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What’s so unique about Blake Thomas? Well, it’s not like he invented the next Facebook. And he didn’t invest in Google to make a fortune. What’s so great about Blake’s story is that he represents you. He’s an intelligent and hard-working IT Professional from the Chicago suburbs who has seen some great success in his career. Just three years ago, MMD Services helped place Blake at Enova in a jun

Looking for a new job involves many considerations. Day-to-day duties, the location, benefits … they’re all important. But if we’re being honest, everything comes down to money at some point. There are serious misconceptions about when and how to negotiate salary with a potential employer. If consider salary.com as gospel, you may feel entitled to go in demanding anything and everything. Sure,

If you’re an IT professional, chances are you’ve worked with a recruiter at some point in time, if not regularly. Some often view recruiters as a necessary evil, which makes us pout a bit. Only because we know it doesn’t have to be that way. Get a better experience by identifying the good from the bad. Here’s what to look for in a recruiter: A True Conversation Stick this little tidbit in you

Job searching is no day at the spa. (Duh, right?) Whether you’re currently unemployed or just looking for a change, finding that perfect position can take your time and your sanity. So to help reduce this stress a bit and make your job search as seamless and efficient as possible, doing these things should help: stay organized, be personal and over communicate. Then, hopefully, you’ll avoid hea

Layoffs are an inevitable reality. But with a little prep and a cutthroat strategy, you can greatly increase your odds of survival. Assess the Situation First, evaluate your team so you can position yourself advantageously. Identify which daily responsibilities of your team are the most critical, and what projects are most important to the business. Stepping back to analyze the big picture m