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5 Ways to Write an Achievement-Based Executive Resume
Here’s a pill that may be tough to swallow: most people have lackluster resumes. They tend to write extremely generic resumes that only showcase basic job duties. As a result, recruiters think they are dealing with someone who can only do the basics. Achievement-based resumes, on the other hand, help you stand out from the…
Read MoreThree Things You Can Do TODAY To Move Your Passive Job Search Forward
Feeling like you want to see what opportunity is out there in the marketplace? Not sure what to do to get it going or if you even want to look for a job? Well, start your own research tour. Learn about what you think you may want to do next. You do not need to…
Read More12 Places Corporate Recruiters Look For Their Next Hire
I conducted an informal survey of approximately 20 corporate recruiters, asking each which sources they use to find qualified candidates. While this isn’t a scientific poll, the results still reflect the shift in the job search landscape. For each lead source on this list, ask yourself: Will I be found here? Am I spending too…
Read MoreBest Job Search Advice I Ever Received? Pretend You’re Fired Today….
Few years ago, a good friend of mine gave me this piece of advice after she had been released from a position unexpectedly. Senior managers can get let go if they do not share in the management philosophy leadership promotes or believe in the plans the company is implementing to grow. Being fired is not…
Read More11 Reasons Why Recruiters Don’t Call You Back and 5 Things You Can Do About It
Frustrated by search firm recruiters not calling you back when you have submitted your resume to them? Feel you’re perfect for the job they posted, you know you can do it, but baffled by the fact they have not returned your call? Well, I have some answers for you and outline a few things you…
Read MoreWhat Every Executive Needs to Know About Handling A Layoff
Although we may like to think that we are always in control of our careers, sometimes unforeseen circumstances take us for a loop. One such circumstance is that of an executive layoff. The good news is, in most cases, you should know ahead of time that you are on the executive layoff list. This gives…
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