Monthly IT and Technology Jobs Report – April 2021

IT and Technology Jobs Report April 2021 Unemployment Rate for IT and Tech Jobs* Apr 2021: 3.3% Mar 2021: 1.9% Apr 2020 (last year): 5.6% Total IT and Tech Jobs* Apr 2021: 5,686,000 Mar 2021: 5,920,000 Apr 2020 (last year): 5,735,000 US Economy Jobs Added Apr 2021: 266,000 Mar 2021: 916,000 Apr 2020 (last year): (20,679,000) US Unemployment Rate Apr 2021: 6.1% Mar 2021: 6.0% Apr 2020 (last year): 14.8% Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics "Small businesses are encouraged by vaccine distribution. 72% of SMBs are expecting increased revenues in the next 12 months" Source: Vistage SMB CEO Survey  

Monthly IT and Technology Jobs Report – March 2021

IT and Technology Jobs Report March 2021 Unemployment Rate for IT and Tech Jobs* Mar 2021: 1.9% Feb 2021: 2.4% Mar 2020 (last year): 2.4% Total IT and Tech Jobs* Mar 2021: 5,920,000 Feb 2021: 5,870.000 Mar 2020 (last year): 5,658,000 US Economy Jobs Added Mar 2021: 916,000 Feb 2021: 379,000 Mar 2020 (last year): (1,683,000) US Unemployment Rate Mar 2021: 6.0% Feb 2021: 6.2% Mar 2020 (last year): 4.5% Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics "Small businesses are encouraged by vaccine distribution. 72% of SMBs are expecting increased revenues in the next 12 months" Source: Vistage SMB CEO Survey  

What Soft Skills to put on a Technical Resume Part 2

Soft skills refer to interpersonal skills that reflect your personal attributes. They demonstrate whether you can fit into a company’s culture and handle adversity. With the Coronavirus pandemic rapidly changing the job market, soft skills are more important than ever to employers. Mentioning these skills in your resume can help improve your chances of securing a job interview. Read on as we discuss the top soft skills that are important for technical roles. 1. Leadership Leadership is one of the most sought-after qualities in a candidate. Good leaders are hard to come by, and according to Elucidat, there is a [...]

Houston IT and Software Job Postings Now Surpass Pre-COVID Levels

When COVID first came on the scene in early 2020, job postings and hiring took a nosedive and stayed down for a while. Job postings for IT and software positions have now surpassed their pre-COVID levels. The number of IT and software job postings in Houston for January 2021 are at 111% of pre-COVID levels. Companies are hiring again with a vengeance. This is a clear sign companies are actively progressing on their 2021 Digital Transformation strategies. When COVID first hit the news cycle in 2020, job postings and hiring took a nosedive. Even before the first COVID case [...]

What Soft Skills to put on a Technical Resume Part 1

The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed the job market in the last year. The demand for technical roles continues to be high, and new job opportunities are opening up every day. Of course, there is also a great deal of competition you need to overcome too. Your soft skills are a valuable asset here. It can differentiate your resume from other applicants and get you through the door. Read on as we discuss the best soft skills to list on your resume. 1. Adaptability Adaptability is more important than ever for organizations. With COVID-19 forcing most businesses to shift to [...]