You Don’t Hire Resumes. You Hire Habits, Judgment, and Grit.
News & Resources
In 2025, most companies can’t afford to keep hiring like they did in 2021.
Budgets are tighter. Every headcount requires more justification. And even when there’s approval, the hiring process takes longer — not just because of caution, but because the stakes are higher.
So while many companies are focused on hiring smarter, here’s an equally critical question:
What are you doing to hold onto the talent you already have?
Exit Interviews Come Too Late — Do This Instead.
Even the most experienced senior and executive-level technical professionals are feeling it.
The market is slower. Budgets are tighter. Hiring cycles are longer.
Here’s what no one tells you about job hunting in this kind of climate — and how you can navigate it effectively.
What No One Tells Senior Tech Leaders About Job Hunting ...
In 2025, many IT managers find themselves caught in a difficult position: the need to build and maintain a skilled technical team while dealing with tight budgets. Balancing these two priorities is a constant challenge, but it’s not impossible. This article explores practical strategies for IT managers to manage hiring demands without exceeding budget limits.
Balancing Hiring Needs and Budget Constraints for IT Managers
After 20+ years in tech recruiting, I’ve seen even the most accomplished engineering leaders get overlooked.
Not because they lacked experience — but because their resume failed to position that experience strategically.
If you're a senior technical leader stepping back into the job market, your resume might be working against you.
Here are 3 mistakes I see constantly — even at the executive level:
3 Resume Mistakes Even Senior Tech Leaders Make
A review of 6 million job postings confirms what many tech leaders already feel: the demand for AI and security roles is outpacing supply, fast.
When Demand Outpaces Supply: The Talent Gap Tech Leaders Can’t ...
• The 5 silent signs you’ve outgrown your role
• Why excellence can mask stagnation
• And how to spot the difference between delivering and developing
When Excellence Isn’t Enough: Recognizing Career Stagnation
If you’ve ever made it to the final stages of an interview only to hear, “I’m concerned you don’t have as much experience in [specific area] as we’d like,” you know the pit in your stomach that can follow.
This is a pivotal moment. The hiring manager likely sees a lot of potential in you—but they’ve zeroed in on one area of hesitation. How you respond can make or break the opportunity.
“You Don’t Have as Much Experience in X…” — How ...
Hiring the right technical talent is critical to building strong teams, driving innovation, and ensuring long-term success. But making the wrong hire can be costly—not just in terms of salary but also in team morale, project timelines, and overall productivity. That’s why recognizing red flags during the interview process is essential for hiring managers and technical leaders.
Here are some key warning signs to watch for when interviewing candidates for technical roles: