In today’s fast-paced, AI-driven job market, traditional (outdated) executive job search techniques like online posting of resumes are no longer as effective. The reasons why these techniques no longer function (um, hello… people are mass-applying!) and how you can shift your strategy for job search success are discussed here. This is why old school… Read more »
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The employment landscape is changing at breakneck speed, and if you are serious about keeping up, let’s talk informational interviews. They are a great way to see what’s happening at the companies you are interested in. Informational interviews (as opposed to conventional job interviews where the objective is to get hired) are a lot more… Read more »
Read MoreThis year has started with a dramatic bang. I can only imagine how the rest of the year will unfold! So, beginning with some positive news: The US economy is showing extraordinary staying power as it heads into January 2025, with persistent growth and a lively job market. The best executive resume writers are ready to… Read more »
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WHAT ARE GHOST JOBS?Ghost jobs are job postings that are not real, meaning they were posted with the intention of NOT filling an opening. In some cases, they may represent positions already filled long ago or openings that never were supposed to have been filled in the first place. This is frustrating for those… Read more »
Read MoreYour executive resume is one of the most critical vehicles for conveying your leadership qualities, achievements, and strategic vision. It may be tempting to treat it as a sort of laundry list, touting job titles and their tasks, but really, it’s about showing impact, leadership potential, and success. Executive resume writers (like my team) follow… Read more »
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Getting older is a part of life. In some countries and cultures, aging is revered, and the wisdom gleaned from it is anticipated. Elders are looked upon as having answers to life’s questions and experiences that will benefit the next generation. In the Western part of the world, not so much. Ageism in the… Read more »
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It’s no secret the job market is a tough one for executives this year. Strangely, in the U.S., our unemployment level is the lowest it’s been in decades, and there are more job openings (8.5 mm) than unemployed people (6.5 mm). The economy is doing well, and the risk of inflation is down. People are… Read more »
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Job gaps are a chapter of life that nearly all employed workers will experience at some time. For personal reasons, economic reasons, or other reasons, occasionally job gaps can be stigmatized by prospective hiring executives. In the proper light, however, you can turn those job gaps into effective, positive differentiators that prove your endurance, flexibility,… Read more »
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The journey of job searching may be laced with times of hope and, on the other side of the coin, feel like waters that often swirl out of control. Navigating rejection is one of the most dreaded occurrences during this process. Whether it’s radio silence from a would-be employer or a blunt “no,” rejection is… Read more »
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In today’s ever-changing work environment, soft skills play a pivotal role in determining professional success. Unlike hard skills, which are about a person’s skill set and ability to perform a certain type of task or activity, soft skills are interpersonal and broadly applicable in the workplace. Here are five essential soft skills for professional success,… Read more »
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