Articles associated with topic: job hunting
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Tech Layoffs Rose in January
Tech layoffs rose again in January after months of declines, according to a crowdsourced analysis by levels.fyi. As you can see from the following chart, layoffs were last this high in the first quarter of 2023… -
Do Tech Professionals Want a New Job in 2024?
In January, layoffs among the nation’s biggest tech companies seemed to dominate the headlines, with giants such as Google and Amazon cutting hundreds of workers. Is that kind of news impacting tech professiona… -
Tech Unemployment Stays Steady at 2.3 Percent
Despite widespread news reports about tech companies kicking off the year with layoffs, the tech unemployment rate remained steady at 2.3 percent, according to a new analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics… -
7 Ways to Stand Out as a Junior Developer
The continuing shift in demand toward senior developers, combined with the rise in new bootcamp and university grads, has created a challenging job market for entry-level developers. In fact, the demand for eng… -
SponsoredWalmart Global Tech: You Belong
People-led, tech-powered. That’s what Walmart Global Tech delivers every day, while helping people save money and live better. And that’s not just for customers. Living better is also a goal the company has for… -
Phone Interviews: What Tech Hiring Managers Want to Hear
If you’re on the job hunt, and having a hard time making it past the phone interviews, you may be wondering what hiring managers are looking for. What are their goals? What do they want to hear from candidates?… -
eBay Becomes the Latest Tech Giant to Unleash Layoffs
E-commerce giant eBay plans on laying off 1,000 employees, or roughly 9 percent of its workforce. It will also cut back on the use of contractors. “Our strategy is the right one, but there is more we can do to… -
Proofread your Resume for Content and Grammar
If you’re applying for jobs, you might be tempted to write and send resumes as fast as possible. After all, the more jobs you apply to, the better your chances of landing a new role. But hold up: if you don’t t… -
Should You 'Mass Apply' to Tech Jobs?
When you’re on the job hunt, it’s tempting to bombard hundreds of job openings with your resume and cover letter, especially if you need a new income stream. But is ‘mass apply’ the most effective way to apply… -
Power Up Your Job Search with Action Verbs
An open tech position might receive hundreds, even thousands of applications. Your skills and experience can help you stand out in a crowded field, but if you want an additional edge, consider wordsmithing your… -
8 Things You Should Never Tell a Tech Recruiter
While transparency between candidates and recruiters is essential for a successful hiring process, there are a few things that tech recruiters definitely don't want to hear. For instance, badmouthing a former m… -
SponsoredCelebrating a Legacy of Innovation at The Walt Disney Company
This year, The Walt Disney Company is celebrating 100 years of storytelling, dreams and innovation. As we approach our centennial celebration, we caught up with three technologists to learn more about how techn…