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6 Rules of LinkedIn Etiquette

It’s no secret that LinkedIn is a great resource for tech professionals who are looking for a new gig, or simply trying to strengthen their professional network. What does seem to be a secret, however, is that, when used incorrectly, LinkedIn can actually harm your professional reputation. Since we’re sure you don’t want to do[…]

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6 Ways to Blow the Tech Interview Before It Begins

You know the rules. Dress nicely. Be on time. Answer questions, but don’t speak too much. Never lie. Like I said, you know the rules of interviewing, the things that’ll automatically set you apart from the other candidates. While that’s great and all, none of this will save you if you make an initial bad[…]

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Not actively looking for a job? Still talk to a technical recruiter.

If you’re reading this, a technical recruiter has probably recently reached out to you even though you’re not actively searching for a job. What’s more is that you’re probably also wondering whether or not you should respond to their message. If both of the above are true, this means that, somewhere in your mind, you’re[…]

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Why You Need LinkedIn as an IT Consultant

LinkedIn. It’s today’s largest, and most successful, business focused social media networking platform. Despite it’s ability to connect millions of people and help place thousands in new roles, a large number of people are still holding out on joining. A surprising number of technical consultants are included in this list of holdouts. Though not having[…]

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Four Reasons Technical Consultants Need A Technical Recruiter

Are you a technical consultant? Yes? Great. Do you have a technical recruiter? No? How’s that going? Isn’t not that you can’t go through the technical recruiting process without a technical recruiter. You can. It’s just that the process is made a little more stressful and a little less effective. Without a technical recruiter, you[…]

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Surviving IT Recruiting: How to Answer Crucial Interview Questions

You’ve done your research. You understand the requirements of the position, the culture of the company, and what knowledge and personal skills are needed to be successful in this role. You’re a company expert. Perfect! In an interview setting, this knowledge allows you to illustrate that you not only understand and recognize the company’s needs,[…]

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Advice About Phone Interviews From a Technical Recruiting Firm

Technical consultants, I know you want to find the perfect technical consulting contract. I also know that you want to make a good impression. So why do you keep making these same, simple interview mistakes? And, just for the record, when I say simple, I really mean it. I’m not talking about the right or[…]

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Technical Recruiters: Why They Do (or Don’t) Like You

Without a technical recruiter, your life goes a little something like this: Blindly search for a technical consulting contract while you balance combing job postings, your current contract, and personal life. Seems a bit daunting, doesn’t it? This whole process can be made much easier with a technical recruiter. While you’re off spending time at[…]

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IT Recruiting Timeline

Don’t you wish there was an ‘Easy Button’ for life? I mean, really, think of all the things that could happen. Automatic solutions to technical problems. 5 second commutes. IT consulting positions coming at you left and right. The possibilities are endless.   While those of us at Base36 can’t offer you an easy button,[…]

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Technical Recruiters: How to Get on Their Short List

You’ve done your research. You’ve found the perfect IT recruiting firm. Score! What happens next though? How do you reach your goals? At the end of the day, the answer boils down to forming a strong business relationship with your recruiter. But does this mean you sit back and passively wait for a job? Do[…]