It’s tempting to enter 2021 with blind optimism, eager to put the challenges of 2020 behind us. However, to learn as much as possible from the adversities we all faced last year, we’d like to suggest that we begin 2021 with a brief period of reflection. Rather than making a New Year’s Resolution this year, perhaps more can be achieved by reflecting on the challenges of 2020 ...

​2020 has been a year like no other; the COVID-19 pandemic has had a dramatic effect on many markets, resulting in a rise in unemployment rates across the globe. The U.S has an unemployment rate of 6.9%, the UK has 4.8% - the highest in 3 years and Hong Kong is seeing its biggest rise in 16 years. With this uncertainty surrounding the job market, how can you improve your cha...

​Tech professionals, you may feel a little hard done by. After all, many of your industry peers across big blue chips and social media giants have been told that they can work from home indefinitely. You’ve enjoyed working from home so much that 82% of you want it to continue. All good things must come to an end (for some). If you’ve been asked to return to the office, or yo...

What makes a great recruiter? There are many styles and personalities out there suitable for every jobseeker. Recruiters should always act as advocates for professionals trying to advance their careers, but for members of the LGBTQ+ community recruiters can play an even more essential role – being a career ally.Why do LGBTQ+ professionals need career allies?While great progr...

​​Many of us are working in a virtual office these days. For professionals working in the technology sector, that might mean more time in front of the camera than you signed up for. Even those who usually have the verve and stamina to withstand back-to-back meetings may experience video call fatigue.Why the video call fatigue?Evolving from social animals, most human communic...

​​Working-from-home will endure after the Covid-19 pandemic has passed. Before government lockdowns, only 3.4% of the U.S. workforce telecommuted at least half the time. Yet, many businesses have had to adapt to their employees remote working. This forced organizational shift may change the very nature of work forever; many employees have found they enjoy avoiding the commut...

​The Covid-19 has rattled markets and the global economy, leading to increased unemployment. Whether you are actively looking for a new job or have decided to move, we have put together this guide to help technology professionals navigate these challenging times. Read on to discover how to hide, move or target to get your desired job without lingering for too long on the mar...

The continued Covid-19 pandemic has ushered in the largest working-from-home population in human history alongside a period of great economic uncertainty. In the technology sector, quarantines are causing labor shortages and impacting manufacturing capacity. Some companies, including providers of digital banking, logistics, video conferencing, or cloud software, are of cour...

Innovative technology is the forefront of enabling US companies to continue working from home during the Covid-19 epidemic. For example, video interviewing has allowed companies to maintain efficiency in their hiring processes. Even before the global crisis, video interviews have rocketed in popularity over the past decade as the technology required becomes universally acces...

​A salary is more than a monthly number on your bank statement. It is compensation for your hard work and dedication, and it shows your perceived worth and value to your company. Depending on your industry, skills, location and experience, you may be currently undervalued compared to your co-workers and competitors.  The best way of knowing your value as an employee is disco...

It’s official, it’s the most depressing day of the year. Bad weather across many areas of the US, increasing debt levels after the holidays, and a lack of festive spirit and general motivation culminate in the dreaded Blue Monday. Don’t fret, we’re here to help you turn the day around with our top tips. How to Feel Better on Blue Monday One way to feel better is to simply t...

Did you know that 23% of US companies offer sabbaticals according to the Society for Human Resource Management? With this number ever increasing, there's no better time to bring up the conversation with your employer. ​Asking for a career break is rarely easy, but a sabbatical offers more than a chance for you to recharge. Time away can be a vital opportunity for a company t...

​The global tech sector is one of the fastest growing sectors and candidates with technical skills are in high demand. This means many candidates who are seeking a technology role hold a good position when it comes to considering a job offer. Many tech companies poach valuable candidates with large salaries and flashy company benefits, but there is more to think about when y...

​No matter how experienced and confident a new employee is, the first day of a new role can be a head-spinning rush of information, excitement, new faces, new names and a brand new culture to learn. While many companies in the global tech sector have invested in onboarding processes to help new employees assimilate into a company, there is pressure to make a great first impr...

​Many of us have seen viral videos of the ‘mic drop’ resignation, where angry employees quit in a spectacular manner and burn bridges with the strong message of ‘I quit’, and they won’t be returning.However tempting going out in a blaze of glory may be, it is worth considering that professionals within the technology sector talk to each other, and an unprofessional resignati...

​The global tech sector is growing at a huge pace, with emerging technologies such as AI and blockchain revolutionizing the sector at a lightning pace. According to Comptia’s CyberStates report, there were 3.7 million tech job postings in 2018 in the US alone, with 400,000 postings in emerging technologies.At this crucial time for the tech sector, it is vital for employers t...

​“We’ll match what they’re offering.” It’s a moment that can catch you off guard. You’ve done the difficult bit, after all. You’ve survived marathon interview rounds, had your experience and expertise challenged, and come out on top – success, you’ve been offered the job! The only thing left to do was to rip off the band-aid and hand in your resignation. Unfortunately, your ...

​Toxic individuals in any workplace can act as a slowly-moving poison in any organization’s ecosystem. Behaviors such as consistent negativity, taking credit for other’s work, bullying and harassment can make it hard for others to maintain both their professionalism at work and their own well-being. The consequences can be disastrous.The technology sector relies on a collabo...

​Blind, a workplace app used by tech workers in America, surveyed its users in 2019 on whether they were currently experiencing burnout from work related stress. An astonishing 57% replied ‘yes’.Many people work in the technology sector because it is competitive and exciting; but it can also move at a lightning pace. The stress that comes with this environment can lead to fe...

If you are struggling to see a traditional career path ahead of you in the tech sector, it is because it no longer exists. The fast-moving pace of the tech sector means companies are constantly pivoting to adapt to the new technological landscape, and new skill requirements are born as often as others become obsolete.Guidance from experienced and engaged managers is required...