Female executive representation in tech is woefully behind other sectors, with just 9% of functional executive rolesheld by women compared with a workforce average of 26%. This is despite studies showing women in leadership positions raise an organisation’s likelihood of outperforming in their sector on...
Once again, a new year has arrived. Over the Christmas break, many of us have reflected on our previous year at work and what direction we’d like to take in 2022. Now that your feet are back under your desk, it’s time to put down...
Employers and job seekers alike have been on a bumpy ride since early 2020, especially as social distancing and economic uncertainty have impacted business-as-usual. If you've heard the phrase 'The Great Resignation' of late, you might be familiar with warnings sounded in the business community about...
As a new year unfolds, it’s important to take the time to take stock of all that's happened over the previous twelve months (as eventful as they were!), not just personally but also from the perspective of your career. Career reflection is the best thing...
For many employers, the end of the year is a time for winding down, reflecting and planning, with recruitment often sitting very low on the priority list. However, December offers an unparalleled opportunity to get ahead of the competition and lock in talent before the...
The Technology industry is a fast-paced game with high stakes. Tight deadlines, diverse technical challenges and demanding projects are inherent to this competitive field, but they can also make it easy to neglect your own wellbeing. The good news is that there are simple steps you...
Looking for a new tech role brings much excitement and potential reward, but it can be a little daunting if you’re job searching in uncertain times. You might feel some hesitation to leave the relative security of your current job, but with so many outstanding...
Nobody wants to be haunted by the one that got away; that time when you had your dream candidate in front of you, only to see them slip through your fingers and accept another offer. But how does this happen and, more importantly, what can...
The success of a hiring process can be distilled into two key variables: the pool of available talent and the selection process. In recent years, the focus for many organisations has been on the former, candidate attraction, often at the expense of candidate selection. Now, COVID-19...
In this competitive market, finding candidates who tick all the skill and experience boxes for a role can be a tough ask. However, being open to hiring candidates with transferable skills and a good attitude can go a long way towards overcoming skill shortages that...