Many c-suite and senior-level executives focus their job search efforts on landing a Board of Directors role. They’re the kind of candidates Boards typically covet. Executive job seekers often ask me what they need to do differently in their job search to land a Board role. The Difference …
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The Power of Volunteering For Your Personal Brand and Executive Job Search
If you’re not already volunteering (either locally or virtually) for an organization that's meaningful to you, 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? Along …
How to Re-Enter the Workforce After An Absence
Have you taken a career break and you're now ready to re-enter the workforce, but not sure how to navigate it all? Many people take a career break, for various reasons: You've been a stay-at-home parent, but the kids are now old enough for you to go back to work outside the home.You've been …
Email Follow-Up: How To Get Responses and Results
No one seems to be exempt from the email dilemma. Whether you’re job hunting and emailing recruiters and other hiring professionals, or sending business emails, people often don’t get back to you. You’re faced with deciding whether or not to send an email follow-up, or two or three. It’s an …
Tips To Beat Age Discrimination in Executive Job Search If You’re Over 50
Along with things like employment gaps and lack of skills or other credentials, age discrimination is the major concern for most of the c-suite and senior-level executive I work with. No surprise. Although ageism can kick in as early as age 40, it really starts making an impact at around age 50 …