What does your career have in common with politics, marketing, and sales? They are all considered campaigns. Yes, campaigns. Never thought of your career this way? Bear with me. Similar to marketing, sales, or politics, your career is comprised of a campaign lifecycle process (campaign phases). Every once in Read More >
5 Ways Word Choice Can Elevate Your Resume, LinkedIn Profile & Interviews
When it comes to resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and interviews, word choice matters. The right words will enable your documents to rank higher in Applicant Tracking Systems; they’ll also embolden your interview performance and empower you to communicate more powerfully. Novelist and blogger Chuck Wendig at TerribleMinds.com compares word choice to Read More >
Be Adaptable, Scalable, and Available in Your Job Search
As job seekers, it’s anybody’s guess when opportunity strikes. Pose a triple threat by being poised to capitalize on unexpected opportunities. Be adaptable, scalable, and available. Be adaptable: If you want to give it your all, you NEED to be active on LinkedIn, Twitter, Google+, and Facebook Read More >
A Few Steps to a Winning Executive Bio
Just like your professional resume, writing your executive bio can pose quite a challenge. Here are a few keys to helping tame this beast and make your bio a winner: 1. Don't talk about yourself. Instead, tell a story about this successful person. In other words, it shouldn't be "I" did this Read More >