This article features advice about how to work with recruiters from an insider’s perspective and covers the two main types of recruiting engagements. It is the second part of a two-part series based on an interview I had with career…
This article provides resume advice from a recruiter and is the first part of a two-part series featuring an interview I had with career coach, resume writer, and former executive recruiter Andrew Gardner. Andy is Managing Partner of AGA Executive…
Are you feeling like you’re running on empty? Consider looking to motivational quotes to keep you going strong. When I’m feeling overwhelmed or need a boost, they are my secret weapon. There’s power in clear, succinct statements that prompt an…
Not too long ago, I attended an in-person event at a middle school—an honor society induction ceremony. The principal began by asking the audience to have patience because “after a couple of years of not doing this, we’re a little…
You’ve recently launched your job search campaign and face a challenge: you’re overflowing with ideas and options to explore. To name a few, you’ve identified that you want to conduct networking interviews with other professionals, expand your skillset by taking…
LinkedIn hacks can make for a much more enjoyable—and effective—professional networking experience for business professionals and job seekers. Before working with me, many of my clients were on LinkedIn only because they knew they were supposed to be. My clients’…
Note: This is an updated version of a previous article on informational interviewing. Years ago, when I was in grad school, I conducted my first and only informational interview. Much to my surprise, I landed a job offer! I literally…
When writing your resume, you might wonder about what you should include—and what should be left out. Thinking about the overarching structure of your resume before you start drafting it (or revising a rusty version) helps you focus and optimize…
The most effective leaders are self-aware leaders. If you are currently in a leadership role (or if you plan to be in one!), it's critical to be mindful of how you present yourself to others—especially during an interview. To support…
As 2021 draws to a close, it’s a good time to reflect and ask questions about your professional year in review: What challenges have you faced? How have you grown as a professional? What career management strategies did you use?…