[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/chameleonresumes.com\/entrepreneurial-traits-can-land-your-next-executive-job#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/chameleonresumes.com\/entrepreneurial-traits-can-land-your-next-executive-job","headline":"4 Ways Your Entrepreneurial Traits Can Land Your Next Executive Job","name":"4 Ways Your Entrepreneurial Traits Can Land Your Next Executive Job","description":"Most people think that entrepreneurial traits only apply to the success of business owners. The reality is that thinking like an entrepreneur can go a really long way in any situation, especially when vying for high level jobs with high level problems. Bringing forth your entrepreneurial side will take you far on the job hunt.…","datePublished":"2014-10-03","dateModified":"2019-08-08","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/chameleonresumes.com\/author\/admin#Person","name":"Lisa Rangel","url":"https:\/\/chameleonresumes.com\/author\/admin","identifier":1,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/d232d4d94c36a87067529574d8bf976cdcbe10988a09d79e9fbc2b75ce6cb95a?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/d232d4d94c36a87067529574d8bf976cdcbe10988a09d79e9fbc2b75ce6cb95a?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Chameleon Resumes, LLC","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/chameleonresumes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Chameleon_FullColor-1.png","url":"https:\/\/chameleonresumes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Chameleon_FullColor-1.png","width":1000,"height":442}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/chameleonresumes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/entrepreneurial-traits.jpg","url":"https:\/\/chameleonresumes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/entrepreneurial-traits.jpg","height":"144","width":"217"},"url":"https:\/\/chameleonresumes.com\/entrepreneurial-traits-can-land-your-next-executive-job","about":["Blog","Career Advice","Useful Resources"],"wordCount":558,"keywords":["Chameleon Resumes blog","creative thinking","entrepreneurial traits","follow up","lisa rangel","online marketing","problem solving","situational interview"],"articleBody":"Most people think that entrepreneurial traits only apply to the success of business owners. The reality is that thinking like an entrepreneur can go a really long way in any situation, especially when vying for high level jobs with high level problems.Bringing forth your entrepreneurial side will take you far on the job hunt. Follow our guide to find out how.Always be marketing, selling and closing.In the world of entrepreneurship there are many popular sayings, such as \u201calways be marketing,\u201d \u201calways be selling,\u201d and \u201calways be closing.\u201d The idea is, regardless of the business climate or marketplace situation, you must constantly be marketing to give your company exposure. This builds trust and consistency so when they are ready to purchase what you offer, they are ready to buy from you.The same applies to the executive job hunt and once you are on the job. Even if you\u2019re not currently looking for a job you must always be marketing, selling and closing. This includes positioning yourself as an expert on social media outlets such as Twitter, going the extra mile in connecting with people and perhaps even incorporating some online marketing strategies.Focus on providing value.There\u2019s a big difference between employees and entrepreneurs. Employees get paid for their putting in a set amount of time into their work, entrepreneurs get paid for providing value. How does this apply to your job hunt? When you\u2019re vying for a leadership position it\u2019s more about what value you can provide than how many hours of work you\u2019ll be putting in.This may be a subtle difference, but it really packs a punch. Imagine what an impression you\u2019ll make to a potential employer if you can tell them what value you provide for the company. That\u2019s essentially what they are looking for – what you can do for them.A good question to ask yourself to get clear on this is \u201cHow can I be of service to this company and how can I articulate it?\u201dThink outside of the box.There is a high level of value placed on people who can solve problems. Often times solving problems requires thinking creatively. Being able to put yourself outside of an obstacle in order to find a solution speaks volumes about what kind of an executive you will be.One great way to articulate this to potential employers is to look at past experiences where you\u2019ve put out some fires. Have a few stories in your back pocket for those situational interview questions.The fortune is in the follow up.There\u2019s another saying entrepreneurs often hear in business, \u201cThe fortune is in the follow up.\u201d Essentially, business owners can lose up to half their revenue by not following up with prospects.The same applies to your job hunt. Imagine losing half your job prospects just because you didn\u2019t shoot over an email following up on the progress of your application.Some people really fear following up because they don\u2019t want to sound annoying. The reality is that it\u2019s your job to let employers know what you can provide for them. If that requires you to check-in then in it\u2019s in your best interest to do so.Be Well!LisaLisa Rangel – Executive Resume Writing ServicesChameleon Resumes"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"4 Ways Your Entrepreneurial Traits Can Land Your Next Executive Job","item":"https:\/\/chameleonresumes.com\/entrepreneurial-traits-can-land-your-next-executive-job#breadcrumbitem"}]}]