IT workers No. 2 in drinking contest
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Which departments in your company contain the biggest party people? The answers may surprise you. Read more
Tech workers trained to flirt
Filed under: In this week's e-newsletter, IT staffing, Latest News & Views, Training
Many companies train their IT staffers to make sure they have the latest technical skills needed to succeed. Here’s some training that’s entering new territory. Read more
Who’s most anxious about job security?
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In a rough economy, HR has a new challenge to overcome: helping employees deal with anxiety about their finances and futures. Read more
Almost time to file H-1B visa applications
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On March 31, companies can start filing petitions for H-1B visas, the document most often used to bring foreign IT workers into the U.S. And if last year is any indication, companies will want to file as soon as they can. Read more
Letting staff go? Make sure IT knows about it
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Companies have a lot to think about during staff cutbacks. One important item that’s often overlooked: Read more
IT workers tired of food-related PC mishaps
Filed under: Employee computer use, In this week's e-newsletter, IT staffing, Latest News & Views
Does your company have a lot of employees who eat lunch at their desks? If so, the folks in IT might not be too happy about it. Read more
Foreign tech workers win huge settlement
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The Department of Labor is targeting wage and hour violations involving H-1B visa holders, many of whom work in IT. Read more
What your IT manager wants in a new hire
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Recruiters and HR pros are often given the tough task of finding suitable candidates for IT jobs — which can be hard for people without a technical background. Read more
Financial meltdown may glut IT job market
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Recruiters and IT managers are keeping an eye on how recent meltdowns among big brokerage and banking firms will impact the IT job market. Read more
Employees want to telecommute? 6 questions you need to ask
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Are your managers, IT and HR all on the same page about whether to let employees telecommute if they ask? Read more
