Jeff Rumage
Staff Reporter at Built In
Expertise: Human Resources, Professional Development and Workplace Culture
Education: University of Wisconsin-Madison

Jeff Rumage is a Built In staff reporter covering workplace culture in the tech industry. Before joining Built In in 2021, he worked as a reporter and editor for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Patch and the Oconomowoc Enterprise. He earned a bachelor’s degree in political science and communications from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

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By gathering input from colleagues at multiple levels, 360 feedback can provide a holistic view of an employee’s strengths and weaknesses. These insights can fuel professional development, but they can be harmful if mishandled.
A bad manager stands over an employee with his hands on his hips.
Micromanagement, vague feedback and inconsistent communication are all telltale signs of an ineffective boss — the result of which is higher employee turnover and lower productivity.
Two aerospace engineers analyze a jet engine prototype on a computer screen.
From startups to multinational giants, these are the companies propelling India’s aerospace sector.
A new employee shakes with the first of four coworkers.
The first day at a new job is an exciting time, but it’s full of unknowns. Here’s what you can expect on the first day and some advice for making a good first impression with your team.
A job seeker writes an email to cancel a job interview.
Canceling or rescheduling an interview can be inconvenient for an employer, but you can stay in their good graces by politely notifying them as soon as possible.
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Transferable skills are traits that are useful in many different careers. In a crowded field of applicants, recruiters often favor candidates who can identify and articulate the value of their transferable skills.
An employee runs along a blue line toward a target on a lightbulb.
A practical guide for investing in your team’s future.
The Atal Bridge in Ahmedabad is pictured against an orange sky
These firms are leading innovation in Gujarat.
A close-up photo of a colorful silicon wafer, which is a component of a semiconductor.
Singapore is on the front lines of semiconductor innovation.
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Senior executives are tapping younger workers for insights into trends, technology and workplace culture.
An employee places a resignation letter on their boss' desk.
Break the news without burning bridges.
A miniature ghost is pictured next to a text bubble that says "we're hiring."
Don’t let these fake listings haunt your job search.