Executive Cover Letters: 3 Secrets to Cover Letters that WIN Interviews!
Did you know that your cover letter (in the hands of a key decision maker) determines whether or not your resume gets read at all? Cover letters are so critically important to making the right first impression; you just can’t afford to go wrong here. It can be tempting to want to skimp on really […]
Is Your Networking Approach Missing These 3 “Must Haves”?
Networking is a hot topic. It’s common to hear that the majority of jobs are won through some form of networking, so if you plan on getting another job in your lifetime, then learning about networking is a wise choice! If you are wondering where in the world to start learning how to network, if […]
The Executive Job Search and My Success Rates
I am often asked by potential clients what my success rates are. They usually follow with, “I know it can be hard to say…” The truth is that with the right planning, marketing collateral, and job search strategies, job searching and career transitioning can be easy. And it is for A LOT of people that […]
Best Companies to Work for in 2014
A fantastic list of the 25 employee-rated US companies to work for, including Solar City, Southwest, Intuit, Red Hat, LinkedIn and more! http://www.businessinsider.com/best-companies-to-work-for-in-2014-glassdoor-2013-12?op=1
Follow Up Secrets: Endorsements, Testimonials, and References – Your Secret Weapons
There is nothing like a third-party endorsement to earn someone’s trust and respect. But you have to do it right. You don’t want to attach letters of recommendation – these are too long. What you want is to create one or two pages of short quotes from people who have worked with you in the […]
Top Job Growth is in the West
USA Today recently stated that according to IHS Global Insight, the top 10 growing U.S. States are in the West! Here is a quick recap: Interestingly, at the end of the article the author states that the ability to live remotely in more scenic areas is drawing people to the West as well.
Geeking Out on the Art of Designing the C-Level Executive Resume
What is it – that secret thing that top resume writers do that make their clients look so darned appealing? I am addressing this article to c-level executives (CEOs, COOs, CMOs, CIOs etc.), but these points are really applicable to most every resume. FocusA really well-written leadership resume says, “I know who I am, what […]
USA Today Columnist Predicts Top Corporate 2014 Earnings Markets
USA Today columnist predicts top corporate 2014 earnings in the following markets: Telecom, Materials and Industrial. http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/columnist/krantz/2014/03/21/earnings-growth-best-quarter/5910735/
5 Tips to Ace Your Telephone Interview!
Do you have a telephone interview coming up? If you are unsure about how to prepare, then read these 5 simple and easy tips for acing your “virtual meeting!” Tip One: Focus on Them It’s wise to study the company’s website and latest press releases, as well as the job description, prior to your phone […]
Achieving Your Goals: The Secret to Landing the Job of Your Dreams
Question: I am so burnt out and literally loathe my job. I have been dreaming about changing industries for over 2 years and I know I will just keep getting more of the same the longer I procrastinate, but I just can’t seem to take that step forward. I highly doubt I can get what I […]