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February 09, 2022

Are Remote Tech Jobs Here to Stay?

The Guide to the Future of Work for Tech Talent What You'll Learn What's changed recently in remote workA review of the types of remote work including definitionsWhat to expect in the coming...

May 11, 2020

What's the Impact of COVID-19 on my Job Search?

Understanding the shift in the job search landscape post Covid-19 As we start to emerge from the initial waves of COVID-19, what's the impact on a job search? By now we are well acquainted with...

February 10, 2020

Running Effective Meetings: An Engineer's Guide

If you’re the leader of a software development team, chances are good that your engineers spend more time than they’d prefer on things other than developing software. Much of this time is probably...

May 13, 2019

P.S. I’m Not a Bot. Life as a Talent Success Manager

Most people in the recruitment industry will tell you they just fell into it — no one really thought about recruitment as a dream job when they were little. As a child, I grew up wanting to become a...

May 02, 2019

Crash Course in Programming with AI

Though we’re still a ways out from building machines that will take over the world with artificial superintelligence, AI programming has come a long way. It has found its way into a myriad of...

April 23, 2019

5 Benefits of Working for Mission-Driven Companies

A company's mission is its heart and soul. For a company to be genuinely mission-driven, it must not only have a mission but must also drive with it. This means walking the talk and ensuring that...

March 26, 2019

The Highest Paid Engineering Roles in San Francisco Right Now

Tech jobs in San Francisco are generally known to come hand in hand with handsome compensation. Although other cities are increasingly rising to compete, the Bay Area has managed to maintain the...

March 05, 2019

Developers Weigh In on Coding Bootcamps

Top technical talent can come from anywhere—from developers who never finished high school to those with multiple advanced degrees. For non-engineers hoping to make a career switch to software...

March 01, 2019

What Developers Really Think of Pair Programming

Truth be told, many developers will tell you they prefer to work in an environment without meetings, colleagues, or even meals (see: Soylent) to distract them. But pair programming, an agile...

March 01, 2019

Dear Developers: Coding Languages That Will Set You Apart

As any software engineer will tell you, there are a plethora of coding languages out there and varying attitudes toward each at both the company and individual level. To dive a level deeper, Hired’s...

February 28, 2019

From Supply Chain to IP Protection: Why Demand for Blockchain Engineers is Exploding

There’s no doubt about it: Technology is evolving at an ever-increasing rate, making it that much more important for technical talent to stay on top of new trends and skills that are in demand today...

February 22, 2019

Effective Delegation Strategies for Product Managers

Everyone knows that relentless focus and prioritization are table stakes in managing a product to success. But as the product grows, and the list of priorities grows with it, it can become...

February 21, 2019

The Truth About Keeping Up with Your LinkedIn

LinkedIn has added a new layer to professional networking and career growth, making connections easier—but also creating the need to keep your profile up-to-date and to stay in touch with valuable...

February 20, 2019

5 Tips for Managing Cross-Functional Software Teams

Cross-functional teams consist of people from different functional roles who operate to deliver a certain project or meet a specific goal. A team may, for example, consist of a product manager,...

February 18, 2019

5 Reasons to Stop Avoiding Conflict at Work

Conflict in the workplace can be tricky. On the one hand, there’s nowhere to run in an uncomfortable situation—you’ll still see your co-workers tomorrow (or on Monday). But on the other hand (and...

February 14, 2019

Tips to Manage a Remote Team

Remote work has been, and continues to be, on the rise. Nearly 43% of Americans report working remotely at least some of the time. There are many reasons for this: improved telecommunications,...

December 08, 2018

Everyone has that difficult colleague. Here’s how to deal with them

Whether it’s a team member you work closely with or a distant colleague that always seems to create problems when you work together, it’s virtually impossible to escape the working world unscathed...

October 16, 2018

8 Different Types of Company Culture that Exist Today

An Exploration of the 8 Types of Company Culture in Today's Workplace Have you ever wondered why everyone shows up 5 minutes late to meetings in your office, while your friend insists...

October 15, 2018

6 Traits of the Most Productive People (at Work and in Life)

Whether you’re a senior leader or have just started your career, being more productive is always something to aspire to—and luckily there’s a good amount of science out there to tell you how to do...

July 19, 2018

How Mindfulness Can Make You a Better Programmer

Maybe it was the last time you listened to a podcast, skimmed recent headlines, or caught up with friends, but chances are, it hasn’t been long since you heard a reference to “mindfulness.” No...

June 30, 2018

It’s Never a Good Sign When Interviewers Ask the Same Questions - Here’s Why

Job interviews can be both daunting and challenging—but remember that the interview is just as much a chance for you to evaluate the company as the other way around. And while there is seemingly...

June 30, 2018

Knowing Your Myers-Briggs Type Can Help You on the Job More Than You Think

If you’re a software engineer who’s completed the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, chances are good you already know you’re some combination of an I, T,or J. If you haven’t done the MBTI, you’re...

June 14, 2018

If You Don’t Find Purpose in your Work, Here’s What You Can Do

Finding purpose in your work is arguably one of the most illusive challenges—but, somewhat ironically, it’s incredibly easy to know when you lack it. If you’re finding your day-to-day to be...

May 23, 2018

Why Good Listeners Make For Great Leaders

While powerful leaders are often thought of as charismatic and dominant, data shows that introverted leaders are often just as, if not more, effective than their more gregarious counterparts. One...