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During the height of the pandemic, “superhero” was the truest description for who ourhealthcare workers are and the work they do. They indisputably save lives. Now, a threat ofa different kind is spreading, so a new hero has emerged: the cybersecurity professional.They’re not saving lives in a literal sense, but they’re protecting us all theRead more

When employees know their skills are in demand, it’s hard to keep them around by dangling raises and career advancement opportunities. Tech executives should consider an employee-first approach of creating a culture that is equitable, inclusive, and diverse.

Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) programs are common in today’s workplaces as companies strive to connect with an increasingly diverse customer base. Whether operating globally or servicing a local clientele, business leaders recognize that customer demographics are changing and reaching them requires employees who bring different perspectives. But, is incorporating diversity and inclusion strategies into theRead more

As the school year draws to a close for many across the country, students aren’t the only ones getting ready for prime internship season. Companies are also looking at fresh ways to leverage interns this summer and beyond.  For the third post in my #MindTheTechTalentGap blog series, I’m taking a look at Micro-Internships, and howRead more

The economy keeps humming along, and with it, the labor market shows momentum month after month. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ January 2019 jobs report, for example, showed that employers added a total of 304,000 jobs, much higher than the originally forecasted 165,000. To keep up with this relentless pace, companies of all shapesRead more

In this post and subsequent ones in my new #MindTheTechTalentGap blog series, I’ll talk to a variety of Chicago talent professionals about why we need to “mind” this particular gap and how to leverage and convert this awareness into actual solutions. We’ll explore the strategies you can employ now to address this challenge before itRead more