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National Walk to Work Day – Blue Signal Edition

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The Blue Signal team has gone fully remote in light of recent social distancing restrictions. In order to stay safe, yet still have some work-time fun, we decided to share what it looks like for us to “walk to work” on 2020’s National Walk to Work Day. How do you walk to work?  #HireBlue #COVID19 […]

5 Tips for Hiring without Meeting In Person

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Despite the havoc COVID-19 has wreaked on the stock market, major industries, and some smaller businesses – many companies are still hiring. However, this presents its own unique set of problems, as hiring managers search to find safe ways to conduct interviews. Today’s technology allows people to communicate without meeting face to face, but many […]

Staying on Task and Motivated – 4 Tips for Working from Home

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With the recent COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a huge surge in remote work options. HQ offices are enforcing the shift, and people who are accustomed to office work, are now working from their homes. With this change in scenery, there will be a lot to learn and adjust to. In the following guide, we […]

National Puppy Day: The Dogs of Blue Signal

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This National Puppy Day, we focus on the bundles of fur that bring us so much joy: our dogs. With most of the nation adopting a work from home policy, owners around the country are able to spend more time with man’s best friend. Although we don’t need an excuse to obsess over our pets, […]

Best Practices for Video Interviews in the Midst of COVID-19

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Amid the recent outbreak of the Coronavirus – also referred to as COVID-19 – many organizations are opting to go remote in order to slow the spread among their employees, students, and travelers. Companies like Twitter, Microsoft, and Apple are heading up the shift. So far, school districts, professional sports leagues, food service companies, and […]

How to Resolve Cross Department Rivalries

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Rivalries between internal departments can bring a sense of competition and motivation to the workplace, but what happens when said rivalries bring out feelings of tension and strain between teams? Cross department rivalries are nothing new in a professional environment – it’s natural for contrasting teams to compete for power and credibility. However, when these […]

International Women’s Day 2020

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Blue Signal’s team is 49% female.This International Women’s Day, we would like to celebrate the accomplishments of those supporting gender parity within the tech industry. Did you know, the average percentage of females to males in a technologically driven business is 25% – despite women making up 46.9% of the total workforce.  /wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Blue_Signal_International_Women_s_Day2020.mp4 At Blue […]

7 Tips For the First Days of Your New Gig

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You’ve landed a new job, congratulations — the hardest part is over! While surviving the interview process is something to celebrate, it’s important to keep up your A-game as you start your new role. Whether it’s applicants exaggerating on their resumes or employers overselling a role, it’s estimated that 20% of employee turnover happens in the […]

How to Build a Positive Team Culture

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With talent at an all time shortage, companies are having to up the ante on their retention strategies. Some take creative approaches – like ping pong tables in the break room, doughnut Fridays, and chair massages as perks. Others stay the typical route of ensuring competitive compensation and more comprehensive wellness offerings. With today’s job […]