How to Make a Strong First Impression in Your Next Meeting
One of the greatest things about being a young entrepreneur is getting to learn from other, more seasoned entrepreneurs. One such fellow entrepreneur I know is Teresa Garland, managing partner at Intelligender, who always seems to know how to leave a lasting impression.
Recently, we asked her for her best advice for making a strong impression in a first meeting. Here are her top 5 tips:
1. Yes, what you wear matters. Save the provocative for your evening out — in business, stick with a conservative look that is accepted universally as appropriate (and you know exactly what that is!). Your style is a signal that you can be trusted to behave and stay focused — make sure what you wear reflects that. That doesn’t mean boring — be fashionable but appropriate. Adorn a colorful scarf thrown over your shoulder, or a bright purse or off-setting color on your heels (and yes, you’ve got to wear heels). Wear jewelry and accessories that give you confidence while presenting a discreet flair.
The key thing to dressing for success early on is looking like you’ve already achieved success – and that is the first step toward a positive lasting impression.
2. Never, ever be late. Promptness demonstrates seriousness and lateness shows contempt — always, always run on time, which means factoring in the unexpected, from traffic to construction at the parking garage or delays in public transportation. Tardiness can throw off the entire karma of a meeting and nobody wins. So if you need to leave early enough that you find yourself sitting in a parking lot for 15 minutes prior, do it.
If you have an uncontrollable event that will require a postponement or reschedule, contact your appointment as far in advance as possible so they can make use of their time in place of meeting with you. When you do reschedule, give the new day and time lots of thought to guarantee you can be there.
3. Google but don’t gawk-gle. Know the highlights of the person’s life or career you are meeting with, but stop there. Don’t worry about their Twitter feeds about date night or taco lunches. If their education or previous jobs give you a shared connection, mention it as an ice-breaker. But the most important thing to remember is that you are there to promote yourself and your offerings, not to remind them of theirs. And, if you already know something that they think you don’t, let them share it and don’t cut them off. Being generous goes both ways — share and listen, but never embarrass.
4. Listen before you ask. In first meetings, we often spend so much time thinking about what we are going to ask next that we don’t even hear that we already got the answer. But in a business setting, showing genuine interest in the other person is key to establishing a quick and relaxed conversation. Whenever possible, follow up with questions based on what they just answered — that gives you a nice transition and demonstrates you are more focused on them than the list in your head.
5. Trust your gut. Even if, in those first moments, it is clear you have lost the “instant chemistry” test, hold your head high and keep going. For all you know, you may remind someone inadvertently of their ex-sister-in-law (or worse, ex-wife!), but if you conduct yourself with integrity and pride, that will quickly pass.
Always stay true to your gut instincts. The female leaders who have achieved great success have stuck with those feelings, even when everyone around them either openly or indirectly doubted or criticized them. If you have a passion or vision (no matter how general or specific), just walk towards it. Keep it in front of you at all times. And try this mantra: If you think it and speak it, then you will create it.
What do you think — agree or disagree? Have these tips served you in an important meeting recently?
