A common assumption is that November and December are the least effective months for job searching. While opportunities may not be as plentiful, this time can actually create advantages for the industrious job seeker. Consider that many companies are preparing for a new fiscal year (and budget), so many remain focused on staffing through the […]
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A professional resume coupled with a completed LinkedIn profile can be a winning combination for senior-level executives searching for a new career opportunity. However, a presentation resume (typically a Microsoft Word document presented as an email attachment or in hard copy format during a job interview) and a LinkedIn resume (a component of the LinkedIn
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It’s often a challenge for busy executives to break free of demanding work cycles during the holidays, but this downtime can be a rare and much needed breather, as well as an opportunity to refresh and refocus. The holidays can also be a time to bolster office teamwork, improve cohesiveness, and enhance morale. As an
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Are you contemplating changing the trajectory of your career track and transitioning to a brand new field? It can seem like a daunting proposition for an executive who has spent years and possibly decades climbing the ladder in his/her chosen field to consider moving into an unknown realm. The catalysts are varied, ranging from burnout
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Formulating a clear vision of your short- and long-term goals is a core element of a successful career. The first step in developing a strategic career plan involves asking yourself some key questions: Where do you see yourself in 5 or 10 years? What do you want from your career. What are your motivations to
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Have you pursued executive level positions that seem tailor made for you, and aced the interviews only to repeatedly lose out to other candidates? Have you begun to suspect the source of the problem may be a former employer providing a less than glowing reference to prospective employers? According to Heidi Allison, President and Managing
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net·work·ing [net-wur-king] noun 1. a supportive system of sharing information and services among individuals and groups having a common interest. As a job-seeker, building a network is important. For an executive, it’s critical. Networking enables you to build and maintain connections that may well be the bridge to your next leadership role. Networking well is
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Each year, a number of Atlanta businesses get ranked as one of the best places to work by various local news sources. These businesses get chosen based on a number of factors, and in one of the most popular contests run by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, businesses lucky enough to place on their list are
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The traditional Letter of Introduction (aka Cover Letter) is a standalone document which is typically three-quarters of a page to one page in length and is submitted in tandem with the Resume as an expected component of the foundational career marketing documents. The primary purpose of the Cover Letter is to serve as the front-line
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A LinkedIn recommendation is a comment written by another LinkedIn member to recognize or commend a colleague, business partner or student. Viewers of your profile will often view the recommendations you’ve received to see what other people have to say about your work. If your profile is lacking recommendations, you can always reach out to
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