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Should You Accept a Counteroffer?

Apr 7, 2022

  Should You Accept a Counteroffer? Ask yourself one question: does the counteroffer address the reason(s) you were looking for a new job? If the answer is no, and the new opportunity will provide what you are seeking, then you should move forward. Reasons for counteroffers: Counteroffers can...

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High-Level Professional Employment Market Mirrors Housing Market

Mar 24, 2022

    The High-Level Professional Employment Market Mirrors Housing Market Once Again From 2014 to 2018 if you were looking for a home in one of the prominent Houston suburbs you would have  looked at a number of homes, narrowed that group to your favorites, then you come back a week later for...

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Start The Year on A Path to Professional Success

Jan 20, 2022

Focus on What You Can Do Right in 2022 to Achieve Your Professional Goals "The secret to change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old, but on building the new." Socrates New year = new you, right? Instead of focusing on what went wrong in 2021, let’s focus on what you can do...

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Don’t Neglect Your Professional Goals for 2022

Dec 16, 2021

Don’t Neglect Your Professional Goals You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take – Wayne Gretzky New Year’s resolutions aren’t just for personal goals!  Your team, department, career or professional development can also benefit from setting a few goals. If you are like me, this time of year I find...

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Know Your Value in Today’s Marketplace

Oct 28, 2021

  You are the CEO of You Inc. It's up to you to know what’s needed in today's market.   Want a promotion? Want a raise? Want to land your dream job? Make yourself more valuable by optimizing yourself and your skills so that you can experience new career success levels. A recent Forbes...

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Ghosting is on the rise, and it’s affecting your interviewing

Sep 30, 2021

  Don’t keep them waiting - Time is a deal killer Weeks of research, preparation and interviewing all leads you to the one. The one job that could accelerate your career path. The one candidate that could instantly make a difference on your team.  Then silence…. You get no response. You’ve...

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Bridge the Talent Gap

Aug 26, 2021

    How to achieve business objectives when your team doesn’t want to return to the office You’re between a rock and hard place, aren’t you? Leadership wants everyone back in the office but your team doesn’t want to return in-person…yet. Over the last year, people grew accustomed to...

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The Right Number of Interviews

Jul 21, 2021

    How many interviews does it take to get to the hiring decision? It all started with a LinkedIn post. Frustrated with a lengthy (9 rounds) interview process, a software engineer  removed his name from consideration at his dream company. “Companies think they are building processes...

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The job market is transitioning (quickly), can you adapt to keep up?

May 20, 2021

  “Change is the law of life and those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future.” —John F. Kennedy “You’re gonna need a bigger boat” … once applied to a monstrous (yet fictional) shark. Now the same applies to our approach to landing the “big sharks” of the IT and...

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We Win When You Do, Since 1983

Apr 1, 2021

    We Win When You Do, Since 1983     We know that building and maintaining trust is just as important as performance to our clients and our reputation.  This is why working together to build a lasting and productive relationship is important to every team member at Whitaker....

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Why Aren’t Workers Using Their Earned PTO?

by | May 18, 2023 | ,

    Why Aren’t Workers Using Their Earned PTO?   46% of American workers take less paid time off than they are offered, per the Pew Research Center.   There are many reasons why employees don't use all of their PTO. Some of the most common reasons...

3 Factors Driving the Talent Shortage

by | Apr 27, 2023 | ,

    DECLINING BIRTH RATE + COVID IMPACT DRIVING EARLY RETIREMENT = TALENT SHORTAGE   Where did everyone go?   For businesses across the United States, locating and attracting people has become increasingly difficult. The talent pool is getting...

How to Encourage Women in STEM

by | Mar 23, 2023 | ,

    HOW TO ENCOURAGE WOMEN IN STEM   As of 2021, women make up around 35% of the STEM workforce in the United States, according to the National Science Foundation. This means that there is a significant gender gap in STEM fields, and efforts to...

12 Days of Christmas: Recruiting Advice

by | Dec 15, 2022 |

  The 12 Days of Christmas: Recruiting Advice Set (a) goal! That’s right, just one goal and track progress like you would with multiple goals. Update your resume quarterly (and your LinkedIn profile), or after major projects/achievements. It takes a few minutes...

