Technical Staffing in the Midwest
The Right Way to Protect Your Intellectual Property
The most valuable assets of the world’s leading tech companies continue to swing from the realm of the physical – machines, computers, hardware – to the realm of the intangible – information, data, and ideas. According to the Harvard Business Review, intangible assets now comprise at least 80% of the value of any major Fortune […]
Why Diversity and Inclusiveness Matter to Your Employees
Studies show that having a homogenized culture where everyone is very similar in age, gender, race, or other demographic characteristics, harms an organization. It certainly makes it more difficult to attract talent; companies lacking diversity are simply not a top choice for the average employee. Here’s why inclusiveness should matter to your business and […]
Burn Out in Tech is Now a Real Medical Syndrome
As a member of the tech industry you’ve experienced or witnessed burnout, either short-term or long-term, on the job. The nature of the industry is to expect radical ups and downs in workload. For example, implementations, upgrades or large rollouts that be completed under deadline and without interfering with daily business of the company can lead to long hours. Technical professionals may be required to respond […]
How to Develop a Corporate Culture That No One Will Want to Leave
For many years, companies have been taking one approach to onboarding. “Welcome to our company, take it or leave it.” Historically, there hasn’t been a lot of focus on corporate culture, or whether the office is even someplace employees want to be. The assumption was always people need jobs, and a company was […]
Looking for a New Career? Try One of These 8 Most In-Demand Tech Jobs
Technology workers are some of the most highly sought-after skilled employees in the United States today. The unemployment rate is as low as the demand for digital products is high. This means employees with technology skills can command the best wages and top jobs in the employment market. This article will look at […]
Reducing Hiring Bias is the First Step Toward Building a More Diverse Tech Team
Chances are, your hiring process is missing good candidates because you’re falling prey to hiring biases you may not even know you have. Studies show that unconscious bias permeates most of our hiring processes, which is why companies often enact diversity and inclusions programs. The Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) says, “Unconscious racism, […]
Struggling to Find Tech Talent? Try These 5 Things
Tech talent is today’s purple squirrel; in most markets, these professionals are, at best, elusive, and at worst, a myth. Globally, analysts say there will be a talent shortage of over 85.2 million technology experts (by when?). This means companies will be forced to walk away from lucrative contracts because there simply isn’t enough […]
Employers Are Looking For These Database Engineer Skills
If you’re a database engineer, congratulations may be in order. Numerous employers are currently seeking your talents to help them build new databases, configure existing systems, and perform regular maintenance. However, your job prospects depend in large part on your skill set. Here are the most in-demand database engineering skills among Michigan employers: Knowledge […]
Managers Need to Think Like Employees in Order to Retain Their Top Performers
Wondering why your best employees keep abandoning you for the competition? The truth is your management style may be to blame. If your team leaders aren’t setting clear expectations and providing the right rewards, it’s only logical that your top performers would find other employers who appreciate their efforts. Read on for tips on retaining […]
Where is the Tech Industry Headed in 2019?
As technology continues to evolve, companies are expanding their workforces to keep up. From virtual reality to artificial intelligence, changes in the way we live our lives are forcing companies to seek out workers with new skills and abilities. A leader in Michigan tech staffing, Select Resources, helps companies throughout the state find top […]