By Robert Half Technology
As business and technology become more entwined, IT professionals are finding that companies expect them to deliver more than just expertise in their core competencies. Companies want candidates who combine their tech skills with business acumen. They want IT personnel who can work collaboratively with colleagues in other departments to identify opportunities to increase the company’s profitability through more effective use of technology. Continue reading
Women have made great strides when it comes to their participation in the workforce, but from an earnings perspective they still lag behind. According to a new study from CareerBuilder and Economic Modeling Specialists Intl., on average, women earn nearly $24,000 less than men, with men earning $68,300 annually and women making $44,400 a year. Continue reading
The recent recession caused many job seekers to quit their searching and head back to school for an advanced degree. Yet the trend toward pursuing higher education was growing even before the recession hit. According to the Census Bureau, the population that held a master’s degree climbed by 5 million, or 43 percent, from 2002 to 2012. Continue reading
There are often more perks to a job than a paycheck, as employers make an effort to retain their top talent and entice new prospects. From offices to flexible schedules to company cars, employees are enjoying more job incentives than ever, though they still have wish lists for what their dream workplace looks like. Continue reading
Do you view your annual review as a meaningless bureaucratic exercise? If so, it’s time to start taking it seriously. Supervisors typically invest a lot in the process and expect that their employees will too. In fact, in a Robert Half survey, 94 percent of managers polled said they believe performance reviews are effective in helping workers improve their performance. Continue reading
It’s nice to feel valued by your boss. It’s especially rewarding to be told by her that you’re so good at what you do, you’ve become indispensible. You know you’re lucky to have job security, so you don’t want to complain. Continue reading