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Web Chat Representative - Tempe (Revana)
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Designer II, Electrical
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Details: Department: IT ServicesSchedule: Full-timeShift: Hours To Be DeterminedHours: Job Details: - Bachelors Degree Preferred Perform administration and implementation of changes to all Fibre Channel and NAS Storage systems, such as EMC DMX, Centera, Isilon, NetApp, and IBM XIV environments, including allocating disk volumes and expanding existing drive volumes. Responsible for SAN switch configuration and management. Responsible For zoning, mapping, and masking SAN LUNs. Responsible for use of server and storage application management software. Responsible for monitoring and managing server/storage performance and security in conjunction with IT security team. Create and maintain UNIX and UNIX-like scripts to automate, repair or enhance UNIX and Storage environments. Server and storage environment management duties include ensuring server availability by monitoring, analyzing and reporting server status for both hardware and software components. Responsible for Storage replication and Failover/failback testing. Responsible for administration of multiple UNIX servers of various types, utilizing AIX, Linux and HPUX operating systems. UNIX system administration functions performed are, but not limited to user account management, data backup/restore procedures, systems performance management, leading operating system software installation/upgrades, application software installation/upgrades and network components maintenance during both normal and off-hours. Work with Lead Backup engineer to perform backup administration duties. Provide technical assistance and documentation to team members and to other teams or departments that may need assistance for storage/server/backup related issues. Perform software and hardware upgrades. Perform UNIX administration work. Initiate and lead the implementation of resolutions to server and Storage environment related problems pertaining to hardware, software and/or configuration. Be part of an on-call rotation to support 24 x 7 production environment. Track and report status of tasks and projects for UNIX/Storage/Backup to management. B.S. Computer Science/Engineering or 10 years equivalent experience. EMC Certification/AIX Certification preferred. 10 years hands on UNIX and EMC experience in a medium to large environment. *CB Date Posted: Apr-10-13
Client Services Software Engineer
Details: Why FIS-mFoundry?Our mission is simple: create software that allows users to have an immediate connection with their money through the power of mobile. Our industry-leading SaaS-based mobile banking solution is revolutionizing how financial institutions and businesses connect with their customers and reinventing how consumers interact and manage their finances. At FIS-mFoundry, we believe it takes more than delivering a product in a box, it requires a passionate and dedicated workforce to develop influential and game-changing products and services. Are you interested in joining a company whose products are used by millions, where innovation and ideas are celebrated, and where the work is meaningful and challenging? One that pushes the boundaries and sets trends rather than follows them? A work culture that promotes a true meritocracy, and where accountability is the standard? Then FIS-mFoundry is the place for you. Join us as we advance into new verticals and share our vision to connect the world through the power of mobile. Let’s innovate together. The PositionmFoundry is seeking a Software Engineer to work with our Client Services team. The ideal candidate would be a Computer Science college graduate who can roll-up their sleeves and is eager to learn. Responsibilities:• Develop and maintain mFoundry mobile applications per customer requests. This includes but is not limited to: • JAVA and web services development• Proof of concept mobile application development• Mobile configuration and branding assistance for clients• Product engineering efforts when needed• Provide user interface maintenance to customer mobile applications• Provide user interface development of CSS/HTML front end updates that meet customer requirements• Develop and maintain tools and utilities that assist in testing, deploying and supporting customer implementations• Maintain application documentation Qualifications and Skills:• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field• Experience with JAVA• Working experience developing adapter, web services, SOAP, and XML ideal• iPhone experience ideal• Strong understanding of internet based technologies and technical concepts, necessary for problem troubleshooting• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as demonstrated by a walkthrough of technical deliverables you have produced• Solid analytical, critical and creative problem solving skills• High level of personal organization, as well as the ability to promote efficient and effective organized teamwork• Previous experience in a start-up environment.• Ability to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.• Mobile experience is a plus Benefits:FIS-mFoundry values our employees and we support them with a comprehensive and multi-faceted benefits program that includes:• Competitive salaries• Generous health benefits consisting of:1. Medical benefit plan2. Dental benefits plan3. Vision benefits plan4. Life insurance plan, long-term disability program and accidental death and dismemberment coverage. • Annual flexible spending account• 401k saving program plus company matching plan• Commuter program• Credit Union program In addition, the vacation package on a full calendar year includes:• 2 Weeks Paid Vacation• 4 Personal Choice Days• 5 Sick Days• 7 Calendar Holidays Other perks include free parking at the Larkspur office, a fully stocked kitchen and frequent employee events, such as bowling, Frisbee golf and company picnics. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis. EEO/AA Employer
