Uncategorized

How Social Corporate Responsibility Shapes Businesses

Blog, General, Uncategorized, Work /

In an age when executives migrate in droves from profit to nonprofit careers, and “sustainability” is the word on everyone’s lips, social corporate responsibility has become a cornerstone of corporate success. Companies seeking validation from shareholders, consumers, and their own boards must prove not only their ability to surpass industry expectations, but also their commitment to […]

How Social Corporate Responsibility Shapes Businesses Read More »

How to Successfully Move from Profit to Nonprofit

Blog, Career Building, Uncategorized, Work /

Although the past five years have seen a significant improvement in executive employment opportunities, the job market has changed drastically from its pre-recession image. Increasingly, founders and board members of charitable organizations seek outside leadership for their nonprofits. And–whether due to a dearth of opportunities in their industry, a personal conviction that aligns with a company’s mission,

How to Successfully Move from Profit to Nonprofit Read More »

How to Fight Career Inertia

Blog, Career Building, Uncategorized, Work /

As business leaders, executives often hear headlines like, “How to Engage Employees,” “Refocus Your Team,” and “Encourage a Better Performance.” Low-level employees, however, aren’t the only team members whose careers can stagnate. Career inertia often overtakes executives before they realize, leaving them aimless and longing for a new direction. Before tendering your resignation, focus on

How to Fight Career Inertia Read More »

Make an Impression on LinkedIn

Blog, Networking, Uncategorized /

In today’s digitally-driven age, diligent work and measurable results alone won’t drive an executive career. Getting recognition, finding new opportunities, and expanding your professional network all depend on personal branding. Most C-level employees have rotund LinkedIn profiles, but even the most successful businesspeople often miss key strategies for fully optimizing their online brands. Stand out on LinkedIn

Make an Impression on LinkedIn Read More »

How STEM Executives Can Grow Their Professional Networks

Blog, Career Building, General, Job Search, Networking, Networking Etiquette, Uncategorized /

Despite what most professionals would suppose, HR teams in STEM fields frequently hire talent culled from business networks. This puts many engineers, accountants, and tech gurus at a disadvantage: STEM executives must typically work harder to find networking opportunities because their careers naturally lend themselves to a more individualized mindset. Executives looking for a career

How STEM Executives Can Grow Their Professional Networks Read More »

Networking for Tech Professionals

Atlanta Industries, Blog, Executive Networking, General, Networking, Uncategorized /

Regardless of someone’s speciality or the number of year’s they’ve observed an industry, they’re bound to have a few misconceptions about the nuances of internal structure for specific businesses. Many of these suppositions are based on how particular industries hire, promote, and educate its talent. And a substantial portion of conventional job search wisdom, particularly regarding executive networking,

Networking for Tech Professionals Read More »

Ace an Executive Job Interview by Asking the Right Questions

Blog, General, Job Search, Uncategorized /

Business executives typically exemplify traits like determination, resourcefulness, and the keen use of foresight. Most C-suite employees spend years honing their ability to present themselves clearly and articulately, whether they’re delivering a well-prepared speech or speaking off the cuff at an impromptu networking event. Confidence in job interviews stems largely from the skills executives have

Ace an Executive Job Interview by Asking the Right Questions Read More »

5 Ways Female Leaders Effect Positive Change

Blog, Uncategorized, Work /

Although women still face gender discrimination in the workplace, the opening dialogue about female leadership has affected positive changes in the executive sphere. As the corporate world slowly moves towards gender equality, the benefits of female leadership for both men and women becomes more clear. 5 Ways Female Leaders Affect Positive Change Studies show that

5 Ways Female Leaders Effect Positive Change Read More »

How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile

Blog, LinkedIn Branding, Online Reputation Management, Personal Branding, Uncategorized /

In today’s digitally-driven job market, creating a strong LinkedIn profile is secondary only to presenting a well-rounded executive resume. Unfortunately, many executives lack the experience or expertise to create an impactful profile without stealing lines from their resumes. Cloning your resume on LinkedIn gives recruiters a redundant (and often lackluster) perspective on your executive experience.

How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile Read More »