Job Search Strategies

Your online social media profile can positively or negatively impact your job search. This audit will help you evaluate whether your online accounts are helping or hurting your chances of employment. More than half of employers say they have rejected an applicant because of what they have found on the jobseeker’s social media profiles. It’s […]

Employers can legally fire you for just cause. The definition of “just cause” is described with words like “insubordination,” “carelessness,” and “negligence.” With these word choices, termination for cause is loosely defined and can, therefore, be used to fire just about anyone in an active job search while currently employed. An Indeed survey of 10,000

You’d be wrong … if you think a Christmas job search is counterproductive. In fact, searching for new employment during the holiday is a perfect time. On outward appearances, we appear busier during the Christmas season. Yet, we have more free time than we think. Most job roles slow down during the holidays. For example,

The executive job market continues to evolve. Think about it. The intro of social media and LinkedIn are top on the list. But, changes to the executive job market don’t stop there. Explosion of Executive Networks There are many executive networks out there, too. For example, SeniorExecutiveNetwork.com (SEN) and ExecutivesNetwork.com. A growing number of industry

Even executive job seekers can’t escape the reality that applicant tracking systems (ATS) are used by companies and recruiters for all levels of potential candidates. [Editorial Note: These tips will optimize your efforts when working with a recruiter.] Because of their efficiency to track keywords and phrases, these ATS systems have an influence in the hiring

There are generally two opportunities to influence how much money you make: when you get a new job and when you ask for a raise in an existing job. Salary negotiations are generally the most sensitive issue in the hiring process. Discussing compensation often causes anxiety for both employee and employer. Negotiating an initial salary

The key to achieving your career goals rests first in knowing that you are a valuable person with a unique combination of skills and talents to offer the world, and then implementing a job search plan of action to identify and capitalize on that talent. The following stories are based on real-life, job search problems

Recruiters and hiring managers either love or hate virtual media-rich resumes. These online/virtual resumes come in a variety of forms. For example, a media-rich resume could be a presence on VisualCV.com or Purzue.com, or more specifically, a page/website of your own; e.g. yourname.com. What perks can you expect from a media-rich resume? Not only are these

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