by John G. Self | Mar 4, 2020 | Career Management, Career Transition/Outplacement, Early Careerists, Job Search, Recruiting
No one enjoys being ignored, disrespected or tooled around, especially if their livelihood or financial security is as stake. Yet many executive job applicants claim this is a common occurrence in the job search process. Poor or no communication elicits feelings of...
by John G. Self | Feb 27, 2020 | Career Coaching, Career Management, Digital Brand, Early Careerists, Job Search
One hurdle job seekers must overcome is thinking like an employee. Sure it is easier. That construct is all about you staying in your comfort zone. In reality though, it is just another barrier to achieving what you want in your career, one that you created a long...
by John G. Self | Feb 26, 2020 | Career Coaching, Career Management, Career Networking, Career Transition/Outplacement, Job Search
This is a tried and true statement that has been part the Career Coach’s playbook forever. Today, in a highly competitive, new job market that is dramatically shaped by technology, this statement now qualifies as an immutable truth for anyone looking for a...
by John G. Self | Feb 14, 2020 | Career Coaching, Career Management, Interviewing Skills, Job Search
Happy Valentine’s Day! I open with this salutation just in case you forgot to get flowers, candy or a card. Focusing on where you worked and what you did in a job interview versus demonstrating how your past success will be beneficial for the prospective employer are...
by John G. Self | Jan 30, 2020 | Career counseling, Career Transition/Outplacement, Interviewing Skills, Job Search, Storytelling, Strategic Networking, Uncategorized
Regardless of your industry, the competition for executive level positions is fierce. As applicants understand the new job search rules, many are adapting their strategy. To succeed you must be ahead of the crowd. Most everyone now knows — or at least they have...
by John G. Self | Jan 23, 2020 | Career counseling, Career Transition/Outplacement, Interviewing Skills, Job Search
I am pretty good at interviewing but I am not getting the job. What’s the issue? There are three possible reasons you are not succeeding in your job search. Your lack of relevant experience compared to other executives in the job applicant panel.Your...
