The top companies you want on your résumé if you work in cybersecurity, according to recruiters

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Cybersecurity recruiting execs told us the best companies to have on your résumé if you want a job in the field.

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I'm a former recruiter for Google and Indeed. If I were labeled an underperformer, here's what I'd do next.

Tech Insider : Business
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Erica Rivera spent three years at Indeed as a recruiter and around two years at Google.

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How AI is making self-appraisals better and less painful — for both workers and managers

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Performance reviews can be highly subjective, but AI may be able to help.

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A video cover letter could help you stand out in a tough job market. Here's how to make one.

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I was a teacher for 10 years. I was never really happy until I changed careers.

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The author (not pictured) decided to quit teaching and is now a freelance writer.

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I grew up poor and now make $150K in tech. Prioritizing myself allowed me to give back to my parents and family.

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Viviana Vazquez, middle, and her family.

Viviana Vazquez

His video startup made him wealthy. Now comes the hard part: figuring out what to do with the rest of his life.

Tech Insider : Business, Technology
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Vinay Hiremath (left), a co-founder of Loom, reflected on finding purpose after selling the company.

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My government contracting company benefits from funds for disadvantaged small businesses. I'm bracing for change ahead of DOGE.

Tech Insider : Politics, Business, Economy
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Taelor Salmon is a government contracting business owner who is bracing for change ahead of DOGE.

Taelor Salmon

I'm still looking for a job 8 months after my layoff. I have 20 years of experience and can't get hired — I'm scared.

Tech Insider : Business, Economy
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Jennifer Gittelman says one regret may be holding her back from getting hired.

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I saved $50K to take a 'gap year' from work. It helped me reprioritize my life and find joy.

Tech Insider : Travel, Business
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