http://news.prlog.org/us,california,silicon-valley/Silicon Valley - California - United States - Latest News (Press Releases) - Read news before it's newsen-us3600 http://www.prlog.org/12145871-negotiating-yourself-right-out-of-an-offer.htmlSo you fancy yourself a skilled negotiator? That will hopefully serve you well, just don’t negotiate yourself right out of an offer. We recently had a fantastic candidate who did just that. http://www.prlog.org/12144243-redfish-technology-sponsors-sun-valley-half-marathon-2013.html“Hydrate!” Nationwide IT Recruiting Firm to Provide Water Bottles to Sun Valley Half Marathon Racers in the June 1, 2013 event. “We love to sponsor healthy events,” says Rob Reeves, CEO. “Stay hydrated and Run, Sun Valley, Run.” http://www.prlog.org/12142866-redfish-technologys-one-for-one-initiative-hits-500-hours-and-counting.htmlThe ‘One for One’ Community Service Initiative surpassed 500 volunteer hours given by the Redfish Technology staff. Recent volunteering has been with the Sawtooth United Football Club, Girl Scouts, Girls on the Run, and Steelheads Youth Hockey. http://www.prlog.org/12133860-the-craft-of-scouting-for-tech-talent-or-hockey-talent.htmlHockey scouting is a secretive world of prospecting, a bit like Cold War-era spying. Long-time tech recruiter and avid hockey coach, John Stevens notes similarities between scouting for hockey talent and recruiting tech talent. http://www.prlog.org/12122242-blue-ribbon-goes-to-redfish-technology-inc-in-the-2013-best-places-to-work.htmlRedfish was awarded first place in the ‘Best Places to Work’ awards. “We are designed to attract and motivate extraordinary people. This culture is one of the main reasons that we, and our clients, are so successful.” said CEO, Rob Reeves. http://www.prlog.org/12108223-redfish-technology-inc-acquires-dicecom-in-surprise-move.htmlCompletely unforeseen by industry analysts, Redfish Technology pulls off a surprise acquisition of Dice.com. http://www.prlog.org/12097296-redfish-technology-hits-20000th-job-order-2013-outlook-great.htmlAnnouncing the 20,000th job order received in March 2013, Redfish Technology, provider of nationwide executive high tech and clean tech recruiting services looks forward to a great year in 2013. http://www.prlog.org/12093431-recruiters-square-off-to-settle-the-redfish-office-squabble-once-and-for-all-in-the-run-off.htmlHow do you settle office squabbles? The notorious Redfish Technology office debate “Who Can Run Farther” will be settled in “The Run Off”. “Like” Redfish Technology on Facebook to enter the drawing, win a $100 Starbucks gift certificate. http://www.prlog.org/12060083-redfish-technologys-one-for-one-initiative-surpasses-expectations.htmlThe first quarter tally is in on the ‘One for One’ Community Service Initiative! Redfish has donated over 160 hours to local organizations. Recipients include: Girl Scouts, Girls on the Run, Higher Ground Sun Valley, The Papoose Club, and others. http://www.prlog.org/12056135-redfish-technology-sponsors-second-citys-laugh-out-loud.htmlNationwide IT Recruiters, Redfish Technology, work hard and play hard, and they like to laugh out loud. For this reason, Redfish is sponsoring the famed comedy troupe the Second City’s “Laugh Out Loud Tour” at the Liberty Theater on Jan. 10-11. http://www.prlog.org/11979887-redfish-technology-announces-one-for-one-community-service-initiative.html$100 and one hour of community service will be donated to a community or charitable organization for each professional job placement made by executive search firm Redfish Technology. The program formalizes Redfish’s commitment to community service. http://www.prlog.org/11972620-jobs-for-college-grads-that-give-jump-start.htmlA good job is hard to find. But that won't sound good to the recruiter when you are looking for a job. They are going to want to hear that you received strong grades and learned practical job skills along the way. http://www.prlog.org/11918550-leading-digital-media-solutions-player-adds-key-project-manager-redfish-technology-fills-position.htmlRedfish Technology, nationwide technology recruiters, proudly announces the placement of Jennifer DeSimone. As Senior Project Manager, this key position deploys the company's software for high profile media customers. http://www.prlog.org/11902222-redfish-technology-growth-company-industry-shaper-client-hires-ev-battery-pioneer.htmlRedfish Technology, nationwide IT and Clean Tech recruiters, is proud to announce another exciting Featured Placement. Greg Fritz, has been hired as Manager Automotive Battery Programs by our Electric Vehicle Infrastructure and Systems client. http://www.prlog.org/11896008-the-dos-and-donts-of-interview-follow-up-by-beth-cliff-engineering-recruitment-manager-redfish.htmlJust had an interview – What next? Do send a prompt and professional thank you, typically within 48 hours. Don’t send a FaceBook Friend request or chocolates! http://www.prlog.org/11896039-exciting-digital-curriculum-company-hires-redfish-technology-executive-search-candidate.htmlRedfish Technology, nationwide Tech recruiters, fills another Account Executive role. Ann Ridgway, experienced sales professional with decade in educational sales domestically and internationally, placed with aggressively growing e-Learning