EDI Staffing Monthly Newsletter: August

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Company News: EDI Staffing summer sail…

On August 5th, our President & CEO Joseph Gilbody and Executive Vice President Gabriella Stelle took the EDI Staffing team on a scenic sail aboard the 72’ schooner Madeleine through Newport Harbor.

Following the sail was an outstanding 8-course dinner at Giusto, a chic Italian restaurant along the wharf in Newport. The evening was filled with stunning views, delicious food, and the finest team. Thank you to all who helped make this summer outing possible.

See more photos of the outing in our full post.

Industry Trends: Trending technologies…

According to the results from our recent poll, finding solid technical skills is a top pain point for many hiring managers.?If you are looking for a job or know someone who is, one way to stick out to hiring managers is by building your skills, specifically top technical skills.

Here are some of the top demanded technical skills according to Glassdoor's Economic Research:

1. Machine Learning
2. Distributed Computing
3. Time Series Analysis
4. Statistical Modeling
5. Usability Testing

Helpful Tips: Dos and don’ts for negotiating a raise…

Knowing you’re ready for a raise is a great place to start.

• DO your homework - Do your research, keeping in mind how long you’ve been with the company, your performance there, and the company’s size.
• DO pick the right timing (for yourself and the company) - If your company is facing financial hardships, belongs to a declining industry, or is in a hiring freeze, hold off from negotiation if you can. Consider your employer’s schedule too. Ask your boss to set up a time that works for them to discuss a potential raise. Don’t blindside them; they need time to prepare too.
• DO be confident - Analyze, show the math, and provide evidence measuring the value you’ve brought to the team that makes you worthy of a pay increase.?
• DO follow up - Follow up with your employer, showing appreciation for their discussion with you regardless of the outcome.?
• DON’T lie - Boast about your experiences and achievements without embellishing them.?
• DON’T sell yourself short -? Don’t downplay your achievements and abilities.?
• DON’T overstep boundaries - Remember that you are asking your employer for this, so do it respectfully. If they turn you down, don’t complain.?

Be professional, show respect, and prepare. Soon enough, you’ll be moving on to the next–good luck!

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