Resume, LinkedIn, & Job Search Tips From a Former Recruiter
Resume, LinkedIn, & Job Search Tips From a Former Recruiter
3 Reasons to Publish Content on LinkedIn During Your Executive Job Search
Not using LinkedIn’s Publishing platform to support your job search? Here’s why you should reconsider.
Executives, Are You Still Rejecting LinkedIn Connection Requests?
Still rejecting requests to connect on LinkedIn? You may want to rethink this strategy.
How to Optimize Your Executive LinkedIn Profile for SEO
Having a LinkedIn Profile isn’t enough. You’ll need to optimize it for SEO.
A Fast Formula for a Powerful LinkedIn Headline
Stumped when writing your LinkedIn Headline? Try this formula for a powerful brand message.
Did You Fall for These Resume Myths?
Still think your resume must fit on a single page – or other myths? Think again.
New Trends in Executive Job Search
Catch up on new executive job search trends for a successful 2024 career.
3 Phrases That Kill The Effectiveness of Your Executive Resume
Stand out in your executive job search by taking these boring, too-common descriptors off your resume.
The 5 Most Worthless Phrases in Your LinkedIn Headline
Did you know your LinkedIn Headline is the most important piece of search information in your Profile? Here’s how to tune it for best results.
Executive Resume Trends That Help You Stand Out
Compel employers to contact you by embracing the newest trends in resumes.
5 Executive Resume Writing Secrets Used by Experts
Struggling to write your executive resume? Conserve your time and efforts with these expert tips.
How to Choose the Right LinkedIn Photo
Here’s how to ensure your LinkedIn photo gives the right professional impression.
How to Convey Your Executive Personal Brand in Your LinkedIn Profile
Many executives struggle to create an engaging, branded LinkedIn Profile. Here’s how to do it.
3 Ways to Update Your LinkedIn Profile on The Sly
Here’s how to update your LinkedIn Profile on the sly – away from the prying eyes of bosses or co-workers.
What Does Your LinkedIn Photo Say About Your Executive Brand?
After seeing too many inappropriate executive photos on LinkedIn, I have to ask: What message are you trying to send with your headshot?
7 Phrases to Delete From Your LinkedIn Profile
Using mundane phrases (like “self-directed team player”) on LinkedIn? Here’s why you should change things up.
7 Executive Resume Trends Crucial to Your Job Search
Ready to land a new executive job? You’ll benefit from these shortcuts and insider resume secrets.
Are These LinkedIn Problems Affecting Your Job Search?
Experiencing problems using LinkedIn? Take a look at these issues, along with quick fixes for better job search results.
Take These Overused, Trite Words Off Your Executive Resume
In the market for a top executive role? Remove these redundant and worn-out words from your executive resume!
How to Write a High-ROI, Branded Cover Letter
Need to write a powerful and compelling cover letter? Start fresh and resist the urge to copy text from your resume.
How to Write a CFO Resume That Reflects Your Leadership Brand
CFO resume writing tips to take your career to the corner office.
5 Secrets to a Knockout LinkedIn Profile About Summary
Neglected your LinkedIn Summary? Change it up for better traction from your online identity.
3 Ways You’re Wasting Space & Opportunity on Your Executive Resume
Take a closer look at how your executive resume design and content are missing valuable opportunities to market your brand.
How to Answer the ‘Tell Me About Yourself’ Interview Question
Dread answering this question? Make it easier on yourself by taking time to prep.
3 Ways to Avoid The #1 LinkedIn Headline Mistake
Write a better LinkedIn Headline – one that attracts employers and represents your personal brand.
Is Your LinkedIn Photo Hurting Your Executive Career?
Have you selected the right LinkedIn Photo – or left it to chance (and let it ruin your job search prospects)?
Resume Headlines That Can Get You Hired in 2026
A powerful resume headline can get your resume noticed in 2026 – faster than anything else you can add to your document.
How to Write a CIO Resume That Wins More Interviews
Write a compelling CIO resume by putting the focus on both business and technology.
4 Things I Shouldn’t See In Your LinkedIn Photo
Did you select the right LinkedIn photo to represent your brand?
Seeking the Best Resume Writer You Can Find?
The best resume writer for your job search should have a strong track record and solid writing credentials.
5 Ways to Put Your Executive Resume on a Power Trip
How to inject a powerful dose of keywords and strategy in your executive resume.
3 Executive Resume Writing Mistakes You’re Making Right Now
Trying to catch a break in the competitive job market for executives? Your resume MUST be on par with the branded, value-driven documents used by other leaders. As an executive expecting to make your mark, you'll need to avoid the typical (yet major-league) resume...
How to Double – And Triple! – Your LinkedIn Traffic With SEO
Tune your LinkedIn Profile for SEO for better searchability by employers and recruiters.
