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How to Increase Sales during a Slow Down in our Economy

December 25, 2008

Article Title:  How to Increase Sales during a Slow Down in our Economy
Author Byline:  James Furness
Author Website: http://www.searchlogixgroup.com

Tough times are here, what to do now?

When the going gets tough the tough get going! We have all heard this at one time or another and for many of us it holds very true. We have long been a country of coming together and working with one another when times get lean. Unfortunately times are indeed tough. I have had numerous conversations with clients of mine that are worried about the current state of our economy and candidates that have also decided to stay put where they are and ended their respective new job search. What are we to do?

I find during these times that I simply have to work harder, increase my volume of new connections and reach out to older clients that have not been active for a while. Even the leanest companies are hiring at some type of level. Some are trimming the fat while others that perform contract work for outsourcing may actually benefit from a slow down of the larger companies. Bottom line: increase your output and you will see success.

I also try to bring a value add when pitching a new client company and try to have some type of strategic info on their current state while initially engaging with them. You really need to know how to help your clients and what will benefit them not only in the short term but also over a long period as well. If sales are down, introduce a candidate that may bring some new business to the table or ask some probing questions as to why they feel things have slowed down. If there is a problem, do your best to help them fix it.

No matter what business you call your own, it is imperative that you stay visible and open to the changes of your client base and adjust to their needs. I am hopeful that all of us will prosper in ’09 and working together will be the key. Are you willing to work a little harder? If you do, you will absolutely benefit in the long run.

About the Author

James Furness joined The SearchLogix Group in 2007 and came to us with 7 years of diverse recruitment experience from one of world’s largest recruitment firms. James attended the University of Massachusetts at Boston and has been an Atlanta native for the majority of his life. James has an excellent reputation of establishing long-term working relationships with both his clients and candidates. James’ primary areas of focus are as follows: Supply Chain/Logistics, Transportation, Manufacturing, Sales and Business Development, Distribution, Marketing, and Medical Devices. You can contact James at james [dot] furnesspr [at] searchlogixgroup [dot] com or 770-517-2660 x 15.

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Sr. Embedded Software Engineer (Video Control Electronics), 90-110K target, N. Dallas Suburb

December 10, 2008

Sr. Embedded Software Engineer (Video Control Electronics), 90-110K target + nice bonus! N. Dallas Suburb, great benefits

 

Exciting role working with a privately owned organization who is dominating their market-place. This small but growing and profitable firm that has doubled its revenue is the last several years is seeking an embedded and application software engineer to work on advanced video controls for various video content delivery mechanisms. Some of these devices are used in sophisticated, compact and robust set-top boxes. Others can be used in video displays in a variety of settings.  The primary focus of this job is the development of embedded and application software but one thing is for certain, this company doesn’t partition responsibilities between embedded, device driver and application development layer in the most rigid way. The engineers wear many hats in a vibrant team setting. You will also develop and integrate software in full-life cycle for both custom projects, and core products that may be mass-produced. This will be a challenge and the work is fast paced and refreshing. The big picture products are tangible and the internal engineering labs exude a high-tech electronics atmosphere. In this position you will wear many hats and can be rewarded with significant challenge and opportunity to learn new skills in the embedded-Linux, and low level applications markets. If you meet the requirements, please send your MS Word resume to resume [at] alynpatrick [dot] com.

 

Skills sought:

– 5-8+ years of embedded software

– Experience with video controls, DVR or Set-top boxes or video streaming or decoders (not at the lowest level) etc.

– Prefer uClinux or embedded Linux but open to Windows and other platforms coupled with strong low level programming.

– Device driver skills in Linux or Windows DDK environment a plus

– Pluses would include experience with video imaging, camera controls, video chip-set integration, LED displays have worked on handsets, video display, digital signage, RF tuners, set-top-box, video on demand, video content delivery for universities, sporting arenas, hotels, casinos, entertainment venues etc

 

Skill menu (skills / technologies considered pluses but not all required): h.264, h264, h.263, h263, mpeg, mpeg2, mpeg4, jpeg, ddk, device driver, video, transport, audio decoders, demuxers, NuMega, WDM, buffers, SoftICE 1394, arm, mips, MP3 streaming, audio, playback media, bios, pcmcia, Visual C++, .Net, C#, Java

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RF Design Engineer, 80-110K target, North Texas Suburbs

December 10, 2008

RF Design Engineer, 80-110K target, North Texas Suburbs

 

Will provide advanced RF Circuit Design for cellular base station transmitters and receivers. Will define requirements and perform systems level analyses. Will support advanced R&D group. Ideal candidate will be flexible and willing to learn multiple areas of RF design.

 

BSEE, + advanced degree ideal. 2-4+ years RF circuit design. Experienced in CDMA, GSM, GPRS, 3G, UMTS or related cellular technology areas. Prior experience in PA design would be helpful. Strong RF Simulation experience preferred. If you meet the requirements listed, please send MS Word resume to resume [at] alynpatrick [dot] com for immediate consideration.

 

If you’re an electronics design engineer (hardware, software or test) and seriously interested in a great geographic area to practice your design skills, please contact www.alynpatrick.com for consideration and to explore opportunities in DFW.

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PA Design Engineer (RF) – North Dallas Suburbs

December 1, 2008

PA Design Engineer (RF) – North Dallas Suburbs

 

RF Power Amplifier Engineer

 

Will design Transceiver PA’s for cellular base stations in a vibrant R&D group.  Will collect and specify design requirements.  Will partake in advanced linear designs

 

MSEE preferred.  4+ RF PA design experience.  Experienced in linear and or pre-distortion techniques.  Advanced RF Simulation tools are a must have. Please inquire about other RF, DSP, Embedded and digital design opportunities in the North Texas area.  If you meet the requirements, please send MS Word resume to resume [at] alynpatrick [dot] com.

 

Search terms: Doherty, CDMA, GSM, 3G, Class A, modulation, DSP, mixed signal, receiver, MATLAB, ADS, RF Test, multi-carrier PA, architecture.

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