Working in Tech
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The importance of discussing mental health in the work environment
Mental health is a fundamental topic that we all should approach with seriousness and commitment, especially in the workplace. Recently, this issue was discussed in the #JoppyTalks series, featuring Jordi Miró Bruix, co-founder of Ancla.life, who delved into the importance of employees managing their mental health and how companies can contribute to this process. It…
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The Ghost Job Trap: A Bad Practice That Needs to End
Recently, a study published by Cornell University revealed an alarming statistic: 21% of job postings are what are known as “ghost jobs”! But what exactly are ghost jobs? They are the unethical practice of keeping job positions open in the labor market, even when there is no real intention to fill them in the short…
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Interview with Jorge Baumann: A Journey Through Web Development and Professional Growth
Lluis tells us about the leadership of a tech team
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The Importance of Salary Transparency in Recruiting
In any type of negotiation, there is a golden rule: never show your cards first. Generally, the one who does this tends to end up at a disadvantage. However, in the world of recruiting, this dynamic can become a real problem. At Joppy, we strongly encourage companies to publish their salary ranges openly, as this…
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Self-Promotion: The Key to Standing Out in the Job Market
Recently, Nico Bour, CEO of Joppy, has been on the hunt for a Sales & Customer Manager. While he’s been fortunate enough to find great talent, he’s surprised by how poorly some people market themselves. In the end, your profile on a CV, LinkedIn, Joppy, or wherever you choose to present yourself is essential. It’s…
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The Importance of Transparency in Tech Job Offers
When it comes to job offers for tech profiles, it’s quite common to find certain promises aimed at attracting top talent. Some of these assertions often include: 👉 Working with the best technologies.👉 You won’t have to refactor.👉 The culture and teamwork are unique.👉 The employee comes first.👉 Your professional growth is guaranteed. Without a…
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Amazon’s Remote Work Policy Shift and Its Broader Implications
Recently, Nico Bour, CEO of Joppy, joined Alex Rodríguez Bacardit of MarsBased on his podcast Life on Mars to discuss Amazon’s upcoming shift in remote work policy, set to take effect on January 1, 2025. This change signifies a transition from a remote-first approach to a return-to-office strategy, with Amazon claiming it will benefit team…
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Top 10 countries having the best developers
Check out these surprising coding stats from HackerRank! Turns out, the usual suspects like the US and India didn’t even crack the top 25 in coding firepower. Coders were put to the test on everything from Algorithms to Python and were judged on speed and accuracy. Top 10 Countries in Coding Didn’t see your country?…
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Linux vs Windows: Which System to Choose… Jamie Reid
Jamie has delved into which system he believes is better for a developer
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How to correctly close a selection process… by Alejandro Mariana
Alejandro Mariana Muñoz tells us how to close efficiently.