The Truth About Award-Winning Resume Writers
Seeking an award-winning resume writer? Read this first.
Did You Make This Mistake in Writing Your LinkedIn Profile?
This LinkedIn mistake could cost you in keyword searches AND employer attention.
Has LinkedIn Thrown a Wrench in Your Executive Job Search?
Neglected LinkedIn during your job search? Take the time to build a robust Profile aligned with your personal brand.
5 Tips for Preventing Age Bias in Your Executive Resume & LinkedIn Profile
Ageism is alive and well – but you don’t need to embrace it. Here’s how to avoid age discrimination in your resume and LinkedIn Profile.
Should You Hire an Executive Resume Writer?
Readying your resume for an executive job search? You're up against intensive competition from executives with a wealth of experience. But will you NEED to find an executive resume writer to help you compete at this level? Does every executive outsource this part of...
Do You Really Need a Cover Letter For Executive Jobs?
Before you dismiss the need for a cover letter, read this first.
7 LinkedIn Photos That Can Keep You From Landing a Job
Are you using any of these photos on LinkedIn? Consider the potential impact to your personal brand.
How to Find Executive Recruiters in 2026
Want to reach out to a recruiter, but you aren’t sure where to look? These tips can help discover credible recruiters for your 2026 job search.
Stop Waiting for LinkedIn to Produce Magic Results
Waiting to get results from LinkedIn? Use these LinkedIn tips to strengthen traffic, employer interest, and engagement for your job search.
3 Tips to Writing a Strong Career Biography
Don’t be surprised if employers request your biography. Here’s how to write one.
How to Write a Compelling COO Resume
Transitioning into a COO role – or taking the next step from GM or VP of Operations? To be competitive, your COO resume must deliver a quick, yet potent snapshot of strategic leadership and tactical qualifications. In today's job market, most COOs direct broad...
The 5 Essentials of a Powerful VP Sales Resume
Sales resume writing is more than just a few numbers. Use these tips to reach a VP or EVP Sales role.
How to Write Your Resume When You’re NOT The Perfect Candidate
If your career trajectory contains a few speed bumps (such as a gap in work history or job hopping), you're among the multitudes in this job market. Given the state of economic affairs over the past few years, most job seekers don’t fit the classic picture of a...
5 Reasons You Should Research Your Job-Seeking Competition on LinkedIn
Think LinkedIn is just a place to gather connections, apply to jobs, or cultivate endorsements? Think again. With the increased transparency among professional users on LinkedIn, you can use it to check out the careers and credentials of your competition – gaining...
Best Tech Sales Resume Tips to Outdo Your Competition
Pursuing a technical sales executive role? You’ll need to highlight brands, metrics, and consultative influence.
3 Ways You’re Turning Off Recruiters on LinkedIn
Are you giving recruiters reason to reject you? Look carefully at your LinkedIn presence.
How to Customize Resume Headings for a Stronger Personal Brand
Yes, you can customize your resume headings for stronger impact. Here’s how.
5 Keys to Making Your Medical Affairs Resume Stand Out
Writing your resume for a Medical Affairs or Clinical Affairs executive role? Incorporate these key components.
How to Make Your IT Director Resume Really Pop
At the IT Director level and above, you’ll need a strategic and cost-focused emphasis in your resume.
What Recruiters Really Think About Your Missing LinkedIn Photo
Yes, recruiters do have opinions on your LinkedIn Photo. Be sure to select one that represents your personal brand.
Is Your Executive Resume Stretched Too Thin?
Applying to disparate roles with a single resume? You might be reaching too far.
3 Reasons Why Your Executive Resume Isn’t Working
Ever wonder why your executive resume doesn’t make the cut? Resolve these common problems for better results.
Why Just Joining LinkedIn Is Not Enough
If you’re only lurking on LinkedIn, you’re missing out. Here’s how to start using it as a job search tool.
The Magic of An Executive Biography for Your Job Search
Use an executive biography as a powerful, potent introduction to your personal brand and value as a leader.
3 Strategies for Writing a Bold, Branded Executive Resume
Go further than describing duties for a powerfully branded, memorable executive resume.
How to Ace The Panel Interview
Had a call for a panel or group interview recently? While you might be thrilled to make it to this stage of the hiring process, the mere thought of fielding not just one, but a whole TEAM of interviewers can be enough to put your stomach in knots. However, the reason...
Writing Your LinkedIn Profile Headline for Searchability & Branding
Using LinkedIn for your job search? You might have assumed, as many others do, that your mere presence on the site is enough to make your Profile findable by employers and recruiters. However, the key information used in some LinkedIn Profile fields can actually make...
Cover Letter Mistakes That Can Cost You a Great Job Opportunity
Ensure your cover letter is strong enough to represent your executive brand.
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