by John G. Self | Jul 25, 2012 | Career Management
To be perfectly honest, I would rather have a complete, compelling resume than a mediocre resume and a “nice” cover letter. In other words, if you have to include a cover letter to convince me to give you a critical look, you are in trouble. If you are determined...
by John G. Self | Jul 17, 2012 | Current Affairs, Healthcare, Leadership
One of the hidden benefits of being a healthcare recruiter is that you get to see, firsthand, the rich irony that plagues our industry. Healthcare is one of the most technologically impressive businesses in the nation—where modern miracles happen every day—yet the...
by John G. Self | Jul 10, 2012 | Career Management
If you are contacted by an executive recruiter regarding a job you have an interest in, here are a few helpful hints to help you navigate the process. The search will never go as fast as you think it should. This is especially true if you are in transition. You can...
by John G. Self | Jun 22, 2012 | Career Management
Managing references is an aspect of the job search process that far too many take for granted. Candidates would be surprised at how often they lose an offer because of mistakes made in the selection of references. Here are some key issues to think about: Candidates...
by John G. Self | Jun 13, 2012 | Career Management
In good times and bad, building and sustaining a vital network of professional contacts is one the most important keys to effective career management. A robust network will minimize the negative effects of the inevitable setbacks that occur. For an executive looking...