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…
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?…
A key piece of advice I share with job seekers is to research a company before applying for a job and, certainly, before an interview. In either situation, this detective work will pay off: you’ll be more informed and better…
I recently worked with a client who scheduled a coffee meeting with an employee from a company he previously interviewed with online. His upcoming meeting prompted a conversation during which we discussed coffee meeting etiquette. The key to a successful…