Engineers spend much of their time learning technical skills. However, they may not be as invested in learning the communication and business knowledge needed to ascend to leadership positions. These skills are becoming especially important as digital transformation is forcing traditional workforces to evolve. While technical certifications can certainly make an impressive addition to your […]
Utah and Connecticut recently joined a growing number of U.S. states – including California, Colorado, and Virginia — passing data privacy laws. These regulations give citizens greater control over their data and empower them to hold organizations that violate the rules accountable. A number of federal governments, including the European Union, China, Brazil, have also […]
Digital transformation isn’t only a process of adopting new technological tools – it is a series of changes that will impact every facet of your organization. As such, it’s important for organizations to anticipate the impact digital transformation will have across their departments, employees, and customers. “Organization leaders need to look at why they want […]
Have you been stuck in the same technical profession for years? Whether you are looking for a job with more opportunities or desire to move into a completely new field, making the right moves and staying focused on your goals will be essential to landing your next gig. Here are seven steps you can take […]
Like it or not, remote and hybrid work is here to stay. Even with pandemic office lockdowns easing, many workers who began working from home at the start of the pandemic are still doing so in some capacity. According to a recent Gallup survey, which assessed the experiences, needs, and future plans of over 140,000 […]
Technical jobs are among the most popular and well-paying careers in today’s job market. Whether you are a recent college graduate or a professional looking to change roles, there is no shortage of technical careers from which to choose. However, some technical careers are more sought-after than others. According to the employer review service Glassdoor, […]
The Great Resignation is forcing many hiring managers to focus on skills over college degrees. This shift is extending to technical careers, as the job market experiences a growing desire for workers with both hard and soft skills. When there is not enough talent to supply demand, employers tend to emphasize skills over four-year degrees, […]
Technology professionals are some of the most sought-after workers in today’s economy. Currently, only 1.7 percent of tech workers in the U.S. are unemployed, compared to about 4 percent of the rest of the workforce, according to the New York Times. For those who work in cyber security, unemployment drops to around 0.2 percent. Tech […]
An effective leader often used to be seen as someone who is smart, fearless, and decisive. However, as more organizations shift to remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic, many leaders are struggling to live up to these old clichés. Traditional leadership styles don’t flourish in digital environments like they did during in-person ones. Additionally, uncertainty […]
After thousands of organizations were forced to digitally transform during the COVID-19 pandemic, many leaders are wondering what’s next. While the adoption of digital transformation accelerates, the pandemic also continues to present challenges to organizations’ digital transformation plans. As such, leaders should prepare to deal with the unexpected, embrace new processes and innovations, and let […]
