Computer pros: The next OT minefield?

November 18, 2008 by · Comments Off
Filed under: In this week's e-newsletter, IT staffing, Latest News & Views, Security and law 

Of all the confusion over the FLSA’s overtime rules, there’s one part of the law that’s especially problematic for a lot of companies: Read more

Tech hiring interviews: Don’t forget the soft skills

September 25, 2008 by · Comments Off
Filed under: In this week's e-newsletter, IT staffing, Latest News & Views, Uncategorized 

When you’re hiring IT staff, obviously you need people with the right technical skills. But other factors, like people skills or business knowledge, are also key. Here are some things to ask in an interview to keep those soft skills in focus. Read more

Hiring IT? Watch out for these lies

September 22, 2008 by · Comments Off
Filed under: Applicant background screening, IT staffing, Special Report 

As HR knows, plenty of candidates aren’t completely honest on their resumes. But which employees are most likely to bend the truth? Near the top of the list are applicants for IT jobs — an area in which dishonesty can cause serious problems for companies. Read more

Tight times shift staffers’ wish lists

September 3, 2008 by · Comments Off
Filed under: In this week's e-newsletter, IT staffing, Latest News & Views, Telecommuting 

Which would employees rather have, a pay raise or the opportunity to telecommute? Read more