How to leverage resume trends
Because I work with clients at all levels and from all industries, I have a distinct vantage point. When I write a resume, I aim to make my client stand out—not blend in. If you’re still using 10-point Times New Roman type, then you surely need to expand your...
Tips to realizing an intentional career
I had the distinct pleasure of working with a client recently who told me that his career progression had been intentional – something that sparked my interest because most of the thousands of job seekers I've worked with are more likely to rely on serendipity. If...
How to market yourself effectively
Based on the inquiries I receive and the resumes I see, it is clear that candidates at every level have scant idea what employers are looking for or how to express their value on paper. Employers are not looking for people to do jobs. They are looking for qualified,...
Why all online applications are not created equal
Applying online? A word to the wise . . . . Frustrating, but mandatory. Few candidates today can escape the process, even at the highest levels. So, prepare to be challenged and frustrated. The first online application you complete will likely be the hardest, so get...
How to get disqualified, and quickly!
I'm often asked to review resumes candidates have developed for themselves and have noticed a disturbing trend - photos! Employers of any size must comply with EEO laws, so photos on resumes are absolutely taboo unless you're a model or an actor. Sure, LinkedIn...
Make me want to hire you
“Tell me about yourself” are some of the first words you can expect a recruiter to say. How do you respond? Do you tell the recruiter what you expect from the job or do you tell a compelling story that affirms your functional expertise and bottom-line value? Since you...
You, too, can succeed without trying
I happened to come across an online post today by James Beeman, who suggests that there are 5 ways to fail at anything. Neglect to pinpoint your destination (don’t set specific goals) Decide you’re going to fail (don’t put anything in place to assure success) Keep...
Do you stay or do you go?
You’ve spent 10+ years with the same employer and had hoped to stay until retirement. But you have a nagging suspicion that something isn’t right. Should you stay or should you go? You certainly aren’t alone if statistics on job fulfillment are any clue. Here’s a note...
Beating a broken recruiting system
One of the many valuable things I learned at the Career Thought Leaders Conference in Baltimore last April was that the candidate recruitment system is broken. This wasn’t really news to those of us who work with job-seeking clients, the real news was that this is no...