If the past year has had you considering the possibility of striking out on your own as a consultant, now would be a great time. While it’s true that high-tech talent is always in demand, in recent weeks we’ve seen hiring activity hit a fever pitch as companies shake off the uncertainty of 2020 and start the new year with a full head of steam. Horizontal Talent flew through December without the typical hiring lull we see with our clients around the holidays — and the digital and IT talent shortage has only grown since then. Let’s take a look at today’s…