Java Tech Lead - Product Engineering
Details: Why FIS-mFoundry?Our mission is simple: create software that allows users to have an immediate connection with their money through the power of mobile. Our industry-leading SaaS-based mobile banking solution is revolutionizing how financial institutions and businesses connect with their customers and reinventing how consumers interact and manage their finances. At FIS-mFoundry, we believe it takes more than delivering a product in a box, it requires a passionate and dedicated workforce to develop influential and game-changing products and services. Are you interested in joining a company whose products are used by millions, where innovation and ideas are celebrated, and where the work is meaningful and challenging? One that pushes the boundaries and sets trends rather than follows them? A work culture that promotes a true meritocracy, and where accountability is the standard? Then FIS-mFoundry is the place for you. Join us as we advance into new verticals and share our vision to connect the world through the power of mobile. Let’s innovate together. The PositionFIS-mFoundry is seeking a Technical Lead to work with our Product Development team. The ideal candidate would be a seasoned Java engineer willing and able to lead a development team through all phases of the software development cycle. Responsibilities:• Provide accurate work estimates for proposed projects• Participate in product planning, balancing effort, risk and reward of various solutions• Organize and balance work load across a team of developers• Mentor and cross-train other Java developers• Solve problems and present creative solutions to teams• Be an “expert” for technical aspects of the product• Develop and maintain mFoundry mobile and server applications to meet the needs of our customers• Develop Java Enterprise Edition server components• Develop mobile application user interfaces • Develop browser-based user interfaces using HTML, CSS and AJAX• Develop and execute unit tests for product components• Develop and maintain tools and utilities that assist in testing, deploying and supporting customer implementations• Work with all groups within mFoundry to ensure high quality of delivered product Qualifications and Skills:• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field• Ability to translate business requirements into technical requirements• Must have a passion for working with and developing engineering teams• Able to stand up and drive discussions; take ownership and facilitate design meetings, set direction and ensure tasks are complete• Experience leading remote or offshore resources an asset• Proven skills as a technical expert and team leader in Java and J2EE technology solutions• Advanced understanding of Object Oriented Design and Design Patterns• Experience with mobile platforms such as iPhone and Android• Able to rapidly pick up new concepts; self-motivated and willing to learn new technologies• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills• Ability to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment Benefits:FIS-mFoundry values our employees and we support them with a comprehensive and multi-faceted benefits program that includes:• Competitive salaries• Generous health benefits consisting of:1. Medical benefit plan2. Dental benefits plan3. Vision benefits plan4. Life insurance plan, long-term disability program and accidental death and dismemberment coverage. • Annual flexible spending account• 401k saving program plus company matching plan• Commuter program• Credit Union program In addition, the vacation package on a full calendar year includes:• 2 Weeks Paid Vacation• 4 Personal Choice Days• 5 Sick Days• 7 Calendar Holidays Other perks include free parking at the Larkspur office, a fully stocked kitchen and frequent employee events, such as bowling, Frisbee golf and company picnics. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis. EEO/AA Employer
Java Tech Lead / Solutions Lead - Client Services Engineering
