What does it mean to remain true? I’ve grown up immersed in entrepreneurship. My dad owned and operated a successful business, and I credit him as my earliest role model. His hard work, commitment to excellence, and relentless drive compelled me to start a business in my late teens. Despite my dad’s successful track record,...Read More
In recent years an emphasis has been placed on encouraging students, particularly women and those underrepresented in such industries, to pursue careers in STEM.Read More
The term “cloud computing” was first introduced at an industry conference by Google CEO Eric Schmidt in 2006. In the last 15 years, this technology has taken the business world by storm, as well as influenced how millions of people create documents and even share their photos. “The cloud” offers business leaders enormous flexibility and...Read More
As you have undoubtedly heard, the job market is seriously bonkers right now. With unemployment near pre-pandemic levels, and thousands of jobs still to be had, firms are fighting fiercely for top candidates – if they can find them. In short, it is a candidate’s market, and the last few months have seen many professionals...Read More
It’s hard to believe it’s been 17 years since we started IT/IQ (formerly West Pacific Consulting Group). On one hand, it feels like only yesterday that I sat down at the old desk in my parent’s basement full of optimism, and unaware of what lay ahead. On the other hand, it also feels like we’ve...Read More
The days are getting shorter and colder, and 2019 is approaching fast. Looking into the new year, we are excited to see what kind of new technologies and roles Vancouver and the rest of Canada will offer. With new and improving technologies, what IT positions will be highly sought after in 2019? Using North America...Read More
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Many people think of the interview as an opportunity for the employer to assess your fit with their organization, but it’s important to remember that this is also your opportunity to learn about the company as a potential employer. It’s an opportunity for both parties to get a ‘feel’ for each other and to decide...Read More
