by 0187289787602 | Jan 4, 2016 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers
Whether you have started the New Year motivated to change your job or career as soon as possible, or you simply need to revisit your resumé file to make sure it is up to date, the task of creating or revising it can be incredibly daunting. Capturing your career to...
by 0187289787602 | Dec 28, 2015 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers
With the New Year often comes the desire for a big change in your job, namely, that it’s time to find a new one. Reports are out that a significant number of employers anticipate hiring more people in the first half of 2016 than were brought on board in the last half...
by 0187289787602 | Dec 14, 2015 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers, Management
Job search preparation is not just for the candidates. On the other side of their searches are important openings employers want to fill with the perfect fit. Attracting and having an offer accepted from that ideal candidate takes a lot of careful consideration,...
by Ivy Alphonse-Leja | Dec 7, 2015 | Advice, Featured
Strong organizations require strong Board members especially as millennials turn to careers in environments that support a social mission. Nonprofit organizations have a real opportunity to capitalize on this influx of young, passionate, potential hires. Before...
by Ivy Alphonse-Leja | Nov 30, 2015 | Advice, Featured
A positive work environment can be a large factor in lowering turnover rates at a company. Open offices with loose floor plans are a burgeoning trend. But, free thought without structure or critique can be just as damaging as too many restrictions. This is the focus...
by Ivy Alphonse-Leja | Nov 16, 2015 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers, Management
In a world of fast fixes and articles that focus on a “get rich quick” business angle, Stephen Key offers his version of the tell-it-like-it-is breakdown of what it means to be an entrepreneur in his article, “11 Truths About Being an Entrepreneur.” Key, a 30-year...
by Ivy Alphonse-Leja | Nov 9, 2015 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers, Management
There is encouraging news for nonprofits. Millennials (twenty-something to thirty-something year olds) often seek alignment to a cause while defining their career choices. Organizations that are cause-based definitely have the advantage when Millennials shop for jobs....
by Ivy Alphonse-Leja | Nov 2, 2015 | Featured, Job Seekers, Management
Asking the difference between the definition of a leader and of a manager may seem redundant. After all, the two roles have overlapping responsibilities and requirements. In an article written by James Kerr, it is noted: “There’s a difference between...
by Ivy Alphonse-Leja | Oct 13, 2015 | Advice, Featured
Entering into a new business venture can be a lot like starting a new relationship: both endeavors are exciting and often romanticized beyond reality. Aspiring entrepreneurs may have dreams of innovation beyond the nine-to-five workplace, but, before jumping into a...
by F. Jay Hall | Sep 17, 2015 | Featured, Job Seekers
ExecSearches Mission Connected Newsletter Connecting Mission & Talent Since 1999 September 16, 2015 In this issue — Q&A: Is My Consulting Experience Hurting Or Helping My Job Search? — New Job Postings — Resume Review &...
by F. Jay Hall | Sep 13, 2015 | Uncategorized
ExecSearches Mission Connected Newsletter Connecting Mission & Talent Since 1999 September 9, 2015 In this issue — Q&A: What Do I Do When There Is No Response To My Resumes? — New Job Postings — Resume Review & Career...
by F. Jay Hall | Sep 2, 2015 | Featured
ExecSearches Mission Connected Newsletter Connecting Mission & Talent Since 1999 September 2, 2015 In this issue — Q&A: How Do I Broach the Salary Topic When Interviewing? — New Job Postings — Resume Review & Career...
by F. Jay Hall | Aug 28, 2015 | Featured
ExecSearches Mission Connected Newsletter Connecting Mission & Talent Since 1999 August 26, 2015 In this issue — Q&A: How To Maximize and Expand Your Connections — New Job Postings — Resume Review & Career Counseling...
by F. Jay Hall | Aug 24, 2015 | Featured, Job Seekers
ExecSearches Mission Connected Newsletter Connecting Mission & Talent Since 1999 August 19, 2015 In this issue — Q&A: Using Familiararity To Your Job-Seeking Advantage — New Job Postings — Resume Review & Career Counseling...
by F. Jay Hall | Aug 13, 2015 | Job Seekers
ExecSearches Mission Connected Newsletter Connecting Mission & Talent Since 1999 August 12, 2015 In this issue — Q&A: How To Regain Traction During a Stalled Job Search — New Job Postings — Resume Review & Career...
by F. Jay Hall | Aug 6, 2015 | Featured, Job Seekers
ExecSearches Mission Connected Newsletter Connecting Mission & Talent Since 1999 August 5, 2015 In this issue — Q&A: How Do I Transfer My Skills Into New Opportunities? — New Job Postings — Resume Review & Career Counseling...
by Karen Alphonse | Dec 2, 2014 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers, Management
Question: Our company is about to hire a new COO who will manage the whole finance department. We want to be very sure she has strong interpersonal and technical skills. We have spoken to all of her listed references, and, while they have been off the charts, I...
by Karen Alphonse | Nov 11, 2014 | Advice, Featured, Management
Question: I am at the top of my game having just been promoted into the CEO role at a major corporation. Yet, I am feeling strangely dissatisfied and lonely despite my professional accolades. It seems as if I attend meeting after meeting and as if I am not...
by Karen Alphonse | Oct 21, 2014 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers
Question: I am applying for C-Suite position with a company. The position description requires a “thoughtful” cover letter. What does this mean? How do I draft one? Answer: As you already know, you need to respond to the skills, traits and qualities listed in the...
by Karen Alphonse | Sep 30, 2014 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers
Question: I am a licensed social worker who has been putting time in at law firms and finance companies on Wall Street for the past two decades. I have been promoted regularly and earn an executive salary. At the same time, I have taken social services courses to...