Details: Why FIS-mFoundry?Our mission is simple: create software that allows users to have an immediate connection with their money through the power of mobile. Our industry-leading SaaS-based mobile banking solution is revolutionizing how financial institutions and businesses connect with their customers and reinventing how consumers interact and manage their finances. At FIS-mFoundry, we believe it takes more than delivering a product in a box, it requires a passionate and dedicated workforce to develop influential and game-changing products and services. Are you interested in joining a company whose products are used by millions, where innovation and ideas are celebrated, and where the work is meaningful and challenging? One that pushes the boundaries and sets trends rather than follows them? A work culture that promotes a true meritocracy, and where accountability is the standard? Then FIS-mFoundry is the place for you. Join us as we advance into new verticals and share our vision to connect the world through the power of mobile. Let’s innovate together. The PositionFIS-mFoundry is seeking a Java Tech Lead / Solutions Architect (Client Services Engineering). This is a client-facing position. Specific areas of responsibility include:• Technical architect for product integrations with our clients• Drive all aspects of solution architecture and development through the full development life cycle• Develop technical specifications for client integration efforts that require product extensions• Lead technical delivery team for client integration work• Complete implementations based on company existing processes and practices• Proactively contribute to improving practices based on client implementation learning and feedback• Scope and size work effort for proposed integration work• Hands-on development for new and existing integration projects Qualifications and Skills:• Proven success delivering solutions to clients as a technical architect, ideally in a consulting and/or professional services environment• Proven ability to gather software design requirements, document technical specifications, produce design and architectural documents, and lead a development effort• Experience with web technologies and protocols, SOA, SAAS, integration methodologies, databases, web security, and distributed systems• Deep understanding of web services with experience integrating into corporate environments• A minimum of 6 year of Java/J2EE large scale design and development is required• Knowledge of J2EE technologies (Oracle RDBMS, DB2, MySQL, Weblogic, Jboss, WebSphere) required• Open Source expertise• Apache, LDAP, Linux• Hands-on mindset, development, and architecture• UML and modeling diagrams• Demonstrated experience leading a development team• Self-driven and works well independently• Excellent written and verbal communication skills• Understanding development methodology and actual experience writing functional and technical design specifications• Experience creating and enforcing development process and conventions• Ability to work full time in San Francisco or Larkspur, CA Preferred skills:• Spring and Hibernate experiences.• Mobile development experience on any platform (iPhone, Android, RIM, Android, Windows 7 and etc).• Experience with financial systems like banking core, online banking and bill pay systems.• Exposure to security protocols.• Previous consulting experience, ideally 3 years• Application server experience – JBoss/WebSphere• Experience working with financial services is a plus• Exposure to and understanding of security audit process• Demonstrated understanding of security protocols• 15% travel as required Benefits:FIS-mFoundry values our employees and we support them with a comprehensive and multi-faceted benefits program that includes:• Competitive salaries• Generous health benefits consisting of:1. Medical benefit plan2. Dental benefits plan3. Vision benefits plan4. Life insurance plan, long-term disability program and accidental death and dismemberment coverage. • Annual flexible spending account• 401k saving program plus company matching plan• Commuter program• Credit Union program In addition, the vacation package on a full calendar year includes:• 2 Weeks Paid Vacation• 4 Personal Choice Days• 5 Sick Days• 7 Calendar Holidays Other perks include free parking at the Larkspur office, a fully stocked kitchen and frequent employee events, such as bowling, Frisbee golf and company picnics. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis. EEO/AA Employer
Platform Quality Engineer (Software Engineer in Test)
Details: Why FIS-mFoundry?Our mission is simple: create software that allows users to have an immediate connection with their money through the power of mobile. Our industry-leading SaaS-based mobile banking solution is revolutionizing how financial institutions and businesses connect with their customers and reinventing how consumers interact and manage their finances. At FIS-mFoundry, we believe it takes more than delivering a product in a box, it requires a passionate and dedicated workforce to develop influential and game-changing products and services. Are you interested in joining a company whose products are used by millions, where innovation and ideas are celebrated, and where the work is meaningful and challenging? One that pushes the boundaries and sets trends rather than follows them? A work culture that promotes a true meritocracy, and where accountability is the standard? Then FIS-mFoundry is the place for you. Join us as we advance into new verticals and share our vision to connect the world through the power of mobile. Let’s innovate together. The PositionThe mFoundry QA team is seeking a Software Engineer in Test for our Quality Engineering team to lead the testing program for our new Mobile Platform. This self-starter will work closely with the Director of Platform Engineering to define, implement, and manage the test strategies to ensure rock solid quality, reliable and maintainable test automation frameworks, clear documentation and test methodologies. Creativity will be crucial to your success as you dive into the OSGi driven framework, create interesting java components, and exercise all manners of functional and non-functional requirements. Reporting