Four basic reasons people change jobs

by | Aug 31, 2022 | , ,

    Is a job change really right for you? There are four basic reasons a person changes jobs: 1. SituationSituation has nothing to do with the job itself. Some people change jobs because they’re being laid off or have a spouse who’s being transferred to...

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I have known Linda for several years and have consistently been impressed with her recruitment and communication skills. It’s a rare thing to be able to discuss the nuances, trends and directions of your industry with a recruiter. It’s even more rare for a recruiter to understand and empathize with very technical people. Rarer still for a recruiter to follow up, keep in touch and offer useful and actionable advice. Linda embodies all these traits and is very personable with it.

– Database Infrastructure Administrator, Houston

I have known Linda for several years and have consistently been impressed with her recruitment and communication skills. It’s a rare thing to be able to discuss the nuances, trends and directions of your industry with a recruiter. It’s even more rare for a recruiter to understand and empathize with very technical people. Rarer still for a recruiter to follow up, keep in touch and offer useful and actionable advice. Linda embodies all these traits and is very personable with it.

– Database Infrastructure Administrator, Houston

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It was a pleasure working with Whitaker (especially Taylor Archer). I felt prepared and ready for each step. Additionally they were proactive in getting me updates. Fantastic group to work with.
Stephen Charles
Stephen Charles
14:42 07 Oct 25
Jessica was amazing to work with.She consistently kept me in the loop regarding the process and gave me plenty material to be successful going through the process.She responded to all of my questions and never let too much time go by without some kind of update or heads up.1000000% would recommend working with Jessica.
Greg
Greg
13:47 29 Aug 25
Taylor is an incredible recruiter! She helped me quickly land an amazing job, and I couldn’t be happier. She’s truly outstanding, and I highly recommend her if you’re looking to grow your career.
Victoria
Victoria
22:36 28 Aug 25
To the Whitaker Management Team,“I had the pleasure of working with Naomi Hill and Nikki Lemmert, and I can’t say enough about how professional and patient they were throughout the entire process. They took the time to fully understand my career goals and worked diligently to make sure I was right match for this opportunities. Their guidance was invaluable, and their dedication to my success truly stood out. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-tier recruiting services.”Naomi was able to find me through LinkedIn, and I’m excited to say I’ve accepted the offer! This experience reminded me how important it is to keep your LinkedIn profile updated, professional, and aligned with your career goals. You never know who’s looking or when the right opportunity might find you. To anyone actively or passively job hunting—don’t underestimate the power of a strong online presence!”Charles A. LenauCenovus Energy Toeldo RefineryManager, Rotating Equipment Maintenance Execution and Engineering
Charles Lenau
Charles Lenau
14:04 15 Jun 25
I had the pleasure of having Taylor find me during a job search, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. From our initial conversation, it was clear that Taylor was committed to understanding my skills, career goals, and what I was looking for in a position that opened on her end for a client.One of the standout aspects of my experience with Taylor was her exceptional communication. She kept me informed every step of the way, ensuring I was always aware of updates and what to expect in the process. It was reassuring to know that I could reach out to her with any questions, and she would respond promptly and thoughtfully.Taylor also took the time to thoroughly prepare me for interviews, providing valuable insights and tips that boosted my confidence. Her dedication to my success was evident, and I truly felt supported throughout the entire process.Thanks to Taylor’s expertise and guidance, I landed a position that aligns perfectly with my career aspirations. I am incredibly grateful for her professionalism and the personal touch she brought to my job search. Thank you Taylor!
ashley ramirez
ashley ramirez
18:06 24 Feb 25
I was introduced to Whitaker Companies by a colleague when I was looking for a new position. From Day 1 the experience was dramatically different than any other recruiter I have ever worked with. Jessica was amazing. She was timely, supportive, provided a bit of humanity in a world of digital job sourcing. 5 out of 5 stars. Highly recommend!
Joseph Jensen
Joseph Jensen
00:36 30 Jan 25
