When I was new to the careers industry, about 25 years ago, my executive resume writing style included trite phrases most of us shun today, like "results-oriented” and “experienced professional”. With experience, mentoring and training, I quickly came to understand that a resume is a personal …
Executive Resume, Biography & Cover Letter
How to Deal With Employment Gaps in Your Resume and LinkedIn Profile
Until recently, executive recruiters and employers shied away from candidates with long employment gaps . . . especially if those gaps were current. They were more attracted to people who were employed. But things are changing . . . whether because of the pandemic with so much job loss, or …
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 …
Executive Job Search Advice from the Experts
I always keep my eyes and ears open to the job search advice given by my colleagues in the careers industry. Job seekers should do the same. Because I've been in this industry for more than 25 years, I've had the opportunity to work with and learn from many smart people. Below you'll find the …
5 Reasons Why Your Executive Resume Is Not Working
Many job seekers get in a rut, spinning their wheels. Their executive resume may be sabotaging their efforts. They’re hard at work sending out their resumes to anyone and any place that may be able to help them with their career goals. But somehow, their resumes are not doing their job – …