Skill > Branding, How HeyDevs is Putting the Focus Back on Talent

A “Gig economy” is defined as a labor market characterized by the prevalence of short-term contracts or freelance work as opposed to permanent jobs. Gone are the days where workers would find themselves working for one company for 50 years until retirement, as gig economies are changing the face of the modern workforce. Some projections show that gig workers may actually outnumber the traditional workforce in many sectors in the coming years.

Even for long-term contract employees who are not gig workers, this evolution is changing the workforce, as the average person will change jobs at least 12 times in their lifetime. This change in company loyalty is both a result of the way companies do business, as well as the advantages gained by job seekers who utilize technology to continually improve their job and earnings.

You are your own brand

The hyperconnectivity of the digital age has allowed many job seekers to propel themselves ahead of their peers, using social media, job platforms and digital media to enhance their image among hiring managers.

Did you know, in a recent survey conducted by The Harris Poll, 70% of employers said they believe screening a candidates’ social media profile was a good way to vet new hires, and had done so at least once during their hiring process.

Not everyone is a Tik Tok star

But let’s face it, not everyone is capable of curating a perfect social media presence, or even a desire to. Granted, a job seekers ability to use social media or a job profile to share their previous work and personality shows great initiative and drive, this level of personal branding isn’t relevant to many types of jobs, and doesn’t always translate to a proficiency in actual skill.

This can be stressful for job seekers, creating FOMO that by not utilizing the latest job platform or exhibiting their recent work on Tik Tok, that others job seekers will get the jobs they are after. So what options do people have that are heavy on talent, and low on personal branding?

HeyDevs focuses on talent and experience

HeyDevs is an active sourcing platform that puts the focus back on talent and experience, so everyone can find a job that matches their skill set and desired career path.

HeyDev’s unbiased hiring allows candidates to create a profile which focuses mainly on their talents and experience. At the end of the day, no matter how well you can brand yourself to employers, the ability to actually competently do a job relies mainly on your talent, experience and interpersonal skills. HeyDevs allows candidates to achieve this through a variety of methods;

Unbiased hiring

A developer's ability to code properly isn’t related to their appearance, race, gender or any other immutable quality. On HeyDevs, these are hidden from potential employers, so the focus is solely on your talents. Even the best HR managers bring human bias into the hiring process, but with HeyDevs, companies are able to search for and browse for new talent based on what matters most, your skill!

Profiles focused on talent and experience

This is aided by HeyDev's smart filter system. Developers looking for work, can easily specify their skills, location, and work experience in their profile. Then, when employers create new positions to search for new hires, they will be connected to the talent that matches their criteria.

Let your skills speak for themselves

Everyone at some point during their job search has felt misunderstood, questioned their CV picture or format, and felt lost in a sea of amazing people all looking for their dream job before they even got their foot in the door. With HeyDevs, the initial connection between employers and candidates is powered by the HeyDevs smart filter system, propelled by the sincere talent and experience of some of the world’s top tech talent.

Some of the most brilliant people in the world are shy, disinterested in personal branding, or simply don’t engage with social media. If you feel you have the talent beyond your peers, worthy of a job that matches your abilities, then HeyDevs is the place for you.

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About HeyDevs

HeyDevs is a revolutionary new platform that empowers developers to take control of their careers, connect with other developers and find job opportunities that align with their goals and interests, without ever needing to apply for a single job! With HeyDevs, companies compete for you, not the other way around.

For developers, HeyDevs offers invaluable resources including our specialized swipe-to-work function, anonymous profile, and customizable search criteria, with the ability to connect and chat with prospective employers completely on-site.
For businesses, HeyDevs offers tools to maximize the recruitment process, saving time and money, with a talent pipeline that streamlines a majority of the hiring process directly on the platform, eliminating the need for recruiters or headhunters so the hiring process can be handled with HeyDevs as the only medium between employer and candidate, all powered by smart matching to ensure the most relevant matches are provided first. HeyDevs is a truly unbiased hiring platform, delivering a diverse pool of talent that hides information such as avatar, age, and gender, focusing solely on experience and skill, and paving the way for a more inclusive workplace.