Wikipedia describes personal branding as “self-packaging” and as establishing a prescribed image or impression in the mind of others,” which is nice. However, I prefer the idea of building a value proposition which Wikipedia defines as the “promise of value to be delivered, communicated, and acknowledged.” The focus is on what’s in it for the customer. Executives Can […]
Is a Strategic Resume Path Even Necessary?
If you have a resume that bores you to tears, then what will be the reader’s reaction?
The Innovator Cliche and Why Thinkers-In-Action Get the Job Done
With all of this innovative thinking, however, who is doing the executing?
More than likely it is you.
Good Afternoon from CareerTrend | 1st Video Blog
CareerTrend Owner Jacqui Barrett-Poindexter shares a bit about her background as well as discusses current executive resume strategies.
Lower Quality Resumes Are Loud, With a Bumpy Ride
My husband and I are avid boaters who live on a lake. Our fleet of boats over the past 11 years has included three sailboats and a Four Winns power boat we dubbed Pilar, a homage to Ernest Hemingway. We currently are in transition, having sold Pilar as we prepare to invest in our next […]
Why I Believe Your LinkedIn Profile May Now Be As Valuable As Your Resume
While once a junior-player in career communications, your LinkedIn profile now reigns supreme in job search.
Are You Dripping Words on the Page With an Overly Anxious Paintbrush?
It can be overwhelming when putting words onto the blank page. But also easy. All you need is a laptop or tablet and to begin tapping keys. You don’t even have to know how to type; hunt and peck still works for some. Have a thought, extract it from your mind through to your fingers […]
Career Changer: What to do when you doubt your ideas + grapple with fear
The idea of a slimmer, more toned body spurs me to try on new habits and behaviors. I: start a new exercise routine; become more resourceful in food prep; actively resist temptation, replacing unhealthy snacks with a sumptuous book or by engaging in a body-fueling, light-hearted activity. It’s not always about the food; grapple with […]
Executive: Tips for Reclaiming Career Joy
Whether you are an executive actively exploring a career transition or you passively are seeing what’s out there, the desire to jump ship likely is motivated by one thing: “finding career joy.” This may sound a bit squishy to some. You likely are well compensated and live a fairly comfortable lifestyle. It might seem that this […]
Having trouble finding the truth about executive resume writing? Consider these tips.
“Truth is like beauty; it lies in the mind of the beholder” ― Bangambiki Habyarimana, The Great Pearl of Wisdom While concepts and strategies for building a hard-working executive resume abound, the absolute truth about executive resume writing is less clear. Some career experts suggest otherwise, admonishing fleshier resumes and advising you must write so tight that not only does […]
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