Over the years, I've reviewed many LinkedIn profiles of executive job seekers. And, even though by now they should know better, way too many have NO LinkedIn About section or a severely anemic one. These job seekers are neglecting a golden opportunity to tell their personal brand story and …
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What is the Perfect Executive Resume?
Most executives working on their own resume, or working with a resume writing professional, go into the process striving to create the perfect executive resume. Is it even possible? And what exactly IS a perfect resume? Simply put, the perfect executive resume is one that perfectly positions …
Guide To Informational Interviews for Executive Job Search
Informational interviews are a particularly important aspect of job search networking you may have overlooked. They are informal conversations with people working at the companies and in the fields in which you want to work, or people who are within a few degrees of separation from them. This …
An Anemic, Skimpy LinkedIn Profile Is a BIG Mistake
I'm constantly surprised by how many executive job seekers still haven't fully embraced LinkedIn, and make this big LinkedIn mistake. Sure, they all at least have a presence on LinkedIn. However they usually have only a minimal profile. Too many of them have very little content in the many …
20 Ways to Stay Motivated in Executive Job Search
Executive job search isn’t easy, especially at the top executive level. For every job seeker, at any professional level, there’s so much to do ... so much to know ... so much to worry about. If you’ve been at it for a while, you may find yourself getting discouraged, and wondering how you’ll …