If you're concerned about job security - hearing rumours, expecting change, or worried about an uncertain economy - don't wait. Use these seven approaches to either avoid a layoff, make the most of it (yes a layoff can be an opportunity), or set yourself up for a quick move.
The right kind of interview preparation will greatly improve your odds of landing another interview or job offer. Start by following this nine-point checklist. . .
Recruiters and hiring leaders can’t reach out if they can’t find you—here’s what your LinkedIn profile is missing. . .
Accepting the wrong offer can cost you dearly despite a big compensation package. As one client put it: "I should never have accepted their offer; it was a toxic environment and I was not set up for success, but I was blinded by the money and prestige." You can reduce the odds of accepting the wrong job offer by asking yourself three questions:
If you're using your job search to land a more senior position or shift gears into a new industry or role, you may face a disadvantage; you will be competing with candidates already established in similar positions, so you won't appear to be the perfect candidate.
The key to overcoming this perception lies in three crucial strategies: first, sound like an insider in your chosen
Looking for a job can be an arduous process; even the most experienced executives can feel frustrated. Understanding the underlying reasons for slow progress can help you jump-start your results. Below are actionable strategies that address the top five drivers of long searches, so you can start landing more interviews and offers.
Landing the job you want quickly requires more than just a well-crafted resume and a compelling LinkedIn profile; you need an effective job search strategy. A key part of this job search strategy involves making lots of the right connections. To be sure you’re playing this numbers game to win, monitor these five KPIs. You’ll learn how to refine your strategy to improve results and
When the job market or pace of work slows—whether during the summer months or the holiday season—seize this opportunity to propel your career forward; engage in essential decision-making, strategic planning, and relationship-building. Or focus on creating your job search "marketing materials" including your resume and LinkedIn profile. By making the most of these slower times, you'll be ready to hit the ground running when things pick up. Here's how to leverage these moments for maximum benefit.
Great LinkedIn profiles and resumes have a lot in common, including highly targeted, keyword-rich and concise content, accomplishment-oriented bullets and a powerful summary section. Because of these similarities, copying your resume content right into your LinkedIn profile is often a good idea. Yet in some situations you’ll want to take a different approach to your profile.
Use AI the “Right” Way to Boost Resume & LinkedIn Results
by Robert Hellmann • Resume, LinkedIn, self-promo
Before you let AI rewrite your resume or LinkedIn profile, know that some prompts work brilliantly; others backfire. Here are the ones that actually help—and the one you should avoid. . .