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We're back with more #TechTalentTuesday tips to help you get ahead in your job-seeking journey, with a focus on interview tips and how to avoid common pitfalls. 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗧𝗶𝗽𝘀 ➡ Research the Company: Understand the company’s mission, values, culture, and recent developments. Tailoring your responses to align with their goals can demonstrate your genuine interest and fit for the role. ➡ Practice Common Questions: Prepare for typical interview questions like “Tell me about yourself” and “What are your strengths and weaknesses?” Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your answers and highlight your experiences. ➡ Prepare Thoughtful Questions: Have a list of questions ready to ask the interviewer. This shows your enthusiasm and helps you gauge if the company and role align with your career goals. Questions about team dynamics, growth opportunities, and company culture can be particularly insightful.   𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗶𝘁𝗳𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 ➡ Speaking Negatively About Previous Employers: Criticizing past employers or colleagues can make you seem unprofessional. Instead, focus on what you learned from those experiences.   ➡ Lack of Preparation: Failing to research the company or the role can lead to uninformed answers and missed opportunities to connect your skills with their needs.   ➡ Talking Too Much or Too Little: Oversharing can lead to rambling answers, while being too brief can come across as unprepared. Striking a balance is key—aim for clear, concise responses.

Today is National Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day. Solü is proud to be a Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce member! Thank you to local Chambers for your leadership, positive impact, and strengthening local business. #GreaterROC #ChamberofCommerce

We're back with more #TechTalentTuesday tips to help you get ahead in your job-seeking journey, with a focus on interview preparedness! The average hiring process takes 6 weeks from intro to offer—that’s 60,480 minutes...but preparing for your interview only takes 10! Before your next interview, take 10 minutes to familiarize yourself with the company. Here’s why it’s worth it: ✔ Make a lasting impression: Understanding the company’s mission, values, and recent achievements shows you're genuinely interested, helping you stand out from other candidates. ✔ Ask smart questions: Knowing the company’s recent news or challenges lets you ask insightful questions that show you’re truly engaged. ✔ Show you're serious: Taking a few minutes to prepare demonstrates to the hiring team that you're invested in the opportunity and care about being the right fit. In a process that can take 6 weeks (60,480 minutes), those 10 minutes of preparation could be the game-changer of turning an interview into an offer! #CareerAdvice #Interview

"Mental health at work" is the 2024 World Mental Health Day theme, as safe, healthy working environments can act as a protective factor for mental health (World Health Organization). At Solü, we’re proud to offer an employee assistance program (EAP) that offers multiple counseling options. It's important to us that our employees can get the help they need in the way that fits their lifestyle – whether it’s for stress, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, grief, or other challenges. #WorldMentalHealthDay

We’re excited to introduce Tech Talent Tuesdays, our new LinkedIn series designed to help job seekers and professionals in the tech industry! 💻 Over the coming weeks, our expert recruiters will share valuable tips, strategies, and resources to support you, whether you're actively hunting for your next role or passively keeping an eye on the market. We'll cover everything from navigating the interview process to avoiding common pitfalls, and more! Follow along and stay ahead in your career journey! Today, we're sharing how to write a LinkedIn profile summary that tells your career story: 1️⃣ Start with a Strong Opening: Begin with a brief statement about who you are and your specialization. For example, "Experienced AI Engineer with 5+ years of designing and deploying machine learning models in real-world applications." 2️⃣ Highlight Career Achievements: Focus on results rather than just responsibilities. For instance, "Developed AI-driven recommendation systems that boosted customer engagement by 30%." 3️⃣ Show Your Passion: Share what motivates you in your field, like “Passionate about leveraging AI to solve complex problems and drive innovation across industries.” 4️⃣ Include Key Skills: Mention specific tools or technologies you're proficient in, such as “Proficient in Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, and natural language processing (NLP) techniques.” 5️⃣ State Your Goals: Clearly express what you’re looking for, like “Seeking opportunities to build scalable AI solutions and push the boundaries of innovation in cutting-edge industries.” 6️⃣ Keep it Concise: Aim for 3-5 short paragraphs, making it easy to skim. Stay conversational to engage the reader.  #TechTalentTuesday #CareerAdvice #LinkedinProfile

Challenging tasks. Exciting opportunities. Inspiring colleagues. At Solü, you’ll become a member of a growing team of 500+ technologists, working on a variety of innovative projects with forward-thinking clients, spanning all industries. Check out our current openings: https://lnkd.in/dbJTCTH5 #ITCareers #technology #JobOpenings

Solü was pleased to be an event partner at Agile Connect Rochester, an event focused on learning and sharing Agile best practices across the Rochester software community. Members of our team engaged in interactive breakout sessions and discussions around Agile implementations and addressing common challenges. We are especially proud of Mark Chadbourne, Alec Coyle-Nicolas, and Christopher Diaz who presented “Machinery Begets Agility: Maximizing Your Agile Team in an AI-Driven World.” Their focus was teaching participants how and when to leverage Artificial Intelligence to increase efficiency and allow their team to focus on what matters most. 👏 TechRochester #AgileConnect2024 #AgileConnectROC #RochesterNY

At Solü, we use technology to build innovative solutions for businesses, careers, and applications. On National IT Professionals Day, we want to recognize and thank our technical experts who make it all happen! #ITProsDay #ITProfessionals #technology

Congratulations to Mark Chadbourne, who has been promoted to Vice President of Technology and Engineering Advancement! In addition to leading our agile teams and college internship program, Mark has been integral in securing new customers and helping to set our company’s overall strategy. Please join us in congratulating him on this well-deserved promotion!

Solü is a proud partner of TechRochester's Agile Connect Rochester on Thursday, September 26! Don't miss out on learning Agile best practices, including how to maximize your Agile team in an AI-driven world - presented by Solü's Mark Chadbourne and Christopher Diaz. Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/g_kdhAcH #AgileConnectRochester #RochesterNY