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...
You know the preparation lists that we have all seen. They urge candidates to be able to speak about their successes and failures, how they manage, how they have encouraged diversity, what they have done to ensure profitability or to secure long-term financial...
A successful biography interview helps everyone understand better how a candidate thinks, prioritizes and delivers results – based upon his/her earliest attempts to make sense of life. Many candidates have learned how to prep for difficult questions probing their...
Effective Diversity Planning Many organizations now realize how critical diversity is to high performance. The data compel us to adopt more inclusive hiring strategies. However, the realization that it is beneficial does not mean that it will become a reality...
Play to win. When it comes to diversity, winners take all. Organizations that manage diversity well will reap many benefits: increased productivity, employee satisfaction, and creativity. Their messaging and brands will resonate with best practices. Typically,...
Featured Highlights Yes, a cover letter still matters for nonprofit leadership and mission-driven roles because it adds context that a resume or LinkedIn profile usually cannot provide. The best cover letters connect mission, personality, and results rather than just...
Repackaging Resume Gaps Anybody who creates a resume should highlight their strengths and abilities in a truthful way. A gap in the timeline will weaken any resume. Questions will arise if a potential employer notes that an applicant has been unemployed for several...
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...
For professionals involved in job searches, one of the first priorities is making a good impression. We want our potential employers, whether in the private or the public sectors, to form a positive opinion and conclude that we have the qualities needed for their...
Question: I am a recruiter with a not-for-profit. Recently, I interviewed a candidate who seems to have jumped around from position to position. He has been with three organizations, doing three different roles over the past three years. He spoke well, seemed to know...
How can I break into the non-profit sector? I am an amazing sales person and I want to use my skills for a non-profit. All the non-profit companies keep going with another candidate with more experience. How do I get in front of them to showcase my...
Question: Do I need a cover letter for my job search? It seems that many companies are hiring direct off the Web with only a resume. Is a cover letter just a waste of time? Answer: Although certain companies – mostly in high-tech industries – do not...
Q: I am frustrated with my resume. I have never led – nor do I want to lead – an organization or a team. My professional life is only one part of what I do. My employers can count on me to implement, execute and work well with others on the...
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...
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....
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...
As an employer, you might be thinking about using a search consultant to conduct resume screenings and interviews on your behalf. The best way to work with a search consultant is to give that person ample information about your organization’s culture and about the...
Many companies now conduct behavioral interviews that rely on how a candidate responds to unusual questions. They also require candidates to take sophisticated assessments to determine, objectively, natural strengths and areas for growth. What is the best way to...
Most people have reasonably good resumes. They are typo-free and they track the skills, accomplishments, training, and education of the resume holder accurately. However, to be competitive, a resume needs to be better than good. What makes a resume stand out? Two...
Q: I have heard so many different suggestions of what to include on my resume. What do you suggest? A: Focus on accomplishments, money and mission. By accomplishments, I mean anything that pushed your organization ahead and for which you can honestly claim...
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