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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President Donald Trump stands behind a lectern.
Trump’s attempts to eliminate DEI from both the public and private sector could trigger a nationwide domino effect in corporate hiring practices.
Cars drive on the street in Tiruchirappalli, also known as Trichy.
Meet the companies fueling the growth of Trichy’s software sector.
A photo of the Trump memecoin on a smartphone.
$TRUMP brought new users to the crypto space, but some think the president’s memecoin does little to boost the reputation of an industry plagued by scams and volatility.
President Donald Trump speaks at a lectern.
Among other things, the pro-crypto order aims to remove regulatory barriers, boost stablecoin development and create a national digital asset stockpile — all in an effort to “promote United States leadership” and protect “economic liberty.”
An employee jumps from a small brief case to a large briefcase, representing their advancement from an individual contributor to a manager.
If you don’t have experience, you can demonstrate your management potential by taking on larger projects, contributing bright ideas and mentoring junior employees.
President Donald Trump points at a supporter during the Conservative Political Action Conference in February 2024.
Trump tried to limit the H-1B program during his first term in office. But his new friends in Silicon Valley might persuade him to take a more lenient stance this time around.
A photo of the Bibi Ka Maqbara tomb in Aurangabad.
These companies are shaping the tech scene in the middle of Maharashtra.
The sun rises on the Gurgaon skyline.
Some of the world’s most prominent companies have a presence in Gurgaon.
Employees celebrate in front of a gauge measuring employee morale.
Leaders can improve morale by listening to employees, communicating transparently and hiring supportive managers. They can also recognize employee contributions and invest in their professional development.
An orange warning sign hangs over the head of one of seven employee avatars.
Difficult employees can sap morale and productivity from an otherwise healthy team. Address these issues early on by determining the root cause, setting clear expectations and providing resources to correct their behavior.
A hiring manager holds an employee's resume while interviewing them.
This interview question allows you to explain why your skills and experience will be useful to the organization. We’ll help you make your case without being cocky.
A man holds his hands up in the air with a big yellow star above him.
Recognizing employee accomplishments is essential to motivating and retaining employees. Here are a few ideas for designing a program that’s right for your organization.