The information technology (IT) job market is evolving fast — are you keeping up? In this episode of "Talkin’ Talent," host Sam McCarthy sits down with IT recruiting experts Craig Savarick and Bryant Covelli to explore the key hiring trends shaping 2025. Whether you're looking to hire top tech talent, or advance your own IT career, this episode is packed with must-know insights.

Craig and Bryant break down what it takes to stay competitive amid the surging demand for skilled IT professionals and the shifting dynamics of remote and hybrid work. They also share insider perspectives on the growing role of contract and project-based work, why hiring speed matters more than ever and how IT professionals can stand out in a rapidly evolving job market.

Tune in to discover:

  • The biggest hiring challenges and trends in IT for 2025
  • How compensation expectations are shifting, and what that means for employers
  • The rise of contract and project-based IT work, and when it makes the most sense 
  • Proven strategies to attract and retain top-tier tech talent

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Sam McCarthy

Recruiting & Staffing Services

Director, Cordia Resources by
Cherry Bekaert

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Craig Savarick

Recruiting & Staffing Services

Director, Cordia Resources by
Cherry Bekaert

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Bryant Covelli

Recruiting & Staffing Services

Director, Cordia Resources by
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