In executive job search strategy sessions, my clients and I discuss all kinds of obstacles and issues they’re dealing with, or have concerns about. Over the years, I’ve kept track of these things, and have written blog posts addressing the ones that come up all the time. Previously, I wrote …
Executive Networking
The One Skill Every Executive Job Seeker Should Have
The one skill you need is one that most people don't seem to possess: Being a good listener Have you noticed that listening well and being truly engaged in a conversation seem to be lost arts these days? Whether in a professional or social setting, people mark time while pretending to listen, …
The Power of Volunteering For Your Personal Brand and Executive Job Search
If you’re not already doing some in-person volunteering in your local community, think about getting involved. Savvy business leaders like you have so much to offer organizations that are a good fit for your talents, skills and sensibilities. And guess what? The returns to you can be …
How to Keep Your Personal Brand Alive During Unemployment
What's the best defense against the probable inevitability of unemployment? Assume that it may happen to you, and be prepared. Things can change in an instant. Wise people understand that we’re all always in perpetual job search, whether or not we’ve been steadily employed throughout our …
3 Reasons I Won’t Connect with You on LinkedIn
I’m fortunate and grateful to receive lots of requests to connect on LinkedIn. Heeding the same advice I give my executive job seeking clients, I connect with most people who ask me. Expanding my network on LinkedIn means more people to learn from and communicate with . . . more people who may …
