As a software engineer, you know that the interview process is more than just a one-way street. It’s a two-way conversation, where you have the opportunity to learn about the company, the team, and the role you’re applying for. And what better way to do that than by asking the right questions? One of the […]
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Are you a software developer gearing up for a long job interview process? Fear not! We’ve got you covered with some tips to help you survive and ace those gruelling marathon interviews. 1. Research the Company and Role It’s Not Just About the Code. When facing an extended interview process, take the time to
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There are roughly 17 signs of a toxic workplace environment. A toxic workplace can be detrimental to an employee’s well-being, causing stress, anxiety, and even depression. Toxic work environments are characterised by negative behaviours from management and co-workers, such as bullying, yelling, manipulating, and belittling. Employees in a toxic work environment may be nervous to
As an IT Recruitment consultant, I’ve witnessed countless interviews where software engineers have missed golden opportunities to truly understand the company, the role, and the team they’re interviewing for. Asking the right questions can make all the difference in ensuring you’re making an informed decision about your next career move. One of the key types
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As an IT Recruitment consultant, I’ve witnessed countless interviews where software engineers have impressed (or underwhelmed) potential employers with their line of questioning. While technical prowess is undoubtedly crucial, the ability to ask insightful questions can be a game-changer in an interview setting. Today, we’ll focus on the often-overlooked ‘who’ questions – those that delve
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As an IT Recruitment consultant, I’ve witnessed countless interviews where software engineers have left crucial questions unasked. Asking the right questions can not only give you valuable insights into the company and role but also demonstrate your curiosity and critical thinking skills. Today, we’ll focus on the often-overlooked ‘where’ questions that can uncover hidden gems
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The 10 ‘WHY’ questions every software engineer should ask in an interview. As a software engineer, you’re not just a code monkey – you’re so much more than that. But even with all your powers, you can’t afford to go into an interview unprepared. That’s why you need to have a few killer ‘why’ questions
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Are you guilty of ‘Grumpy Staying’? In the ever-evolving world of work, we’ve seen trends like “quiet quitting” where unhappy employees silently leave their jobs. But now, there’s a new phenomenon on the rise: “grumpy staying.” It seems that more and more dissatisfied workers are choosing to stay put in their jobs, albeit with a
It’s 2002 somewhere in the USA.
This friend, Magnetron, is, in your mind, an English gentleman from the 1900s, who served in World War One, was an immigrant, a poet, and most obviously, an awesome Starcraft player.
With an incredible vivid and elaborate backstory, you would spend hours conversing with your friend. It may have been absurd, but it seemed so real, much to the puzzlement of his parents, but provided much ammunition for teasing by his sisters.
Magnetron was a microwave.
This is a true story.
Working Two Jobs At The Same Time Without Either Company Knowing
There is an underground trend in the States where white collar workers in tech, banking, insurance and other sectors are doubling their pay by undertaking two full-time remote jobs, and for the most part, not working too hard either, with many saying that they didn’t work more than forty hours for both jobs combined.
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