company. http://www.prlog.org/11871821-plate-spinning-the-art-of-successful-recruiting-by-leah-oflynn-executive-recruiter-it-division.htmlPlate spinning is an intense physical and psychological feat; an art form and methodology. The goal is to spin numerous plates, simultaneously, while performing acrobatic maneuvers, balancing goals, and bringing moving parts to a graceful crescendo. http://www.prlog.org/11871811-leading-retail-mobile-technology-company-hires-top-iphone-development-talent-recruited-by-redfish.htmlRedfish Technology, nationwide High Tech and Clean Tech recruiters, is proud to announce another exciting Featured Placement. Tung (Donny) Hsieh, has been hired as Mobile/iPhone Software Developer, by award-winning mobile retail technology company. http://www.prlog.org/11852989-redfish-presents-careers-in-energy-and-clean-technology-at-the-green-festival.htmlVeteran Recruiter at Redfish Technology, Rob Reeves will discuss career opportunities in Energy and Clean Technology, sectors hiring, and job skills in demand, at the Green Festival NY’s Green Economy, Jobs Expo, Sunday April 22 at noon at Stage A. http://www.prlog.org/11848400-egain-featured-in-kmworlds-100-companies-that-matter-in-knowledge-management-list.htmlCompany recognized for continued innovation in multichannel knowledge management for sales and service http://www.prlog.org/11831553-energy-clean-technology-career-opportunities-panel-lines-up-all-star-cast.htmlAll-Star line-up at the ‘Green Economy Jobs and Entrepreneurial Opportunities in the Energy Efficiency and Clean Tech Sector’ event at Green Festival April 22. Meet industry leaders: Redfish Technology, Con Edison, Quadlogic, Green Bronx Machine. http://www.prlog.org/11821843-redfish-technology-to-present-at-career-opportunities-in-the-energy-and-cleantech-sector-panel.htmlRedfish will participate on the ‘Career Opportunities in the Energy and Clean Technology Sector’ panel on Sunday, April 22nd. The panel is part of the ‘Green Economy Jobs in the Energy Efficiency and Clean Tech Sector’ expo in NY. http://www.prlog.org/11806046-redfish-technology-places-web-applications-software-at-leading-web-20-workplace-management-co.htmlRedfish Technology, nationwide IT and Clean Tech recruiters, is proud to announce the hiring of Patricia O’Hear as Software Engineer part of growing the global development team at our client’s enterprise real estate software company. http://www.prlog.org/11801990-what-are-your-interview-takeaways.htmlWhether you are speaking with a recruiter or a hiring manager, there are proven ways to make a good impression and effectively communicate who you are and what you have to offer. First of all, prepare several talking points … http://www.prlog.org/11801232-colliers-international-hosts-silicon-valley-commercial-real-estate-trends2012.htmlForecast Is Optimistic That Silicon Valley Commercial Real Estate Recovery Will Continue http://www.prlog.org/11789268-mybantu-smart-personal-assistant-with-voice-personalization-aims-at-being-siri-20.htmlmyBantu.com , announces a new version of its enhanced personalization feature, well ahead of Valentine’s day. With this release, myBantu aims at being Siri 2.0 http://www.prlog.org/11775832-colliers-reports-silicon-valley-build-to-suit-construction-increased-in-2011.htmlSilicon Valley experienced an increase in the number of new construction/build-to-suit project commitments in 2011. Colliers International is representing tenants in two new large projects for Omnicell, Inc., and Synopsys, Inc. http://www.prlog.org/11765626-do-it-yourself-recruiting-by-ryan-thomson-executive-recruiter-clean-tech-division.htmlDuring a recent webinar on Closing Candidates in a Hot Market, an attendee asked “Why should I use a recruiter, they seem expensive for a job I can do on my own.” It’s a common thread. Ironically, “It’s not your job”. http://www.prlog.org/11750679-redfish-technology-places-director-of-channel-sales-at-2011-tech-innovator.htmlRedfish Technology, nationwide IT and Clean Tech recruiters, is thrilled to announce that Merle Garrison has been hired Director of Channel Sales by our client, a leading Enterprise Software company and a CRN 2011 Tech Innovator award recipient. http://www.prlog.org/11745151-redfish-technology-places-senior-value-consultant-at-one-of-the-2011-25-best-tech-companies.htmlRedfish Technology, nationwide IT and Clean Tech recruiters, is proud to announce another exciting Featured Placement. Zachary Gustafson, has been hired as Senior Value Consultant by our client, a dynamic tech industry leader. http://www.prlog.org/11744935-resume-review-your-15-second-sell-by-joanna-bradley-redfish-technology.htmlYou’ve got 15 seconds. Go! How do you make sure that you get yourself across in the average 15 seconds that a recruiter or hiring manager is going to give your resume? Hear from Joanna Bradley, IT Sales & Marketing Recruitment Manager at Redfish. http://www.prlog.org/11735321-redfish-technology-places-semiconductor-and-solar-cto-talent-at-rising-3rd-generation-solar-start-up.htmlRedfish Technology, nationwide IT and Clean Tech recruiters, is proud to announce another exciting Featured Placement. Dr. Mohan Bhan, has been hired as Chief Technology Officer by our Ultra-Thin Film Solar Energy client. http://www.prlog.org/11718025-studentmentororg-founders-invited-to-the-white-house.htmlStudentMentor.org, a ground-breaking national mentoring organization, has