Job Search Strategies

If a single word could be used to describe the successful executive search candidate, it would be “proactive.” Long gone are the days when one could peruse a few newspaper ads (seen any of those lately?), get several interviews, and land a great new position. The successful candidate in the 21st century realizes that employment […]

If you haven’t looked for a job in several years, the way to conduct an executive job search in today’s market may be much different than the last time you looked. There are so many different aspects to think about, and it can be difficult to keep them all straight. Of course, starting by working […]

Candidates get frustrated when third party recruiters don’t call them back. So I have outlined my top 3 reasons why recruiters don’t call you back. (1) Just because YOU think you can do the job, does not mean they think you are QUALIFIED for the job. Search firms are paid a significant fee to find […]

While you’ve been focused on building your career, the job market has evolved and, along with it, resume writing and job search techniques. Even with a job market that is tightening and economic expectations for the US labor market and hiring intentions among employers to continue to reach new highs, preparation remains a key component […]

If you’re planning a cross-country road trip, do you start off without a map? Probably not. Likewise, when you plan a job search (rarely a short-term, overnight experience), do you begin with a written plan? Probably not. Yet wouldn’t one be enormously helpful? Almost certainly. Unless you have the financial freedom to take 1-2 years […]