01st December 2009
Readying your resume for an executive job search? You might find that the traditional resume components--career titles, management assignments, projects, and education--aren't enough anymore.
Now more than ever, companies have intensified their focus o...
25th November 2009
Most job hunters remember the days of single-page resumes, when hiring professionals warned them that any document daring to breach this "rule" would be quickly eliminated from consideration.
Fast forward to the rapid-fire job market of today, and you'...
17th September 2009
If you're reading this in confusion, wondering just what a resume title is, then you're in the right place.
Resume titles (or headlines) have replaced the objective statements of years past by giving employers the exact job type that you're seeking--al...
20th August 2009
You may have followed all the "right" advice on resume writing, and added industry keywords, certifications, toolsets, and the like. However, if you're not being called for interviews, you may want to consider tapping into the power of soft skills to demo...
31st July 2009
If you're in the midst of a job hunt, you've likely added information to your resume that shows your job responsibilities and the scope of your authority throughout your career. But does your resume actually tell a story--or ALL of your success stories?
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12th July 2009
You already know that that job hunt is tough... but many professionals are still winning interviews and landing jobs, even without an intense Internet job search effort. How are they doing it?
By discovering a niche and marketing themselves for it.
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12th June 2009
For executives trying to outpace each other in an aggressive job market, the hunt can be challenging, stressful, and downright confusing, with plenty of career search advice to remember and strategies to implement.
One of the biggest mysteries that eme...
11th May 2009
There's no doubt about it: LinkedIn is one of the greatest job search tools available today. Not only can you "advertise" your availability and display career endorsements, but being viewable on LinkedIn is a boon to executive recruiters that may need you...
01st May 2009
In the rush to get your resume in front of employers, stop for a minute (or a few hours) and consider whether you're giving an accurate picture of your capabilities.
All too often, candidates unload a mixed bag of skills, job duties, and meaningless ph...
25th March 2009
So... you've created a knockout executive resume, and you're ready to wow employers by sending it directly to them. Don't forget to send it under cover--a powerful cover letter, that is.
While a great resume can open doors, a compelling cover letter ca...
25th February 2009
With all the discussion surrounding today's job market, one key fact seems to be lost: there's never been so many choices available to employers.
Many hiring authorities are literally under siege, and the speed of Internet-powered executive searches on...
20th February 2009
If you're an executive searching for your next opportunity in today's hotly competitive market, you've probably found that the task of marketing yourself is unlike any other.
How do you sum up a long, storied career in just a few paragraphs? What is th...
13th February 2009
Many executive job hunters sign onto LinkedIn, look around, find others they know, add a few connections, and then... nothing.
When questioned later, they'll admit that they were confused about the site's value, and therefore neglected to build connect...
19th December 2008
"Why job search now? I'm planning to relax over the holidays," is a common refrain. Of course, it's easy to get caught up in holiday fever this time of year, concentrating on family, travel plans, holiday decor, and all the traditional activities.
Howe...
11th November 2008
It seems that "advice" on how to structure your resume is everywhere, with varying opinions from numerous sources.
In today's competitive job market, it makes more sense than ever to ensure that your resume is in top shape.
Unfortunately, many resum...
