If you work outside of IT or Information Security, it’s likely that data security is not often a topic of consideration in your daily work. It’s also likely that you are following bad practices that increase the risk of your systems and data being compromised. Silicon Valley is home to some of the world’s most […]
Workplace Tips
Working Outside the Box: Open Offices, Part 1
In the 1999 movie “Office Space,” Peter Gibbons frees himself from cubicle hell by disassembling part of his workstation and knocking it to the floor, giving him a view to the window and the outside. Watching the movie today, one wonders how would Peter react to the modern post-cubicle landscape, also called the “open office.” […]
Unlimited Vacation Time – the Pros and Cons
Did you know that President William Howard Taft first proposed federal mandates for vacation time in 1910? More than 100 years later, many other countries have laws that require a minimum amount of paid vacation for all workers, but the U.S. remains an exception. Nevertheless, vacation time is a popular benefit for Silicon Valley workers, […]
Using the Power of Habit to Develop New Skills
Each January, Facebook co-founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg resolves to challenge himself in a very specific way. The resolutions vary, but all are accomplishments which can be reached only through sustained effort over time. Put simply, Zuckerberg sets a goal for himself and develops a new habit to reach that goal. The Incredible Power of […]
2016 Summer Reads for Silicon Valley Professionals
Publisher’s Weekly has released their list of Best Summer Books for 2016, and the selections range from novels to biographies to poetry. As you slip into your bathing suit for a relaxing afternoon at the beach or by the pool, Menlo Partners recommends the following recent business-related books. Each is exceptionally well-written and highly relevant […]
Sandwich Generation Tips to Avoid Burnout
The Sandwich Generation is “a generation of people (usually in their 30s or 40s) who care for their aging parents while supporting their own children.” If you are a Silicon Valley professional and a member of the Sandwich Generation, you are well-acquainted with the multiple pressures and demands of balancing workload with family responsibilities. Extreme Pressure […]
Exclamation points, emoticons & emoji’s oh my!
Have you ever received a piece of business communication, either an email or document that contained poor judgement as to the use of exclamation points and or emoticons/emojis? Did it change your perception of the author’s professionalism or perhaps even that of their credibility? First, a quick distinction between emoticons and emoji’s. An emoticon, short for […]
The Best List of Work Productivity Tips
Are you looking for a way to increase productivity and create positive habits? As a Business Owner in Silicon Valley, I strive to find new and better ways of executing my work. Efficiency and results are the hallmark of an excellent Recruiter. Thus, I try to explore new ways to up my game all the […]
How to Work with an Agency Recruiter
Finding a new job isn’t easy, despite the many industries and opportunities in Silicon Valley. Whether you are searching in Palo Alto, San Jose or the City, working with a Recruiter can help. Perhaps it’s been years since you last worked with a Recruiter, you’ve changed careers, changed geographies, want to find temporary employment or […]
Job Hunting When Overpaid
Ever feel caught in an impossible spot, between a rock and a hard place? That can be the feeling of a job seeker who discovers that they are overpaid in the employment market. I know. It’s like hearing from your friend who can’t seem to put weight on. It doesn’t seem like it’s really a problem. […]
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