by Ellie Vargo | Sep 20, 2013 | Job Search, Resume Essentials, Uncategorized
The appearance of your resume can make or break its chances of being read by a recruiter or hiring manager. Does it scream that you are trying too hard, not trying hard enough or simply that you have a lackadaisical attitude? Are you applying for positions for which... by Ellie Vargo | Sep 18, 2013 | Job Search, Justifying promotion, Resume Essentials, Uncategorized
One of the smartest career choices you can make is to keep your resume updated and ready to go as “opportunities of a lifetime” emerge. Many prospective clients inquire as to how quickly their projects can be turned around. The honest answer is that quality takes time... by Ellie Vargo | Jun 28, 2013 | coaching topics, Job Search, Uncategorized
I spoke with someone recently who confessed that he’d given up looking. There’s a huge difference between giving up an unrealistic dream and becoming complacent in a position that pays well but fails to satisfy. When I pressed “Wally” about what he’d done to explore... by Ellie Vargo | Jun 20, 2013 | coaching topics, Interviewing, Job Search, Justifying promotion, Uncategorized
Wondering why you were passed over? Perhaps it is because you were focused on the employer’s apparent needs and unaware of underlying issues that might be impacting the hiring/promotion decision: your years as a self-employed entrepreneur, negative attitude, a... by Ellie Vargo | Jun 7, 2013 | coaching topics, Justifying promotion, Leadership, Uncategorized
One of the most startling things I learned during my recent Certified Executive Leadership Development Coach (CELDC) training, was that a mere 4% of people set goals. As a former high school teacher (and a parent), my experience validates that high goals and... by Ellie Vargo | May 7, 2013 | coaching topics, Job Search, Uncategorized
There are many executive profiles on LinkedIn that have no photo, a bare title description (e.g., Vice President at XYZ Company) and only company names, dates of employment and titles under experience. Often there is no contact information provided either. So what is...
