What NOT to Include in Your Resume – List of 5 Resume Exclusions.
Resumes have evolved over the decades. In fact, knowing what to EXCLUDE from your resume (the “bad apple” details) is just as important today as what you should INCLUDE. Yes, figuring out what to include in your resume can be confusing. Deciphering the contradictions made by experts can be overwhelming, which exacerbates the problem even more. As […]
Employers Look For These Executive Personality Traits Before Hiring
Research indicates that over 80% of employers look for the cultural fit of an executive over skills. That’s huge! In data collected from 1,200 of the world’s leading companies, there are 5 top personality traits and qualities sought after by these employers. Professionalism (86%) Most people reach executive level through career achievements, leadership skills, and crafting […]
What To Do Before & After Networking — Networking By Social Media
On a webinar presented by a successful recruiting organization, attendees unanimously agreed that networking is the key to finding good executive talent. The recruiters were clear that they start looking for candidates to fill their openings from their network before using any other resources. Some sources say that 75-80% of job opportunities are found through […]
Are You Prepared for These Unconventional Interview Questions?
Recruiters and hiring managers are always trying to cope with massive numbers of executive candidates applying for positions. The old standby interview questions like “Tell me about yourself” or “What are your strengths and weaknesses,” will not provide the type of information needed to weed out the ordinary from the extraordinary executive. Do you need […]
7 Networking Mistakes That Executives Should Avoid
1 There’s little room for error when it comes to networking. Competition is higher at the executive level than most — as there are fewer jobs at the top. 7 Common Networking Mistakes & Resolutions From Top Experts 1. Unrealistic expectations. Expecting too much too quickly will set you up for failure. Build a relationship with […]
Here’s One of The BIGGEST Secrets Behind Successful Networking
Do You Know The Secret Behind Successful Networking? Job listings are up by 10% says ExecuNet, one of the leading executive and leadership online resources. Maybe like thousands of other professionals you refreshed your career documents and online profiles in January in hopes of tapping into the opportunities that become available in the first quarter […]
Should You Shift Networking to a Low-Priority in Summer?
The months of July and August are globally viewed as vacation months, time to get away from the office, spend time with the family, and decompress from the daily grind. That being said, is it time for you, as an executive job seeker, to step back from your “full court press” of networking? Absolutely not! […]
You Didn’t Get The Job – Here Are 5 Reasons Why
You didn’t get the job. All factors point to you being the perfect candidate for the job too, which can be the most angering of the job-search process. You have the right experience, exude leadership talent, possess above-average interview skills—but you didn’t get the job. It’s likely that even if you ask the recruiter or […]
Executives: Tips For Addressing Negatives in Your Resume
Not everyone has a perfect professional past. Even executives have glitches in their career at some point in their lives. Do you have gaps between jobs or have you ever been fired? Do you know how to put yourself in a positive light to potential employers despite negative issues from the past? The key is […]
5 Tips For Best Impression Cover Letters For Executives
Best impression cover letters are still an important document in an executive job seeker’s collateral materials. They provide a good opportunity to build rapport with a recruiter or prospective employer. Comments expressed by more than 75% of hiring managers range from “somewhat valuable to very valuable” when evaluating an executive candidate for a position who […]