“Employees who believe that management is concerned about them as a whole person — not just an employee — are more productive, more satisfied, more fulfilled. Satisfied employees mean satisfied customers, which leads to profitability.” -Anne M. Mulcahy, Former CEO of Xerox Corporation Companies work best when their employees perform at high levels, find motivation and… Read more »

According to Career Builder, 52 percent of employers now use social media networking sites as a part of the recruiting process. This figure is up 13 percent in just two years. It’s becoming clear that social media recruiting is on the rise. With so many human resources professionals using it as a tool to discover… Read more »

For any business to truly gain a competitive edge, integrating managerial economics into its decision-making process is essential. Managerial economics, according to Mark Hirschey and Eric Bentzen, is the study of how economic forces affect organizations and how their leaders can use economic principles to achieve optimal outcomes. Found everywhere from large corporations to nonprofits,… Read more »

“A good system shortens the road to the goal.” –Orison Swett Marden, author and founder of Success magazine No field stresses the importance of a well-built system quite like computer science. Effective computer systems ensure a logical workflow, increase general efficiency and make it easier for companies to deliver high-quality products to their clients. The System… Read more »

“Employees are a company’s greatest asset — they’re your competitive advantage.” –Anne M. Mulcahy, former CEO, Xerox Corporation The right hiring decisions can truly define a company. In an effort to build top-quality workforces, human resource departments are increasingly turning to advanced tools such as personality tests to aid them in their hiring decisions. In… Read more »

“Talent is the multiplier. The more energy and attention you invest in it, the greater the yield. The time you spend with your best is, quite simply, your most productive time.” –Marcus Buckingham, author of First, Break All the Rules: What the World’s Greatest Managers Do Differently Talent management is an emerging approach to human resources… Read more »

The buzz about the startup culture in Austin is making it one of America’s fastest growing cities. From 2010 to 2015 its population grew significantly, a total of 8.2 percent according to census estimates. The city’s tech startup scene is certainly one of the major reasons for the growth, as aspiring entrepreneurs choose Austin as… Read more »

Algorithms are essential building blocks in the practice of computer science. As written instructions that help computers operate, they ensure the accomplishment of particular functions, as well as the speed and total workability of software systems. While computer systems use many algorithms, a few in particular are notable for their significant impact. Notable Computer Science… Read more »

Personality tests are an increasingly popular tool for companies to evaluate potential job candidates. These tests allow employers to identify a candidate’s personality traits, tendencies and work styles, which in turn assists them in making smarter hiring decisions. While no single personality test can offer all the candidate information a company may desire, a number… Read more »

Now, it seems, is an opportune time to join the app development market. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, software developer positions are projected to increase 17 percent by 2024. App developers alone earn a mean annual wage of more than $102,000. However, successfully competing in the mobile market is an endeavor that requires… Read more »