Akraya - kn

Now that you have your degree and have put your career into motion, how do you keep it in motion? Why, networking of course! You can find mentors and career growth opportunities just by keeping in touch with the people you’ve met over the course of your career.
Networking doesn’t have to be a business card grab-game with sweaty palms and awkward elevator speeches. It’s the 21st Century and time to update your definition of networking with these five ways to establish and build your professional network:

Managers in every industry are challenged to find new ways to keep inspiring and motivating employees throughout the year. In the IT industry, these strategies could look very different than government, education or manufacturing. We like these tips for inspiring IT employees and keeping them motivated throughout the year.

In some industries, employment costs make up almost 50% of a firm’s expenditures. It’s understandable that when executives look at the bottom line, payroll stands out as an easy area to cut. Here are some alternative places to look for cost-cutting before considering a workforce reduction:

As the most educated generation continues to grow the workforce, a master’s degree can help to set you apart from the competition. For more information on the most in-demand degrees and how they fit into the industry, see What to Expect after Your Masters.

Recruiters are a valuable tool when you’re looking for a job. They are directly connected with employers and possess insider information not only on the types of positions available, but also the specific work environment and performance expectations for specific teams.

Candidates must thoroughly prepare for how to present themselves effectively in job interviews and make strong impressions on hiring managers. In previous posts, we discussed What Hiring Managers are Looking For and What Kind of Person gets Hired.

While the trend seems to favor UI/UX web developers in the software development industry, we should point out that most, if not all, internet-enabled applications and systems require some kind of back-end business on the other side. One of the best platforms to build the server side back-end of web applications is the Java EE platform, which leverages the community-driven Java language and a robust support system.

Hiring authorities are always looking for that dream candidate who’ll fit right into the position, make a real contribution and grow with the company. But some processes actually make staffing harder than it needs to be. So here are some tips to streamline the hiring process:

It’s January again and for many, that means making sound resolutions to eat healthier, exercise more or nix a bad habit or two. One set of resolutions too often overlooked are New Year’s Career Resolutions. While you’re hitting the treadmill at the gym tonight, here are a few New Career’s Resolutions to ponder in 2016.

Choosing a career is daunting. So many people are unhappy in their careers, and further challenged by the prospect of a career change every couple of years just to stay marketable in your area of expertise. If you are looking for a career that is in high demand and allows creative freedom without having to completely change careers to stay on course, consider Front-End Development.