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The Job Search is Really a Career Journey

As a political junkie (which is about 10th in my list of passionate interests), I couldn’t help but be drawn in by this article by Dorie Clark. The comparisons he makes of the job search to a permanent political campaign … Continue reading

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Unemployed vs. Passive in the Job Search

Is there a difference in the mindset of a candidate who is unemployed and conducting a job search – and – a passive candidate exploring new opportunities? I’d say many times the difference is actually a wide chasm. CFO Innovation … Continue reading

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Job Search is a Marathon, Not a Sprint

A recent FENG newsletter contained this quote … “Unfortunately the search process is more like a marathon than a sprint.” While the author was referring to the length of the job search, it is also a true statement when you … Continue reading

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The Changing Face of Recruiting

Recruiter Greg Savage posted a great article entitled “10 ways the world of recruitment is changing – right now!” Greg identifies himself a as a contrarian – but that has nothing to do with why I like his comments … … Continue reading

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Does Your Job Search Resemble Ground Hog Day?

You know the movie Ground Hog Day where the same day just keeps repeating itself over and over and over? The movie could just as easily have been called “Insanity” … but maybe that name was already taken. You know … Continue reading

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Recruiters Work in Reverse, Too!

If you are a CFO or Finance Executive who is in a job search or anticipating a move in the next 6-12 months, move away from the “job board” mentality and adopt a “web 2.0” mindset. Having great positioning long before you need it is a smart career management strategy! Continue reading

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Job Postings … a Necessary Evil?

Are job postings a necessary evil? Necessary? Or, just evil? Continue reading

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Career Damage Control

Recently I stumbled across a primer on common career management misconceptions. Managing your career isn’t rocket science, but it is challenging to get in front of, and drive, your career rather than finding yourself reacting to a trigger event. The author … Continue reading

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Careers, Finance Executives, and Digital Footprints

Recently I had coaching sessions with two CFO clients who were considering offers. Both indicated the opportunities came to them through their digital footprint.  Last week, my interview on using social media to accelerate your finance career with Mary Ellen … Continue reading

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Aim, Ready, Set!

Seth Godin’s blog post this morning, Trying to Please, reminded me of several posts I’ve written about this topic regarding the spaghetti strategy, I mean job search strategy.  Who is your marketing or your product or your effort trying to … Continue reading

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