by F. Jay Hall | Jun 30, 2023 | Advice, Job Seekers
The nonprofit sector can be an incredibly fulfilling career choice for those with a passion for particular causes. But what about individuals looking to change careers from the corporate sector? What does transitioning from the for-profit sector to the not-for-profit...
by Dr. Nancy Sobel | Jan 11, 2023 | Advice, Job Seekers, Resumes and Cover Letters
Note: We have a special running until the end of April. All resumes, bios, cover letters, and online profile phone/video reviews will be only $55. Email contact@execsearches.com with the subject “Resume Review” to receive a link to schedule your one-hour...
by Dr. Nancy Sobel | Nov 14, 2022 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers, Resumes and Cover Letters
(Part one of a three-part series) A resume is the foundation of your job search and your entre to an interview. Simply put, it’s the story of your career, and you want to make it so interesting that the person reading it wants to know...
by Karen Alphonse | Apr 13, 2022 | Advice, Management, Q+A
I just got a promotion to a VP role at my organization. How do I figure out what to wear to work now that COVID is subsiding? Before COVID, we had a more dressed-up, “Business Casual” culture. Most of us have been wearing very casual clothing at home. What would...
by Karen Alphonse | Jan 20, 2022 | Advice, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, Management
To take on the deeper diversity, organizations and their leaders need both courage and honesty. It requires courage to step beyond what feels comfortable and what you know to encounter the unknown. To confront the “What-You-Don’t-Know-You-Don’t Know.” This is...
by Karen Alphonse | Oct 6, 2021 | Advice, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, Management
How do you deal with the leader who resists diversity and inclusion while “pretending” to be on board? This situation requires real skill. Your leader may be in denial and probably cannot see their true response to DEI. The whole point of DEI is to increase...
by Karen Alphonse | Feb 4, 2021 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers
Question: Why do you need to write a cover letter to get the non-profit Dream Job I saw advertised? Can’t the new employer get all of the information needed from LinkedIn and the Internet? You are correct. Today, we have access to much more information about...
by Karen Alphonse | Jul 7, 2020 | Advice, Job Seekers, Management
The world as we knew it has shifted. Certainly, and surely. Our organizations may expand, but it more likely that they will contract. Likewise, our internal staff may expand, but it is probably the case that it may have to contract. After...
by Cameron Kobes | Apr 22, 2020 | Featured, Management
Beginning earlier this year, the outbreak of the novel coronavirus or COVID-19 has led to closures and disruptions across the country. While necessary to protect people who are vulnerable to the virus, these changes have caused a variety of impacts as people have...
by Karen Alphonse | Mar 15, 2019 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers
Q: I am pulling together my resume, biography, and LinkedIn Profile, although they are well-written, typo-free and professional, hiring managers do not respond well to them. I am not getting offers. I thought I had the perfect package. What’s missing? Perfection can...
by Karen Alphonse | Jan 31, 2019 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers, Management
Leadership has many facets that include having a vision, implementing plans and programs, managing, influencing and motivating others, ensuring the financial health and sustainability of your organization and building strategic partnerships/relationships....
by Karen Alphonse | Dec 14, 2018 | Advice, Job Seekers
A:Congratulations. This is a great question. I am guessing that this interview will take place outside of your town and that train or plane travel will be involved. I can remember showing up for an important interview after 36 hours on the road because of plane...
by Laura Gassner Otting | Jun 16, 2017 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers
Functional vs Chronological: Which Resume Format is Best? The purpose of a resume is to land an interview. Nothing more, nothing less. It need not exclaim to tell a potential employer why they must hire you this instant, but rather, get your foot in the door to tell...
by Cameron Kobes | Mar 30, 2017 | Advice, Featured, Management, Recruiters
One pertinent challenge facing nonprofit organizations today is leadership turnover, as described in the article The Nonprofit Leadership Development Strategy, from the Stanford Social Innovation Review. A significant number of nonprofit executives and managers have...
by Joe Brown | Apr 20, 2010 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers, Management
For the vast majority of the country’s more than 1.2 million registered 501(c)(3) organizations, the development function, and therefore development professionals, has always been of critical importance. Today, while the profession itself faces increased demands...
by F. Jay Hall | Jun 24, 2024 | Advice, Recruiters
The world of executive search is fast-paced and highly competitive. With top talent in high demand, executive search professionals constantly look for ways to enhance their recruitment strategies. One powerful tool at their disposal is Artificial Intelligence (AI). In...
by F. Jay Hall | Apr 18, 2024 | Featured, Job Seekers, Latest News
In the fabric of our society and global economy, non-profit organizations have long been the stitching that binds community care and human altruism. However, in 2024, as dynamic shifts continue to alter the socio-economic landscape, the non-profit sector finds itself...
by F. Jay Hall | Oct 28, 2023 | Featured, Management
Nonprofit organizations are an indispensable part of society; their passion for social causes can help improve the lives of individuals and communities. However, what often separates successful nonprofits from their less successful counterparts is leadership. Great...
by F. Jay Hall | Sep 13, 2023 | Hybrid and Remote Work
Please follow and like us: In today’s digital era, the traditional workplace setup is rapidly evolving. The rise of remote work opportunities has created a new dynamic, allowing professionals to contribute to an organization from the comfort of their homes. This...
by F. Jay Hall | Aug 24, 2023 | Featured, Job Responsibilities, Management, Nonprofit Job Duties and Responsibilities, Q+A
Non-profit organizations are crucial in addressing social issues and positively impacting communities. Behind every successful non-profit is a team of dedicated and passionate executives who lead the organization towards its mission. If you want a career...
by F. Jay Hall | Jul 22, 2023 | Advice, Drafting a Job Description For a Non-profit, Job Responsibilities, Nonprofit Job Duties and Responsibilities, Q+A
Payscale https://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job=Chief_Operating_Officer%2C_Non-Profit_Organization/SalaryIn non-profits, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) holds a critical executive position and is instrumental in steering the organization toward operational...
by F. Jay Hall | Jun 26, 2023 | Advice, Job Seekers
Special events and fundraising are integral components of nonprofit organizations. Working in events management and fundraising for nonprofits can be a fulfilling and rewarding career path. Nonprofits constantly seek new ways to engage with donors and raise funds,...
by F. Jay Hall | Jun 22, 2023 | Advice, Hybrid and Remote Work, Q+A
Hybrid work models could be just the thing you need! A hybrid work model is defined as a way of working that combines in-person, remote, and virtual elements. This type of workplace flexibility offers many advantages to nonprofits, especially regarding their budget....
by F. Jay Hall | Jun 9, 2023 | Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, Latest News, LGBTQIA+, Management
At ExecSearches.com, everyone deserves equal opportunities, respect, and recognition regardless of gender, orientation, race, or ethnicity. That’s why we proudly celebrate Pride Month and acknowledge the fantastic contributions of LGBTQIA+ non-profits and...
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