunities in Southeast Michigan stem from its booming tech economy. That being said, most…
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Accounting & Finance, Career Growth, Engineering, Entry-Level, Human Resources, Information Technology, Interview Tips, Job Search, Job Seekers, Marketing, Operations
Negotiating a job offer begins the moment you start your job search. The key is to be prepared by researching similar positions in the industry. Doing your homework will help you make smarter, more reasonable decisions and establish a negotiation strategy. The most important factor in negotiating a job offer is confidence – confidence…
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Employee Loyalty: Value vs. Obligation What? Is there such a thing as being too loyal to your employer? Yes, there is: when it interferes with your professional development. In general, employee loyalty is a valuable quality; there’s nothing wrong with owning your role and enjoying your job. However, when employee loyalty evolves from a mutual value-add for…
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This may be the understatement of the year: right now there is an incredible need for engineers. All skill sets and experience levels are in high demand from start ups to giant corporations, but that doesn’t mean that every engineer will be employed or successful. In the thriving STEM fields, interpersonal skills are becoming increasingly important…
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Mastering your elevator pitch can land you the job you’ve been looking for! Whether you’re at a networking event, hanging-out with friends or actually run into someone in an elevator, your elevator pitch must grab people’s attention. What is an elevator pitch? An elevator pitch is a 30-second speech used to summarize who you are, your…
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We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again– Professional Networking is essential for your career. From the grocery store to a professional networking event, you should always be prepared. With the right guide, you can strengthen your networking skills and improve on your weaknesses. Follow these tips to make a greater impression while networking: 1….
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Networking is one of the most beneficial career advancement techniques. Developing and implementing a professional networking strategy is a great way to promote your personal brand, build new business relationships, and discover new opportunities throughout your career. Although it may seem difficult at times, networking can be very simple and enjoyable. Best part? There is…
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“Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life” Many have heard this quote once or twice before; It’s refreshing, inspirational and it sounds easy enough. Yet, to do what you love seems to be a little more complicated than expected. Why is it that millions…
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Improve your resume writing skills with the advice from our recruiters. With over 45 years of combined experience, they have seen it all! Here are some of their key tips to building a strong resume: 1. Analyze job descriptions and industry keywords to attract recruiters who are looking for someone with your experience. Don’t overdo…
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