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Even as Derek Chauvin was found guilty by a jury this April, the trial of the former police officer charged with the murder of George Floyd reopened the deep emotional wounds felt following Floyd’s death last summer. And in the wake of increased violence against Asian Americans, the nation faces more thorny issues centered around systemic racism, inequality andRead more

Amid the seemingly endless pandemic and a dramatic rise in remote work, the ability to work from anywhere is a gamechanger in the tech industry. For job seekers, the market now is wide open and without geographic barriers. For employers seeking to hire, the now worldwide talent pool means more competition to recruit candidates. WithRead more

National days of recognition are aplenty (I see you National French Fry Day!). The one that strikes the strongest chord with me though, is the one we honor today: International Women’s Day (IWD). Lifting women in business and tech is at the foundation of most decisions I make—in both my personal and professional worlds. WhetherRead more

Since our founding by Megan McCann in 2011, mentorship has been a cornerstone of McCann Partners’ story. It’s woven into our business, as mentoring relationships have resulted in placing talent and opening new doors, and it defines our mission to deliver IT recruitment with intention and integrity. It’s part of our DNA, not only becauseRead more

For years, writing in my gratitude journal has been a daily ritual. Lately, however, the practice has been more difficult to maintain. Reflecting on why, a line stands out from an article in The New York Times last week on practicing gratitude in a difficult season: “Articulating what we’re thankful for is a radical actRead more

Leave it to the amazing team at 1871 to bring a wholly new spin to an all-too-familiar career topic: mentoring. Earlier this month, I had the pleasure of joining the “Making Mentorship Meaningful” panel at 1871’s online Career360 Summit alongside Kellie Fitzgerald of Google; Corey Flournoy of Groupon; and moderator Bill Watkins of Pinterest. As someoneRead more

As the days begin their march toward winter, with fewer hours of daylight and increasing clouds and gloominess, I’ve felt a jolt of sadness. While there is much to enjoy about this turn of seasons, it’s pretty clear that this year, we need a bigger pick-me-up than usual. As we continue to muddle through theRead more

Community matters. Meaningful connections are magical. Mentorship creates opportunity for growth and learning for everyone involved. Relationships are the foundation for everything.  I believe in these statements. They are my truths. And, despite all that 2020 has served us in terms of local, national, and world news – from the global pandemic, to racial injustice,Read more

Building upon ARA’s June 2020 “Allyship in Action” Webinar, the organization is producing a five-part series, “Allyship, Advocacy and Taking Action,” in partnership with three visionary organizations: i.c.stars, Chicago Tech Academy and Black Women in Science and Engineering (BWISE). This continuing series is designed to help ARA members learn how to become better allies to marginalizedRead more

I’m sure a lot of people are feeling this way as COVID-19 continues to impact our communities, but today, I needed an outlet, and one way to do that was to sit down and write. So below are my thoughts about the current moment, how to view our situation, as well as a bit ofRead more

Last year on International Women’s Day (IWD), I wrote about the gratitude I have for all of those who have forged for gender equality before us, as well as those who continue to keep fighting the good fight. That gratitude is unchanged as IWD approaches this Sunday. If anything, I’m moreappreciative of each and every personRead more

CHICAGO – February 18, 2020 –McCann Partners, an IT recruitment firm specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, project, direct-hire, and executive search solutions, has chosen Jane Hamner for its newly created Chief Growth Officer position, effective immediately. Hamner will be responsible for growing the company’s recruitment service lines and expanding its executive search offering. She will alsoRead more

When employees know their skills are in demand, it’s hard to keep them around by dangling raises and career advancement opportunities. Tech executives should consider an employee-first approach of creating a culture that is equitable, inclusive, and diverse.

Decorations are out in full force and haunted houses are aplenty, but those are not the only ghostly activities job seekers are partaking in this Halloween season. Due to a strong labor market and employers struggling to find talent, job “ghosting” is on the rise. In fact, as many as two-thirds (66 percent) of U.S.Read more

On Wednesday, August 27, I was honored to be a part of an OCC Women’s Leadership panel featuring OCC’s Dana Earles, FVP, Treasurer, and Sheila Saegh Henretta, FVP, Deputy General Counsel, along with myself and Julia Bristow Briggs, Principle and Consultant of Smart to the Top. It was the third of a four-part panel seriesRead more

How often have you sent your cover letter and resume to an HR department only to get a curt, “thanks but no thanks”? Or worse, no response at all despite having the right certifications, tech experience, and background? A recent article in The Muse got me thinking about why a candidate, who hits all the right keywords and phrases in their resume, can’t get their foot in the door for an interview.

Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) programs are common in today’s workplaces as companies strive to connect with an increasingly diverse customer base. Whether operating globally or servicing a local clientele, business leaders recognize that customer demographics are changing and reaching them requires employees who bring different perspectives. But, is incorporating diversity and inclusion strategies into theRead more

As the school year draws to a close for many across the country, students aren’t the only ones getting ready for prime internship season. Companies are also looking at fresh ways to leverage interns this summer and beyond.  For the third post in my #MindTheTechTalentGap blog series, I’m taking a look at Micro-Internships, and howRead more

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