How to Keep Your Executive Resume to Two Pages Without Sacrificing Impact
Executive resumes should be concise and focused. Learn how to cut down your resume to two pages by showcasing only the most impactful achievements, removing outdated job details, and streamlining your experience to ensure your leadership stands out.
Stop Apologizing for Simply Existing: A Leadership Perspective
Women and leaders often apologize unnecessarily. This post explores why we do this, the impact it has on our confidence, and how fostering an environment of gratitude and constructive feedback can empower teams to embrace their presence unapologetically.
Should You Leave a Job Before Finding a New One? Insights for Burned-Out Executives
Feeling burned out and overwhelmed in your current job? Here's why leaving before finding a new role may not negatively impact your job search—and how it can actually give you the clarity and confidence to make a better career move.
Staying Relevant in a Wobbly Job Market
The job market may be unpredictable, but opportunities still exist. Learn five strategies to stay relevant: grow your network, invest in professional development, refresh your résumé and LinkedIn, demonstrate thought leadership, and stay proactive. Adapt and thrive in any market!
Personalized Outplacement Services for Career Transitions
Outplacement services are essential for supporting employees through layoffs, ensuring they leave with the tools to secure their next opportunity. What sets my services apart is the personalized approach, providing 1:1 coaching, tailored strategies, and impactful career documents that help individuals land roles faster and with confidence. Let’s connect if you’re looking to provide exceptional outplacement support to your team.
Preparing for Senior-Level Interviews: Key Areas to Focus On
As you move up in your career, mastering the bigger picture becomes essential in senior-level interviews. For candidates aiming for VP or C-suite positions, understanding company market position, industry trends, leadership dynamics, and stakeholder relationships is crucial. Effective prep not only includes knowing the job description but also being able to discuss the company’s competitive edge and strategic direction. Ready for your next senior role? Let's talk about how to get prepared.
The Cost of Integrity: Why Transparency and Honesty Matter in Hiring
As we navigate the hiring landscape, especially at the executive level, it's easy to become disillusioned by fraudulent practices that seem to "pay off." But as Mark Baum from The Big Short reminds us, fraud eventually catches up. In a world of shortcuts, integrity, honesty, and transparency will always yield greater long-term dividends. Learn why doing business with these values in mind will lead to more sustainable success.
5 Key Takeaways for from My Evanston Chamber of Commerce Presentation
In my recent presentation with the Evanston Chamber of Commerce, I shared key strategies for small businesses to harness LinkedIn’s potential. From using a personal profile to building a strong lead magnet with your profile, here are the top takeaways to boost your LinkedIn presence and grow your business without paying for ads. Plus, LinkedIn can be fun—learn how to make it work for you!
The Power of Honesty in Career Success: A Lesson from My Banana Republic Days
From my early days at Banana Republic to helping clients land bigger roles, honesty has been my guiding principle. Learn how offering truthful advice and language can elevate your career, boost confidence, and secure better opportunities.
Navigating Career Crossroads: The Tough Conversations that Lead to Clarity
From uncertainty at work to job search frustrations, tough career conversations lead to clarity and growth. If you're at a career or leadership crossroads, it's time to reflect on your strengths, values, and future vision. I'm here to help you navigate the path forward.
Networking and Job Search Tips: Make Your Emails Stand Out
Learn the importance of quick follow-ups, effective subject lines, and thoughtful outreach strategies. Whether you're job searching or building your network, these tips will help you stand out.
Share Your Story: LinkedIn Post Prompts to Inspire Others
Your current role could be someone else's goal. Help others by sharing your story through LinkedIn posts with prompts that highlight the challenges, mistakes, and unexpected lessons you've learned. This will foster human connections and potentially lead to opportunities.
Navigating Pay Inequity and Advocate for Your Worth as a Woman Executive
Many women discover they are underpaid despite having the same qualifications as their colleagues. Pay inequity is often hidden by lack of transparency. In this post, I share strategies on how to navigate pay negotiations, research salary data, and advocate for yourself to close the gap.
What Works on LinkedIn: The Key to Getting Noticed
Want to make a real impact on LinkedIn? Focus on a sharp headline, storytelling in your experience, and purposeful engagement. Avoid overloading your profile with generic skills and courses. Connect with outliers and comment thoughtfully to get noticed by the right people.
What You Don't Have to Do After a Layoff – A Career Strategist's Insights
Laid off? Here’s what you don’t have to do: settle for the first offer, take a lateral move, or prioritize others over yourself. Learn how to turn a layoff into an opportunity for growth and career advancement.
Simple Ways to Shift Your Mindset While Crafting Job Titles
Learn how a small tweak to your job titles can make a big impact on your resume and LinkedIn profile. Shift your mindset and take full credit for the roles you’ve led with this simple yet powerful adjustment.
How a Client's CEO Role Redefined Her Leadership Impact
Discover why showcasing post-exit changes to your role can enhance your leadership resume. Learn from a CEO’s story and how her previous role’s impact redefined her career and leadership legacy.