WHY When our candidates get ready for their job interviews, they tend to focus on preparing their answers to all the questions they are likely to be asked. This is certainly a great approach. However, hiring managers today are just as interested in “good” answers, as they are in “good” questions. Corporate America is changing [...]
Stop Preparing Your Defense For A Job...
WHY When our candidates get ready for their job interviews, they tend to focus on preparing their answers to all the questions they are likely to be asked. This is certainly a great approach. However, hiring managers today are just as interested in “good” answers, as they are in “good” questions. Corporate America is changing [...]
Chicago Tribune Interviews MMD
Our resident “Head Honcho”, aka “Queen of Staffing”, aka Maria Dubov, has recently been interviewed by the Chicago Tribune for an article on challenges in today’s job market. Give it a read and let us know your thoughts. Link: Chicago Tribune – How to Navigate Landscape Laced with Tech Job [...]
Turn Your New Boss Into A Puppy
You just started to understand your boss, adjusted to his limitations and learned to deal with his little quirks and… bummer!… he is being replaced. What do you do? In any case, you want to give your new boss the warmest (disarming) welcome you possibly can. This may not be a new organization for them, [...]
When Does It Make Sense To Jump Ship?
In today’s job market, IT professionals, especially developers and engineers, are a hot commodity. Even when you are not actively looking, IT recruiters know how to find you. Once they locate their victim, the sweet-talk begins. Is this an opportune moment to upgrade your job, or will the frequent changes, eventually hinder your career? I am [...]
Facing Acquisition? Take A Bath In Th...
The economy is on a rebound, so it is no surprise that many companies are using mergers and acquisitions as an effective way to grow revenues. As a result, I’ve recently noticed an increase in the number of questions on how to survive these transactions as an employee. To provide some valid advice, I interviewed [...]
MMD Interviewed by Chicago Tribune
Read an interview with our president and founder, Maria Dubov, in Chicago Tribune. Feedback welcome anytime! Link: How Technology, User Experience Are Driving New Tech Job [...]