Executive + Boards of Director Resumes Most executives and boards of directors began their careers as individual contributors crossing off daily to-dos while rushing forward to do more and be more. As your clout grew, you managed other people’s day-to-day accountabilities. Over time, you were promoted to the leadership helm, establishing and steering big-picture vision […]
Executives Are Feeling a Job Search Itch This Month
Executives are feeling a job-search itch this month. Employers should take heed. I’ve been engaged in numerous, meaty executive resume service consultations with Directors, VPs + CEOs this month, more so than in recent Decembers. These individuals all are preparing for a 2020 job hunt. I’d say, 75% of them are securely employed, and 25% […]
Articulate Your Unique Value Proposition Without Being Pushy
Have you ever connected with someone new, enjoyed the brilliancy of their smile, the ebullience of their voice and the mutual passion for a hobby? Have you experienced such instant-connections abruptly taking a nosedive? That was me last night as my husband and I sat at the bar in our boathouse, basking in the glow […]
5 Ways for Executives to Get Their Sea Legs in Job Search
I love the phrase, “you don’t know what you don’t know,” because it is one that regularly arises in my head or in conversation. It’s especially true for executives who suddenly find themselves embarking on job search. Although it’s usually not a sudden decision, the abruptness of the changes they find themselves embarking on feels […]