directly to the Quality Engineering Lead, you will collaborate on integrating the platform test harness into our nightly Continuous Integration system to ensure testing happens early and often in our agile-based SDLC allowing for rapid testing feedback to the software engineering team. Responsibilities:• Develop test plans and associated documentation• Develop Java components in an OSGi environment to test OSGi services• Develop web application components to test web services• Develop and/or suggest incremental unit test components• Develop and improve documentation related to use of the services• Debug and troubleshoot software issues in a collaborative way with software engineering teams• Provide test estimates and maintain testing schedules• Identify, research, report, track and verify software defects proactively and comprehensively• Write accurate, detailed, bug reports• Recognize test case, test coverage deficiencies, or process problems and propose improvements• Work with our bug database Jira, and our wiki Confluence, to log and track reported defects, review user stories and specs for acceptance tests, test results reporting, and task assignments• Use our test repository, TestLink, for test case assignments, test execution, results reporting Qualifications and Skills:• Working experience with Java and server side development, ideally as a software engineer in test. • Strong desire to develop, enhance and maintain software testing frameworks• Strong understanding of internet based technologies and technical concepts, necessary for problem troubleshooting• Mobile application platform experience a plus but not required• Ability to jump into early development in a self-directed manner to help drive the development process• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as demonstrated by a walkthrough of technical deliverables you have produced• Solid analytical, critical and creative problem solving skills• High level of personal organization, as well as the ability to promote efficient and effective organized teamwork• Ability to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.• Experience with Continuous Integration systems• Strong test project management skills that allow you to recognize and report on project scope changes and potential schedule impacts ahead of time, whenever possible.• Able to recognize test case deficiencies and propose improvements• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field Nice to Haves:• Experience with test automation product such as Soasta CloudTest, HP S• Experience with Jenkins / Hudson or other build servers• Mobile device automation• Groovy, PERL• Understanding of Agile and/or SCRUM• Experience with Requirements Writing• Experience with Test Case Management Tool (Test Link, Zephyr, etc.)• Experience with online banking and financial software• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite• Experience w/wiki software such as Confluence Benefits:FIS-mFoundry values our employees and we support them with a comprehensive and multi-faceted benefits program that includes:• Competitive salaries• Generous health benefits consisting of:1. Medical benefit plan2. Dental benefits plan3. Vision benefits plan4. Life insurance plan, long-term disability program and accidental death and dismemberment coverage. • Annual flexible spending account• 401k saving program plus company matching plan• Commuter program• Credit Union program In addition, the vacation package on a full calendar year includes:• 2 Weeks Paid Vacation• 4 Personal Choice Days• 5 Sick Days• 7 Calendar Holidays Other perks include free parking at the Larkspur office, a fully stocked kitchen and frequent employee events, such as bowling, Frisbee golf and company picnics. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis. EEO/AA Employer
Outside Plant Engineer
Details: Must Have:Considerable OSP-FM experience.Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:Assemble Units to provide an engineering design for an underground conduit structure, direct buried cable plant installation, and/or aerial installation.CAD OSP-FM work to create a set of construction drawings including information on existing facilities, utility research and placement on drawings (all features within the Right of Way and both sides of the street, railroad, etc.), and accurate identification and depiction of all Assembly Units required to complete the job.Perform planning package creation for proposed projects. Perform planning final package hand-off for proposed projects. OSP-FM experience required. Knowledge of telecommunications network design principals and processes.Subject matter expert of all technical aspects of outside plant facilities, transport equipment, cable counts, cable records, permitting, and fiber optic systems. Perform planning high level cost analysis for proposed projects.Perform planning research for proposed projects.Other duties as assigned by Manager.Skills/Requirements:Knowledge and experience in Outside Plant Design, and Fiber to the Premise (FTTP) Design.Working knowledge of “Image” OSP design system and of “CET” costing tool.Working knowledge of personal computers and various software applications.Can plan, organize, and coordinate in a self-directed and team environment.Good decision making, analytical, and problem solving abilities.Good verbal and written communication skills.Must have valid Driver’s License.Full-time; compensation based on unit structure.
