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THE CHECKLIST THAT WILL GET YOU A JOB!
💥 This week's newsletter features a comprehensive checklist to help you optimize your LinkedIn profile, given its crucial importance in finding a new job in today's digital age. Follow these steps to propel your profile to the first page of headhunter search results, dramatically increasing your visibility and chances of securing your next executive role. LinkedIn Optimization Checklist Headline Use the golden formula: JOB TITLE | GEOGRAPHICAL SCOPE | INDUSTRY | SUBSECTOR | KEY DIFFERENTIATOR...
Is Your Professional Network Costing You Opportunities? Find Out Inside
Leveraging Your Industry Network: A Key Asset for Senior Executives As a senior executive embarking on the next chapter of your career, your industry network is an invaluable asset. While internal relationships are crucial, expanding your connections across the entire sector can significantly enhance your prospects. A broad industry network opens doors to hidden opportunities, provides diverse insights, and reinforces your professional reputation. 8 Compelling Reasons to Invest in...
The Final Interview Step You Can’t Afford to Mess Up
This week, we’re diving into a topic that can feel a bit stressful: salary negotiation at the end of the interview process. Here are 8 tips to help you navigate it smoothly. Tip #1: See Their Side Companies have limitations. Some have salary bands they can’t go above. Moving to a high-cost city? Some will factor it in, some won’t. They also want to be fair to your future peers, so they’ll consider what others in similar roles are making. Acknowledge their constraints. Ask where they have...
Do you have a "Master Resume"? You should!
Think your standard resume is enough to land that dream job? Think again. You’re likely missing out on opportunities – all because you haven’t used a master resume. Make your job search process easy Here’s an insider tip: top professionals don’t just have one resume. They’re using a tool that puts them ahead of others. Curious? Let’s break it down: A master resume tells your whole career story – nothing left out. It’s a big document that covers EVERY job you’ve had, EVERY achievement you’ve...
Back to Basics: What Matters In Your Job Search
I talk a lot about LinkedIn optimization. But let's take a step back and revisit why this matters. The Power of LinkedIn Recruiter Look at the image below. It reveals the inner workings of LinkedIn Recruiter, the Swiss Army knife of headhunters. It's not just another tool—it's THE tool recruiters use to find the right candidates for high-level positions. Think director roles and above. These aren't published across job boards. They're filled through stealth missions. Recruiters become digital...
4 Advanced Strategies for Navigating the Hidden Job Market
Think the best jobs are posted online? Think again. The hidden job market holds a treasure trove of opportunities. Here's how to tap into it: 1. Utilizing Industry Events and Conferences Attending industry events and conferences is a powerful way to access the hidden job market. These events provide direct access to industry leaders and potential employers, often leading to job opportunities that aren't advertised publicly. Types of events to attend: Industry conferences: Connect with...
4-Step LinkedIn Hack: Outshine 99.5% of Users
Did you know that only 0.5% of LinkedIn users share content weekly? Yet, this tiny fraction is driving massive engagement and also career opportunities. In today’s hyper-connected world, a strong LinkedIn presence isn’t just nice to have—it’s essential. But here’s the trap many professionals fall into: they create a profile (sometimes even optimize it) and then… nothing. They’re missing out on a goldmine of opportunities. The LinkedIn Visibility Trap The Set-It-And-Forget-It Mindset: Many...
Can you pass the 6-second linkedin test that gets you on a headhunters radar?
6 seconds that's how long a recruiter spends on average on a LinkedIn profile. In today's job market, your LinkedIn profile is often your first impression and entry ticket to land on a headhunter shortlist. But what if it's speaking a language that headhunters can't understand? Let's dive into a common mistake that could cost you valuable opportunities. The Jargon Trap Imagine you're a headhunter scrolling through hundreds of profiles. You come across one filled with company-specific jargon,...
How To Turn Job Search Rejections Into Opportunities
Have you ever felt the sting of rejection during your job search? That sinking feeling when you realize you didn't land the role you hoped for? If so, you're not alone. But what if I told you that rejection could be the key to unlocking your next great opportunity? Let's dive into how you can transform those disappointing moments into powerful stepping stones for your career. Rejection: It's Not About You First things first: A rejection is not a value judgment on you as a person or...
The Top 3 Interviews Senior Leaders Can't Afford to Fail
Ever felt like you’re stumbling in the dark during a job interview? You’re not alone. Most job seekers focus all their energy on that final face-to-face meeting, but here’s the truth: your journey to landing that dream job starts long before you step into the hiring manager’s office. In fact, there are three distinct types of interviews you’ll encounter, each with its own set of rules and challenges. Master these, and you’ll be miles ahead of your competition. Intrigued? Let’s pull back the...
Want your job search to pick up momentum? Our unique insider strategies are for you. Real job search advice by a real headhunter.