by Randi Bussin | Mar 25, 2019 | Career Reinvention, Job Search, Marketing Yourself, Networking, Personal Branding
Last month, we introduced two types of search firms and discussed what they look for in candidates. In this month’s blog, we explore how you can best identify and network with an executive search firm. Element 1: There are so many firms out there. How do I know which...
by Randi Bussin | Nov 13, 2018 | Job Search, Marketing Yourself, Networking, Personal Branding
In the game of basketball, fans typically have preconceived notions about short players, despite the fact that 5’9” Isaiah Thomas of the Denver Nuggets delivers the goods game after game. Although Thomas is proof that short players perform at a high level, the bias...
by Randi Bussin | Sep 25, 2018 | Career Reinvention, Job Search, Marketing Yourself, Personal Branding, Resume & Cover Letters
Think back to when you were a young teen, complete with braces and pimples. Negotiating the tough school hallways and interactions with peers, you needed a safe place, a journal, to process all of the social challenges coming your way and share your hopes for the...
by Randi Bussin | Mar 26, 2018 | Career Reinvention, Job Search, Marketing Yourself, Networking
Shifting from the corporate to the nonprofit world is a lot like contemplating a major move – the new town seems prettier, the grass there looks greener. Yet if you haven’t researched your new town or prospective home, the reality could take you by surprise — maybe...
by Randi Bussin | Dec 4, 2017 | Employment Trends, Interviewing, Job Search, Marketing Yourself, Personal Branding
The practice of job seeking has changed in recent years, with Skype interviews growing ever more common. This is due to the growth in remote workers, as well as reporting relationships across multiple offices. Since odds are you’ll be asked to play the game of Skype...
by Randi Bussin | Oct 4, 2017 | Career Reinvention, Interviewing, Job Search, LinkedIn & Social Media, Marketing Yourself, Networking, Resume & Cover Letters
Last month, we explored career change mistakes and how to fix them. In the conclusion of our blog post on career change mistakes, we’ll look at the value of doing your homework, updating your resume, and more. 6. Not Doing Your Homework Once you’ve committed to...