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How to Stand Out: What Hiring Managers Notice Beyond Technical Skills  

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By Connie Tremblay, Sr. IT Talent Partner  Communication is the most frequently requested skill in today’s job market, appearing in nearly 55% of more than 4.6 million job postings analyzed by Jobscan.  That statistic may come as a surprise in…
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A Decade of Connection: How ERGs Help Build Networks 

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By Dennis McIver, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Program Manager  Last November, I reached ten years of service with the University of California. As I look back on the last decade, I’m deeply humbled by the experiences I’ve had, the lessons I’ve learned, and the friends I’ve made…
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Register by June 1 – Investing in Growth: UC Staff Explore New Opportunities at the NOW Conference

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Across the University of California, professional growth isn’t just encouraged—it’s actively supported. One example is UC Berkeley’s annual Next Opportunity at Work (NOW) Conference, a systemwide event designed to help staff reflect on their careers, build new skills, and…
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Inside the Interview Debrief, Part One: What Panelists Are Really Saying After You Leave the Room 

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By Connie Tremblay  One of the most fascinating parts of my job as a recruiter is getting to experience the full arc of the candidate journey: the excitement I hear from the candidate leading up to a panel interview, observing…
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