5 Tips to Recruit the Best Tech Talent

5 Tips to Recruit the Best Tech Talent Recruitment can be a long and expensive prospect but any business with growth ambitions must go through the process at some point. With the UK currently facing a skills shortage and a decrease in the pool of talent, businesses are  struggling to get enough qualified or skilled candidates through the door. The tech sector, in particular, is grappling to entice quality tech talent, into one of the country’s fastest-growing industries. The lack of available talent has turned technology recruitment into a candidate-driven market, and businesses are now the ones having to work harder to stand out from the crowd. At the same time, candidate motivations have changed, attitudes have evolved and needs have altered, so what can be done to attract the right tech talent? Well, to help you on your recruitment journey, below are a few top tips, so sit back, relax and take note… 1. Understand your candidate This might seem a bit obvious, but you’d be surprised how often understanding your candidate is misinterpreted. As the recruiter, you must know what skills and experience your ideal candidate will need. Do they need to have a degree or be able to use Photoshop? Once you’ve made the desired skills and experience clear, the next step is to figure out who that candidate is as a person. Ask yourself, will they fit in culturally to the business? Do they have the personality that will gel with other employees? If the answer is no, you’re not doing anyone any favors by carrying on. Experience comes with time, and you can always develop an individual’s skillset, but things like personality and culture fit cannot be taught so bringing a candidate into a business they won’t fit into is a waste of everyone’s time and money. 2. Looking in the right places The UK tech job market can be like a game of Wheres Waldo. Like Waldo, as a business, you’re competing to be noticed in an overcrowded market.  Much of the tech talent you’re looking for won’t be found on a traditional job board. In fact tech forums, chat rooms, social networks, and online platforms are where tech talent is most likely to be found. 3. Make your business sound desirable Recruitment isn’t just about businesses reviewing candidates, it’s about candidates reviewing the business. The pool of tech talent might be getting shallower, but a number of tech jobs is increasing all the time, and businesses face a tougher time convincing the best talent to come and work for them. If you’re offering the usual ‘chance to work on an exciting new project’ or a company Nando’s here and there, you’ll find it difficult to tempt candidates because everyone else is promising the same thing. Your business culture should be at the heart of your  organization  so make sure candidates know about it. Shout about your organization’s working environment, the opportunity for career development and training prospects. These are all things that the 21st-century candidate craves. 4. Recruit and upskill to fill talent gaps If you’ve been looking for an external candidate for a while but are struggling to fill vacancies, it could be that you need to look inside your business and see if there is anyone who could fill the gap with a bit of upskilling. This might take a bit longer to develop the desired skills, but on the other hand, if you have someone you know fits into the business, developing their current abilities could be the best answer. Promoting from within shows your workforce that progression opportunities are available. You may even find it easier to recruit for more junior positions as your current workforce progresses. 5. Develop a network The technology sector is an enormous economic entity, but a relatively small community. It is therefore important to immerse yourself in the community and get to know the tech talent of today. Be proactive because the better and bigger your network, the easier it will be to find new tech talent. So, there you have it, a few top tips to nab the best tech talent and hopefully keep them (fingers crossed). About the author:  Carl Sautereau is the Co-founder and COO  of Talent Deck, he handles  the overall growth strategy of the talent recruitment start-up, through operational, marketing and sales development planning and execution.