Jimmy Gowens was awesome to work with. He was supportive, positive, and made the process stress free. Jimmy continues to follow up with me to see how everything is going. I can’t say enough good things about him.
Dustin Glosser
Dustin Glosser
21:31 29 Jan 25
Jimmy Gowen was more than just a recruiter agent. He was an advisor, a motivational coach and above all, a friend. He made sure I understood the type of organization I was joining in, to the point where, once I was in, I felt like I had been working there for years. The insights he provided made me realize that the company had the right balance between challenging situations and welcoming of experience. I feel that this is my organization now, all thanks to Jimmy. If anyone has the pleasure to work with him, I guarantee that he will not let you down ever. Thank you Whitaker Companies!
Jose Rios
Jose Rios
15:00 23 Jan 25
I got an opportunity to work with Paul Choudhuri from Whitaker Company. Paul is very professional and extremely helpful, keeps me in loop for all the important information regarding the work. The pay is also on time, no issues in the paperwork. I highly recommend Whitaker Company to work with.
Rakesh Kumar Sahoo
Rakesh Kumar Sahoo
17:59 22 Jan 25
I had the pleasure of working with Jessica Tighe, and I can't recommend them highly enough.She went above and beyond in assisting me with my job search, showing a genuine interest in helping me with the hiring/interview process. Even when communication from the company that I was pursuing faltered, Jessica maintained consistent and supportive updates, ensuring I was never left in the dark.As a designer, I have worked with many recruiters over the years and this has been one of the best experiences that I've had.
Morgan Hunter
Morgan Hunter
19:39 09 Aug 24
Very supportive, friendly and professional people to work with. Paul has been very supportive and on multiple occasions went out of the way to help whenever needed.
Abhishek Chatterjee
Abhishek Chatterjee
19:18 29 Sep 23
My recruitment experience oand ongoing relationship with the folks at Whitaker has always been businesslike, friendly, helpful and prompt. It has been a pleasure.
Warren Bell
Warren Bell
12:57 27 Sep 23
Very helpful and knowledgeable recruiting/staffing firm. Anytime I have questions or need help they are quick to respond! Paul along with Stephanie and Alex have been a pleasure to work with.
Aziz Said
Aziz Said
19:20 26 Sep 23
Whitaker IT is excellent staffing agency. Paul Choudhuri whom I worked with personally is fantastic, he really helped in every step of the way. I highly recommend anyone who is looking for a new opportunity.
Kumar Karanam
Kumar Karanam
18:49 26 Sep 23
Within a mere three weeks of partnering with Whitaker IT, I successfully obtained not one, but two positions.Their robust and esteemed network of top-tier clients enables them to thoroughly prepare candidates and maintain rapid communication throughout the entire process.The team is comprised of exceedingly skilled and dedicated professionals.My heartfelt appreciation goes to Bianca, Linda, and Patricia of Whitaker IT for their instrumental role in efficiently securing not just one but 2 offers offers for me in just a week.I highly recommend.
Fola Raheem
Fola Raheem
16:11 09 Aug 23
I have had a great experience with Whitaker Technical and Mi M. She negotiated an offer with a great company and a substantial raise. She was professional and did an amazing job as my recruiter. I would definitely recommend working with her, and with Whitaker, to anyone looking to advance their career.
Chris Adams
Chris Adams
23:20 22 Jul 23
Mr Ashok Chowdhary
Mr Ashok Chowdhary
15:19 13 Jul 23
Pete Curran
Pete Curran
18:02 22 Jun 23
Paul and all the folks at Whitaker Companies demonstrated great expertise and professionalism during the entire recruiting process. Paul was personally involved and kept me updated every step of the way. If you are an IT professional you can rest assure Whitaker would help you land the right position within their network of companies. They handle all the admin stuff and are always available to answer any questions you may have. I highly recommend.
Antonio NISSI
Antonio NISSI
16:58 14 Mar 23
This team is committed to both the clients and the consultant. Very personable and they keep me posted on progress
Paula Schwartz
Paula Schwartz
13:59 01 Mar 23
Michael Thunderclap
Michael Thunderclap
19:33 08 Jun 22
I was very impressed with Whitaker, specifically Paul and Patricia. Both of them were very responsive and helped me a lot through the process. Thanks to both of them, I am now employed at a great company!
Tod Bailey
Tod Bailey
16:37 09 Oct 21
Great experience with Whitaker! Always available to answer questions and follow up.
Mike Kim
Mike Kim
15:56 05 May 21
I thoroughly enjoyed working with Paul Choudari and Patricia. They were very responsive to my questions. Very personable people and got me in contact with the hiring manager. I look forward to working with them.
