You’ve finally got that resume polished and you’re ready to consider new career opportunities. There’s one small problem though, you’re currently working and your boss/management team seems to know everyone in town. How are you supposed to evaluate what’s next for you aside from looking at online job ads? 🔍 As a trusted recruiter with over 25 years of experience, I understand that [...]
One of the most common questions I get at the beginning of any professional’s job search process is – how long should my resume be? Does it need to be just one page? There are many schools of thought on this topic so let’s discuss from a high level. While the perfect length might seem to change depending upon who you ask, one [...]
Ever send your resume in to a job that looks perfect for you and never hear back? Not a peep? I’m not talking about a job that looks perfect TO you – meaning one where you don’t meet qualifications, but you’d love to have, or you think you can do. I’m talking about a job post where you check ALL the boxes. What [...]
A recent study by Accordion has sent shockwaves through the private equity world: 91% of CFOs in PE-backed companies report feeling less job security than before their firm received PE funding. This isn't just a case of nerves – it's a symptom of a deeper disconnect between PE sponsors and portfolio companies. Why the worry? 😟 Pressure Cooker Performance: PE firms prioritize aggressive growth [...]
Remember the saying, "It's not what you say, it's how you say it"? (7/38/55) In the world of work, a similar principle applies: "It's not just about firing you, it's about making you want to quit." This insidious tactic is called quiet firing, and it's on the rise. It’s not a new tactic, “smoking people out” or making them want to quit has [...]
Happy Friday! Hopefully you have some downtime and fun activities planned for the weekend. Ever wonder if your activities or hobbies have an impact on you over and above helping you blow off steam? Can they help with your career? Turns out, your hobbies might hold the secret career weapon you've been overlooking. 🎯 Let's take a closer look at how using some [...]
It's a familiar scene: a colleague announces their resignation out of the blue, and shock ripples through the team. "But they loved their job!" the whispers begin. What’s going on? Yes, sometimes, even dream jobs become chapters that need closing. While it might seem counterintuitive, leaving a beloved role can be a positive and necessary step for both personal and professional growth. The [...]
"Relaxed"? "Authentic"? Is that how we approach interviewing in 2024? 👎🏻 Don't mistake these corporate buzzwords for an open invitation to dress like you're heading to brunch, talk like you're at a bar, and curse like you're on a reality show in the C-suite or Partner track interview. Here's why "business casual" doesn't translate to "business casual attitude" if you're aiming for a [...]
Imagine this: two equally qualified candidates walk into your office for the same job. One nails the interview, leaving you convinced they're perfect. The other, despite strong skills and experience, falls short. But why? Gut feel or something specific? The culprit might be hiding in plain sight – unconscious bias. It's the monster under the interview table, influencing our decisions without us even [...]
🍾🥂Happy New Year! Resolutions still intact? Perhaps one of them is to finally give that resume some much-needed attention. Don't let an outdated document be the roadblock to your dream career! Let's transform it from a historical listing of positions into something that will stand out. Here’s a few ideas to get the ball rolling. 🏢 First, build on the core of "duties [...]