5 Secrets to Keeping Your Day Job as You Launch Your Business - Classy Career Girl

5 Secrets to Keeping Your Day Job as You Launch Your Business I get asked the question, “A life coach..how did you end up doing that?!” all the time when I am out and about in DC. Known for its ambitious hustling attitude, DC also houses some of the most innovative and creative people I know. People who deep down want to answer the question “How did you end up doing that?!”. I look around and I see more incubators opening their doors, and many women knocking and asking, will you hear what I have to offer? It’s an incredible time to start your own business here in the city what’s lesser known however, are the people who create these businesses while keeping their 9-5 career. I am one of those women, who sat in a cubicle a year and a half ago and felt the urge to let loose and try something totally different with her life. At that point, I was so scared of how excited I was that I hired a life coach to explore this side of me. What I found 6 months later was a new buzz-worthy career and a personal life coaching business. During those six months, I had a complete mind transformation, and as scary as it felt at times, it set me up for an amazing year to build my brand both at my day job and in my business. While most people I knew quit their jobs to pursue life coaching full time, I knew that wasn’t going to work with my current commitments. So instead of turning back and relinquishing the promises I made to myself, I did the opposite. I kept moving forward, learning a new job and the ins and outs of running my own business all at the same time. What happened was nothing short of magical, I had coaching clients and a list of new ideas to launch almost immediately. In my day job we were encouraged to pursue what we really love, so I made sure whenever possible, to learn and volunteer my time to things that truly excited me. Although my calendar was full for the first 6 months of my  side hustle, it gradually molded into a system. Not a logical one, that wouldn’t come until later, but rather a loose structure of how to fill my time with the necessities of work and life. The day job could have been seen as a block, something that could take away from my “time” to devote to my business, but it became an enhancer, and a way for me to get energized and grow myself professionally. My ability to connect with clients relies heavily on what experiences I bring to our conversations. When I hear clients talking about stress and balance, I’m able to really relate to them however they are feeling in that moment. I know it because I too lived it (and still live it too). I now look at my day job and my side hustle business  both as opportunities to work together. This mindset shift provided me with the permission to be the go-getting lady I always wanted to be. 5 Secrets to Keeping Your Day Job As You Launch Your Business 1.Be clear about your goals and expectations Running a side hustle means you have finite time to execute your business strategy. Get clear about the goals you set up for yourself and keep the mindset that you are in this for the long run. 2. Get comfortable being Uncomfortable There are days when balancing both can feel like I’m running to keep up with the next appointment, and that’s ok. When I first started my business I was constantly evaluating how I felt about learning and meeting so many new people at once. I spent too much time worrying about why I felt so uneasy jumping from learning a day job to learning my business. If you hear that noise, realize that it isn’t “you”, it’s your ego. 3. Grow both together Even if you plan on leaving your day job one day to pursue your hustle full time, look for ways in the immediate future to build necessary skills in both. By aligning you day work with strategies you need for your business, you’ll feel happier, and more likely to enjoy your day job more. 4. Find support A busy lady needs a good support system to keep her going. This includes family, friends, lovers, cats, dogs, whatever recharges your heart! 5. Evolve as you go As your side hustle grows, focus on how to adapt when you get to that point. Your organizational system and decision to hire another employee happen when you notice you need them. Be aware of new and exciting tools to help you manage the business, just be sure to take it one step at a time and enjoy the journey!

Remember Connect and Grow Possibilities - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Remember Connect and Grow Possibilities - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Frequently, when you are relaxed and away from the computer, the names of people will come to mind. A great habit to acquire is to jot down those names in a safe place for easy recall when you return to your desk. With a list in place, reach out one by one, to extend a message of “I was thinking of you.” These types of messages are among the ones to be returned first. People love to be remembered. Even if the relationship is merely a business acquaintance, you will hear back. Imagine the possibilities that could grow just from taking a simple action. The type of communication, such as phone or emailed greeting card, doesn’t matter as much as the sincere follow-up when you do connect. Have a concrete reason as to why you wish to reconnect to start a dialogue. Perhaps you met someone else who reminded you of this person, or you want to introduce the two. It is in those special moments when someone’s name comes to mind, there is usually a good reason as to the “why”. Another great time to reconnect is when it comes to holidays. The kindness of calling someone to say you were thinking of them, and wanted to wish them a happy holiday, brings joy into their lives. An added touch is to ask their plans. Spreading added joy to those you care about or who come to mind will strengthen your relationship, and potentially, build future possibility for business. This idea stems from original sales advice received. My first Sales Manager suggested that on every holiday, I gift every single person encountered, while prospecting for business, with a miniature candy bar. The investment was minimal, but the results were tremendous. With a big smile on my face, I would walk up to the guard, doorman, secretary etc. and wish each a happy holiday while handing them the candy. This would quickly be followed with an innocent asking of, “I was wondering if you could help me?” Sure enough, the help was almost 100%. Honest! The disclaimer today concerns the maximum security at many office buildings. However, if you still walk a territory and have business parks in your area, this is well worth a try. Mother’s Day just past but Father’s Day is around the corner. Consider using this holiday as the opportunity to reconnect with those who have fallen out of touch. A word of caution is, don’t assume someone is a father, but they may be celebrating with friends or family. They will be happy to hear your good wishes for a nice weekend. Underlying all of this is the fact that people buy from people they know, like and trust. The thoughtfulness positively builds your personal brand.  By showing you are thinking of the person, and that you care enough to take the time to wish them a good holiday, will go miles in building a strong relationship. Ultimately this may well turn into new projects and possibly added sales. Take some quiet time to make a list of all those who come to mind, such as friends, neighbors, clients and prospective clients, to efficiently reach out and connect. You and they will be glad you did! This is one more way to enjoy the Smooth Sale!

