by John G. Self | Mar 21, 2014 | Career Management
If you haven’t heard, the job search market for executives is changing, and judging by the quality of the vast majority of resumes we receive, many candidates haven’t. In healthcare, the perfect storm of structural, regulatory and reimbursement reforms are driving...
by John G. Self | Feb 28, 2014 | Career Management
John filed this post from Las Vegas where he keynoted the opening session for the American Academy of Medical Administrators annual conference and led a career management workshop. LAS VEGAS – As clients intensify their focus on finding the best available...
by John G. Self | Feb 26, 2014 | Career Management, Recruiting
HOUSTON — When I entered the executive search industry nearly 20 years ago I steadfastly believed that it was not my job to coach a candidate on the quality of their resume, or how to manage their references. Their ability to submit a stellar resume, I reasoned, was...
by John G. Self | Jun 12, 2013 | Recruiting
There are two parts to the executive search process that bedevil candidates: the initial resume review interview and managing references. An amazing number of candidates hurt their chances in these two areas. I have two suggestions: 1. Work History – Be prepared for...
by John G. Self | Apr 24, 2013 | Leadership, Recruiting
References and the process of reference checking are an important part of the recruitment process but employers should be cautious before they place too much emphasis on “the truth” gleaned from these pre-employment interviews, especially from those...