Mark Steven Emfinger
Mark Steven Emfinger
15:08 03 Mar 21
Whitaker Companies , are really good at what they do . Especially , Paul and Alexandria are prompt, personable and a great help through out the process of recruitment.
rohit maila
rohit maila
17:56 22 Feb 21
Working with Whitaker is a great experience. And still continuing the journey with enormous satisfaction. Especially with Paul. the more we praise the less words about him. He is a genuine professional and a man of word. Prompt response and understanding nature at every scenario. I personally thankful to Paul from all the deeps of my hear for helping me through the process as well as supporting me thereafter and also go out their ways to help the consultants in achieving their demands.
Mahesh Pothanapalli
Mahesh Pothanapalli
17:32 11 Feb 21
I've worked off and on with Whitaker Companies for a few years, and they have always been super helpful and attentive. I've been trying to confirm my employment, and the professional I was working with went above and beyond. She responded to my emails late into the evenings, expedited my request, and really made the process easier. I would absolutely recommend Whitaker Companies.
Cassandra M
Cassandra M
04:40 27 Feb 19
It is great working with Whitaker IT, they are very professional with consultants and good at understanding the requirement and providing right opportunities!!
Sudhamsh Maroju
Sudhamsh Maroju
11:08 25 Feb 19
Whitaker Companies are very professional and personable all at the same time! Paul Choudhuri and Patricia Simpson go above and beyond to meet not only the client's needs but also to place consultants in exactly the right place. Both communicated and followed through on my every need. They have been supportive and warm and anticipated my questions even before I knew what to ask. If you are a client with a need ... CALL Them! If you a consultant looking for a job ... CALL Them! Well done ... Whitaker Companies!
Deborah Tollett
Deborah Tollett
17:15 21 Feb 19
Whitaker Companies, are really good at what they do! They provide swift response, and also go out their ways to help the consultants in achieving their demands. I personally am thankful for Paul and Alexandria for helping me through the process as well as supporting me thereafter.
siddarth servicenow
siddarth servicenow
15:38 18 Feb 19
Whitaker is a great partner of ours at IDI Consulting. I work directly with Paul and have a great two way relationship with him where we both provide each help when needed. They communicate clearly and are very knowledgeable. I highly recommend working with Whitaker in any way possible whether it is as a vendor, customer, or partner.
Dan O'Brien
Dan O'Brien
15:26 18 Feb 19
We employed this group a few years ago and had a great experience. All of the members are wonderful and they were able to fill my jobs quickly. What was most impressive was the responsiveness and the dedication to find best talent to fill our job openings.The admin and ownership play a key role to the success of any organizations business and they support the recruiters well to avoid any last minute issues here at Whitaker. You will not be disappointed.
Jhilmil Goel
Jhilmil Goel
16:02 01 Oct 18
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A growing organization was embarking on a significant IT transformation and needed an experienced CIO to lead the charge. With an urgent timeline and a need for a leader who could drive key initiatives they sought a partner who could quickly deliver top-tier talent: Whitaker IT.

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It’s not just about the offer – it’s about the journey. When you make the journey exceptional, the best talent will choose to walk it with you. A positive candidate experience doesn’t just help you stand out; it positions you as an employer of choice, making it more likely for top-tier talent to choose your offer over others.

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Big Vision. Tight Timeline. One Perfect CIO.

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A growing organization was embarking on a significant IT transformation and needed an experienced CIO to lead the charge. With an urgent timeline and a need for a leader who could drive key initiatives they sought a partner who could quickly deliver top-tier talent: Whitaker IT.

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Why Candidate Experience Matters

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It’s not just about the offer – it’s about the journey. When you make the journey exceptional, the best talent will choose to walk it with you. A positive candidate experience doesn’t just help you stand out; it positions you as an employer of choice, making it more likely for top-tier talent to choose your offer over others.

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