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The Myth of the Salesforce Hybrid Unicorn

Everyone is looking for a magical Salesforce candidate who can manage and grow your Salesforce org, and write code, all at once. They theoretically embody the best qualities of both a technically-skilled Salesforce Developer and a business-minded Salesforce Administrator. We like to call this person the Salesforce Hybrid Unicorn. The never-ending search for this omniscient […]

Counter Offers and Career Suicide 3: Resign with Class

  How to Resign with Class Take a moment and remember why you began your search in the first place. Was it solely based on money or title? Likely not. More than likely, there was a combination of factors in play – friction with your boss, uncertainty within the company, long commute or heavy travel, […]

Counter Offers and Career Suicide 2: Career Implications

Before reading on the career implications of a counter offer, make sure you didn’t miss part one of “Counter Offers and Career Suicide!“   Short-term and Long-term Implications The short term and long term implications for accepting a counter offer are staggering. When considering the employee’s psyche, it feels great to put your boss in the […]

Counter Offers and Career Suicide: Part 1

It’s like a Ninja that lurks in distant shadows just waiting to pounce on unsuspecting prey. It’s relentless and indiscriminate with irreparable effects. In the recruiting world, it’s a “dirty word,” almost blasphemous, though it’s unavoidable. It’s a dreaded enemy: Counter Offers. Here’s the scenario: A long-time employee is dissatisfied with his current situation. He’s […]

Keeping Up Momentum in a Job Search

When your job search seems to be dragging on and you’re ready to give up, it’s essential to stay positive and keep your energy alive. There are a number of ways you can keep going and move forward with your job hunt. By following the simple tips below, you’ll be able to revitalize your search […]