The Emergence and Benefits of Project-Based IT Work: Contract, Nearshore, and Offshore Hiring
Around the world, business organizations are increasingly turning to project-based IT work as a key element of their overall strategy. Contract, contract-to-hire, offshore, and nearshore models have helped many companies reduce costs, gain access to a vast talent pool, and enjoy greater staffing flexibility. There are no signs that this trend toward project-based work will […]
Keeping Up With IT Trends: 6 Ways to Future-Proof Your Tech Team
The global IT scene is constantly changing. That means it’s important for organizations to not only keep up with the latest trends but to also plan for upcoming transitions in technology and process. When you endeavor to “future-proof” your tech team this way, it will help you to grow and sustain your business for years […]
Data Insights — A Panel Discussion with Industry Leaders, Part 3
The Doyle Group recently hosted a panel featuring data management experts with proven years of experience in the data management industry. This panel was the third and final session in the 2024 Data Insights series, and covered a wide range of data management topics, such as the importance of robust data governance, how to foster […]
The Value of Networking: Why It’s Worth Your Time
There’s a time-worn adage in the business world: “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” While that statement may be somewhat exaggerated, it certainly carries a measure of truth. Without having the right contacts, even the most qualified job candidates may struggle to find suitable roles; and even the best companies to work for may struggle […]
LinkedIn Profile Best Practices: 6 Steps To Get Noticed
LinkedIn is one of the best social media platforms for candidates to use in their job search. With millions of members across the world, it is a powerful resource for networking, with connections and hiring managers in virtually any industry. Of course, as with any tool, LinkedIn is only as effective as its user. How […]
Cover Letters: What Hiring Managers Should Look For
Cover letters may not be quite as common as they once were. However, reports of the cover letter’s demise have been greatly exaggerated. While many think they have gone the way of landlines and cable — “outdated” or “not necessary” — a well-written cover letter can be very impactful for any hiring manager who wants […]
What Hiring Managers Look for in Your Resume and How You Can Stand Out
Are you about to enter the workforce for the first time? Or are you looking for a mid-career change? Either way, your resume is one of the most valuable assets you can own during your job search. A well-written resume can leave a favorable first impression on a prospective employer and highlight key reasons why […]
6 Important Things To Look For When Reviewing Candidate Resumes
Hiring the right candidate for an open position is one of the most challenging tasks there is in today’s business world. Simply reviewing candidate resumes can be overwhelming. For example, one study found that online job openings receive an average of 250+ resumes for each listing; IT openings receive an average of 386. That’s 386 different candidates […]
6 Practical Job Search Tips From a Recruiter
Right now is an excellent moment in time to begin a job search — especially if you’re looking for a tech job. There are certainly plenty of positions open, with one study citing a 13.8 percent attrition rate among IT professionals, and another study projecting that annual employee turnover in the United States will likely […]
Improving Retention: How To Retain Your Top Talent
It’s a real challenge in today’s market to retain top talent — either in the IT sector, or anywhere else. For instance, Forrester reports that IT organizations are facing a 13.8 percent attrition rate, while the demand for tech talent “maintains a frenetic pace.” (Translation: there’s a huge need for IT professionals, and not enough […]
