US: Major Study Finds IT Workforce Declines Five Percent in Past Year; Hiring Managers Indicate Return of Strong Demand for Workers
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Anyone believe this? I'm a recent graduate and am having trouble finding a job right now. It's been hard to find a job around the Los Angeles, CA, USA area without much experience. :(( PDF File
Press Release Frank http://www.Frank-L.comFunny you mention this. I received an email today from a Canadian IT think-tank talking about the return of the IT shortage. Man I can tell you today it's not much of an issue. We're like knee deep in resumes, and 18 months ago I was pulling out what little hair I have left trying to get people. (with reference to the 'Is Software Development hard' thread') It's never been hard to find developers. It's been painfully hard to find good developers, but in the last 6 months it's been no problem at all. David http://www.dundas.com
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Funny you mention this. I received an email today from a Canadian IT think-tank talking about the return of the IT shortage. Man I can tell you today it's not much of an issue. We're like knee deep in resumes, and 18 months ago I was pulling out what little hair I have left trying to get people. (with reference to the 'Is Software Development hard' thread') It's never been hard to find developers. It's been painfully hard to find good developers, but in the last 6 months it's been no problem at all. David http://www.dundas.com
David Cunningham wrote: I received an email today from a Canadian IT think-tank talking about the return of the IT shortage. I wonder what this tells you about the Canadian IT Think Tank ? It could well be wishful thinking ! Regardz Colin J Davies
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David Cunningham wrote: I received an email today from a Canadian IT think-tank talking about the return of the IT shortage. I wonder what this tells you about the Canadian IT Think Tank ? It could well be wishful thinking ! Regardz Colin J Davies
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Well, I'll let you judge for yourself: http://www.itbusiness.ca David http://www.dundas.com
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David Cunningham wrote: I received an email today from a Canadian IT think-tank talking about the return of the IT shortage. I wonder what this tells you about the Canadian IT Think Tank ? It could well be wishful thinking ! Regardz Colin J Davies
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****Colin Davies wrote: I wonder what this tells you about the Canadian IT Think Tank ? It could well be wishful thinking ! Well, I wonder more about the U.S. Think Tank. I'm afraid that sooner or later, this will lead to more H1B Visa legislation. :eek: Frank http://www.Frank-L.com
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****Colin Davies wrote: I wonder what this tells you about the Canadian IT Think Tank ? It could well be wishful thinking ! Well, I wonder more about the U.S. Think Tank. I'm afraid that sooner or later, this will lead to more H1B Visa legislation. :eek: Frank http://www.Frank-L.com
What are you worried about, geez 3 interviews in 7 days. Man. David http://www.dundas.com
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What are you worried about, geez 3 interviews in 7 days. Man. David http://www.dundas.com
David Cunningham wrote: What are you worried about, geez 3 interviews in 7 days. Man. Actually, it has been much worse for me. Ever since I've graduated, I've gotten 3 interviews in 7 weeks (up to now). :(( Then again, I would only assume that the situation is different in Canada. Frank
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David Cunningham wrote: What are you worried about, geez 3 interviews in 7 days. Man. Actually, it has been much worse for me. Ever since I've graduated, I've gotten 3 interviews in 7 weeks (up to now). :(( Then again, I would only assume that the situation is different in Canada. Frank
You know, I do get the impression that the IT job situation is worse in the states presently. The Canadian enconomy closely parallels the US (because of our proximity), but seems to be less bumpy. Our highs are less frenetic, and our lows softer. I think it's basically because Canadians as a rule are too risk adverse (read: have no guts in business). Anyway, this is probably more than you wanted to know. :) I got the 3 interviews in 7 day from your website btw, sorry if I mis-read it, and good luck. David http://www.dundas.com
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Funny you mention this. I received an email today from a Canadian IT think-tank talking about the return of the IT shortage. Man I can tell you today it's not much of an issue. We're like knee deep in resumes, and 18 months ago I was pulling out what little hair I have left trying to get people. (with reference to the 'Is Software Development hard' thread') It's never been hard to find developers. It's been painfully hard to find good developers, but in the last 6 months it's been no problem at all. David http://www.dundas.com
> It's been painfully hard to find good developers. I would add "and cheap". Throughout the crisis it was no problem at all getting good developers, if you were prepared to pay decent salary... Just my 5c. Regards, Tomaz
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> It's been painfully hard to find good developers. I would add "and cheap". Throughout the crisis it was no problem at all getting good developers, if you were prepared to pay decent salary... Just my 5c. Regards, Tomaz
I wouldn't say that at all. We pay very well, but it was incredibly hard to compete with companies loaded up with Venture Capital, handing out what ended up to be worthless stock options and saying everyone's going to be a millionaire. It's reality vs. fantasy. I maintain to this day the only people who made money during the dot-com fiasco were the deadbeat head hunters (oops, am I emoting :rolleyes:) It's much easier now, devs are saying "keep your stock options, I've got a mortgage to pay. Fool me once, shame on you..." David http://www.dundas.com
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You know, I do get the impression that the IT job situation is worse in the states presently. The Canadian enconomy closely parallels the US (because of our proximity), but seems to be less bumpy. Our highs are less frenetic, and our lows softer. I think it's basically because Canadians as a rule are too risk adverse (read: have no guts in business). Anyway, this is probably more than you wanted to know. :) I got the 3 interviews in 7 day from your website btw, sorry if I mis-read it, and good luck. David http://www.dundas.com
David Cunningham wrote: Our highs are less frenetic, and our lows softer. I think it's basically because Canadians as a rule are too risk adverse (read: have no guts in business). I think thats basically the same with NZ and Australia, the Dot Com bubble was very small here, so when it burst there wasn't a big impact. Regardz Colin J Davies
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I wouldn't say that at all. We pay very well, but it was incredibly hard to compete with companies loaded up with Venture Capital, handing out what ended up to be worthless stock options and saying everyone's going to be a millionaire. It's reality vs. fantasy. I maintain to this day the only people who made money during the dot-com fiasco were the deadbeat head hunters (oops, am I emoting :rolleyes:) It's much easier now, devs are saying "keep your stock options, I've got a mortgage to pay. Fool me once, shame on you..." David http://www.dundas.com
David Cunningham wrote: It's reality vs. fantasy. I maintain to this day the only people who made money during the dot-com fiasco were the deadbeat head hunters Yes, I don't think the head-hunters stimulated the bubble, but they certainly got fat from it. David Cunningham wrote: It's much easier now, devs are saying "keep your stock options, I've got a mortgage to pay. Fool me once, shame on you..." Stock options must have been the biggest con running in the dot com world. Regardz Colin J Davies
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