The HeadHuntress Blog

Red Sox Fans

I’ll take a Red Sox fan any way I can get them – face it – we’re not a picky lot. We want to win, and we hate everyone when we lose. We are not graceful, we’re direct, or candid more politely put. We like hot dogs, even contemplating what they’re made of, love beer, hate NY, Statue of Liberty is kind of nice, but otherwise nothing beats Boston. Nothing beats our team(s). Still – you know what kills me? My sister. She lives in Florida, she has never lived in Boston, or New England , and all the sudden I’m getting “we (we?) smashed that!!” text messages at the bottom of the first. Huh? And then this morning, “2^nd game tonight (like I don’t know)!!! We demolished the Rockies! WhoooHooo”. Right, I didn’t even know she liked baseball and now she is SUCH a fan I’m getting “chew em up/spit em out” texts? She’s jumping on this train – now, careful – I can call her a wannabe, YOU cannot.

Enjoy the game! JT

State of the Union - IT is on Fiyah!

If, even with all the information pouring in about the market – you are still concerned about finding a new opportunity in Information Technology – stop. One of our competitors pulled together an excellent article about the state of IT and what we will continue to see regarding trends and numbers – interesting read, enjoy.

We’ve brought in several outstanding new roles, we’re on site with clients, setting up full day interview schedules, making the hiring process as efficient as possible; and it’s working. We are moving fast. We are averaging two placements a day this week alone - it's that hot out there.

Let’s work together, make sure we’re communicating. If you see a role that interests you – call me, we’ll talk details. Or send me an email - would love to hear from you.

JT

What We've Got...

With over 100 roles on the desks of my Account Managers - we're focused on filling what we have. I have updated the opportunities and closed out what's not active - please review and let me know what roles you'd like more details on!

I remain strongly focused on finding a Software Development Lead, Software Engineers (Java and C/C++), Product Managers, Customer Support Engineers, System Architects, etc...etc...

Don't keep me a secret - forward this Blog on to those in your network who would enjoy!

Have a great weekend - JT

Jott.Com - Yes Please!

Mobile Note Taking! Are we serious? How many times are you out - driving around, just coming back from a client, running errands on a Sunday afternoon, and something you forgot to do, or something you need to do as soon as you return to the office - pops into your head...now, we've gotten smart enough not to hit the brakes and try to write it down - so instead? We lose the info. or think we're omnipotent and we’ll remember. Ha! Jott.com solves that one. Mobile note taking - and it works - keeps this rather disorganized girl in line.

JT

In a Word - Computers.

I like to keep an eye out for interesting articles focused on the careers that surround our "computers", I want to understand the trends, both for myself and for you. The more informed we are - the better strategic advantage we have.  Ran into a great article on projections for the next decade - CNN Money - can't beat that site. 50 Best Jobs.... gives you a pretty exciting perspective on how IT will forge ahead in the next decade. The better news? You can diversify in your field, the market will continue to grow and spider out into new directions, and compensation will remain competative.

Enjoy the read. JT

Google Finance - Love It.

Love to share resources I enjoy - just found this one Google Finance - great information on all public companies - best all-around company information resource I've found thus far.  Shares like companies, all financial data (obviously) - a nice blurb on the company, the management team - and their ages (??) - Discussions, Blog Posts, Events and latest news. Enjoy! - JT

I can't get no....Satisfaction.

Found a nice article on Yahoo regarding Job Satisfaction - Jump Start Your Job Satisfaction.  What stands out is personal responsibility. We are in charge of our careers - an honest assessment will tell you what's missing and how to fix it. First we have to buy into the idea that risks are not just for bungie jumping or sky diving - risks are for everyday experiences - it's about questioning whether we're feeling good about where our choices have led us. It's breaking out the ole Pro and Con list and seeing if a change is in order - and you have limitless opportunity if so, especially in this market - so go for it - double dog dare you. 

Do your homework, know what you are looking for - vague change answers no question, it simply postpones the status quo.  Then start your networking, asking questions, making connections - and see where it leads.