Crafting a compelling executive resume that gets results isn’t easy. Many executives and professionals turn to an executive resume writing service. They spend time researching who is the best executive resume writer. Other professionals looking for an executive position decide to tackle executive resume writing themselves. When talking to a…

A strong results-driven resume can help you get your foot in the proverbial door. But after that, you’re on your own. Even the most compelling, well-designed resume is not a “silver bullet.” There are a lot of ingredients to a successful job interview. Know your resume cold. Prepare to answer…

Most job seekers dread talking to recruiters and employers about salary. In many states it’s illegal to ask candidates about their current salary. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be asked about your expectations. The truth is, you can’t completely dodge the salary question. But, to some degree you can…

When it comes to reducing stress and maintaining balance in my life, I rely on my community. AKA: hanging out with my girlfriends. Last year I contracted a nasty gastro infection. Thanks to my great doctors, my recovery was complete. Well almost. Sadly, I was told no, or very limited…

How To Establish Yourself As A Thought Leader A tight job market means tougher competition. People who hadn’t considered moving a couple of years ago are passively looking. Those casually looking have transitioned from passive to active job seekers. Today, standing out from your competition is essential. If you’re a…

How To Get A Response To Your Emails There are mixed opinions about cover letters. Some recruiters say a solid cover letter can move them to contact a candidate. Others say they never read cover letters. Since you don’t know what a recruiter might do, the best bet is to…

Career Intelligence Resume Writing Blog Job seekers begin to worry about age discrimination as early as their mid-forties. Serious concerns begin around 55. And the truth is, age discrimination or ageism is out there. There are a lot of reasons, not related to skills, that people don’t get hired. …

Successful business people know it’s important to know your audience. That’s why career professionals advise their clients to research the company and those who you’ll be meeting before every job interview. As a former recruiter, I know that most people don’t bother. Questions about what candidates know about the company…

Job Search / Working with Recruiters Many job seekers are under the misconception that recruiters are there to help them find a job. They aren’t. Whether they’re contingency, consultants or retained search, recruiters work for employers. That doesn’t mean that they can’t help you find a new job. It depends…