(Part two of a three-part series) In part one of our series on resume design for nonprofit professionals, we got into what you accomplish by putting together a good resume and the necessary areas to include. In this part, we’re going to look into what sections...
(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...
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...
The Different Types of CV When it comes to planning your CV the format seems simple enough, some personal information, a little bit about your work history, a couple of references and then your CV is done. Putting together a well-planned CV however takes more thought;...
Repackaging Resume Gaps Anybody who creates a resume should highlight their strengths and abilities in a truthful way. Â 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...
So, you are finding yourself either in an unhappy environment, have accepted a ‘buy out’, or maybe like so many, find yourself collecting unemployment? Colleagues and friends often ask me about how to improve and enhance a job search. In the past, you may have simply...
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...
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...
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...
Serving as the leader in a nonprofit is a rewarding role, and many nonprofit executives choose to remain in their role for years. However, whether through planned retirement or through unexpected changes in the organization, every executive role will eventually need...
In recent years there has been much discussion about income inequality in the United States. The pay of CEOs has increased drastically while the wages of ordinary workers have stagnated, going from a 27-to-1 ratio in 1980 to an 87-to-1 ratio in 2016 (Fortune). This...
Lawsuits and liability claims have developed a fairly negative reputation, and it’s true that hardly anybody wants to go through the time, trouble of an unnecessary legal process. That being said, lawsuits serve a meaningful purpose. They help to protect the rights of...
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