been invited to The White House to meet the President and talk to his staff about the critical issue of college completion and career readiness. http://www.prlog.org/11717556-building-an-organizational-social-media-policy.htmlA company’s social media marketing strategy aims at building the company brand, recruiting new talent, fostering communication, and driving innovation. Social media policy should consider employee work-related versus personal social media use. http://www.prlog.org/11715785-custom-website-design-it-cant-get-any-better.htmlAges ago, business was limited to marketplace activities. Then came the internet and wowed everyone with its immeasurable scope and depth. Today business activities can't do without a strong internet mapping and--custom website designing. http://www.prlog.org/11707989-streamlining-the-hiring-process-for-success-by-beth-cliff-redfish-technology.htmlHiring is in full swing, candidates are actively and selectively interviewing. On average, process from the time a resume is submitted to offer and acceptance is 7-10 days. A key to hiring the most qualified candidate for your organization is … http://www.prlog.org/11698007-winning-the-tech-talent-war-by-redfish-technology-staff-recruiters.htmlDespite high nationwide overall unemployment, the tech sector is only at 4%. There is a looming talent shortage and disconnect between positions open and skills of candidates applying. A strategy for attracting the right talent is important now. http://www.prlog.org/11697999-maximizing-your-interview-time-identify-and-hire-the-right-person-by-anna-mathieu-redfish-tech.htmlHiring the right person for the job is critical. Resumes and screening done by HR and your recruiting partner will bring you the most qualified individuals for the role. Here are some questions that executive recruiters use to cut to the chase. http://www.prlog.org/11697988-thoughtful-interview-preparation-getting-your-dream-job-by-anna-mathieu-redfish-technology.htmlYou’ve identified an opportunity. You’ve polished your resume, and crafted your cover letter. You are invited for an interview! Preparation is key - whether you haven’t interviewed in a decade or if you’ve had ten recent interviews. http://www.prlog.org/11697982-working-with-recruiter-why-who-how-by-anna-mathieu-redfish-technology.htmlThere are a lot of ways to tap into the job market and conduct a search. Working with a recruiter is one avenue. And there are a whole lot of recruiters offering various services. 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There are pros and cons, wouldn’t you know? http://www.prlog.org/11697994-what-is-rpo-and-why-should-you-care-by-anna-mathieu-redfish-technology.htmlOutsourcing is a common practice in manufacturing, accounting & legal services, but what about the hiring functions with which your business must contend? Recruiting is a specialized business, Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) offers great value. http://www.prlog.org/11697946-overcoming-relocation-hurdles-in-talent-acquisition-and-retention-by-greg-schreiner.htmlDespite high unemployment, finding the right talent remains a challenge. If the right talent isn’t local, relocation is an alternative. Hurdles include: the costs of moving, the housing market, spouse/partner employment, acclimation, and location. http://www.prlog.org/11697940-secrets-to-impressing-your-recruiter-and-landing-the-job-by-rob-reeves-ceo-president-of-redfish.htmlWhether you are applying directly to a company or working with an independent search firm, you need to impress the recruiter! The recruiter is likely your first point of contact, you need to impress them and do your part to streamline the process. http://www.prlog.org/11690083-globial-launches-online-business-to-business-network-to-spark-small-business-success-worldwide.htmlGlobial is a business networking platform committed to making “global trade” both easier and more trusted. Globial's website combines research, networking, and user generated content into one unique platform. http://www.prlog.org/11657000-colliers-international-joins-silicon-valley-china-consortium.htmlColliers International has joined with accounting firm Deloitte, Silicon Valley Bank, and law firm O’Melveny & Myers to form a consortium to help Chinese technology companies establish a presence in the Silicon Valley http://www.prlog.org/11581880-employers-beware-when-social-media-says-too-much-by-shannon-tinker.htmlResponsible hiring decisions typically include a background check. Today social media presents a new route to information about candidates. The caveat is that what you learn about a person from social media may be protected by the EEO Laws. http://www.prlog.org/11581824-the-anatomy-of-job-description-and-other-pointers-by-ryan-thomson.htmlA job description is an administrative and legal document, serving to establish a description of an employment work contract. It is also a marketing tool to get the word out about your company and attract the attention of the talent you are seeking. http://www.prlog.org/11543489-determining-market-worth-by-beth-cliff.htmlWhat is the magic salary number in a changing marketplace? With many talented professionals unexpectedly looking for new roles, and companies with tighter budgets and head counts during the recession, how do you determine market value?