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Tips For Writing a Powerful Resume

Tips For Writing a Powerful ResumeWriting a powerful resume can be quite difficult. The person who is trying to land a position has many things to take into consideration before even looking at the resume. This is where having a list of the most important qualities that the employer will look for makes sense.The first thing that an employer is going to look for when looking at your resume is how you did it. There is no better way to impress the employer than by writing a resume that you can show off to anyone. Not only do they have to know how you did what you did, but how you did it is going to tell them what you are capable of doing. If your resume doesn't look impressive, then it will not make the cut.The next three important things to put in the resume are education, training and work experience. Each one is vital to the final product and must be included. Without any of these items, it will just be another pile of paper on the desk of the hiring manager. All these things should be included and make it as appealing as possible.One other thing to note when writing a resume is that the employee should never mention their own job history. If they have worked for someone else for a certain amount of time, then they should not list their own work history. The reason for this is that this could show up as another negative to the hiring manager.The biggest mistake made when trying to write a resume is listing the person's name, last name or other identifying information. This information is best left out and should only be listed by titles. It is best to put as much information as possible in the resume but not too much information so that it is not going to be taken completely out of context.Another great tip is to make sure the resume has a one page format. This is very important because it makes the whole thing more appealing. It is also much easier to read because it is just one page.The next tip is to use a different font for the bullet points, and bold type for the areas that the applicant wants the employer to see. Using different fonts is going to make the resume much more appealing to the reader. This will also help with the employer, who may not know English or knows less about the applicant.Lastly, a final tip when writing a resume is to make sure it is well organized. It is best to have the resumes in categories and start at the top. Having one order that makes sense, and also makes it easier to put in will save a lot of time.

People hire people - Sterling Career Concepts

People hire people People hire people Remember that people hire people. It sounds so basic and obvious. People hire people. Yet, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by technology in a job search. As a result, we worry about how to make résumés ATS-friendly. Or we focus on getting your LinkedIn profile to appear in recruiter searches. Dont get me wrong its important to consider technology during your job search. I just want you to remember that ultimately people hire people. At the end of the day, people still make the final decisions on who to bring back for interviews and to whom to extend offers. Therefore, connecting to the right person at a company can make all the difference between getting hired and not even getting a response to your application. Heres a related post on this topic:  How to network purposefully.

Phone Interview Secrets to Success

Phone Interview Secrets to Success Phone Interview Secrets to Success Janet, an attorney and looking for a new job, had about 15 phone interviews since January. “…but Im having a hard time getting to the next level, an in-person interview. I am very confident in my skills when interviewing in person, but I never seem to make it there. I do follow up e-mails, thank you letters, and ask good questions during my phone interviews. How do I ace a phone interview and turn it into an invitation for an in-person interview?” Phone interviews are hard! You can’t see the interviewer to build a personal connection, you can’t read their non-verbal language, and sometimes it’s downright awkward. Yet phone interviews are on the rise to minimize the high cost of face-to-face interviews and to efficiently weed out a stack of applicants. The good news: a phone interview is an open-book quiz! You get to cheat on phone interviews! You get to have notes in front of you with scripted answers to every one of the most commonly asked interview questions. And the key to a great phone interview is to know when to stop talking. Here is Dana Manciagli’s Law of Threes for interviews: Say no more than three bullet-point answers to every question then stop talking. Again, 2-3 short answers and shut up. This will not only make you more at ease, you will appear confident to the listener. If they want more information, they will ask! Three more ways to get to the face-to-face interview level: Don’t underestimate anybody. Whether the person on the other end of the phone is a 22-year old screener, a recruiter, a human resources manager, or the hiring manager, you need to be positive, energetic, and focused. Find a quiet location, stand up so you project your voice, and listen to the questions very carefully. Make yourself relevant to them. Be sure you have studied the job description and answer with skills and experiences that are important to solve their challenges. Interviews are not about you! Go for the close. Many interviewees tell me, “They hung up before I could ask for the next step.” Even if the call is running late and they are saying goodbye, you need to read your scripted close that shows your passion and asks for the face-to-face interview. An example: “Ms. Jones, I’d like to express my passion for this position and ask for the opportunity to have a face-to-face interview.” Write me with your job search challenges at any time!