Earlier this week, I spoke with someone who is ridiculously talented. He has multiple certifications across multiple industries. Cybersecurity. AI. Digital transformation. FP&A. He’s even a certified gemologist. And I almost forgot… he’s also a CPA. On paper, and...
I spend a lot of time telling you that networking is the single most effective way to land a job, and I absolutely stand by that. The best opportunities usually come from relationships with recruiters, hiring managers, or insiders who can help open a door. But here’s...
Earlier this week, I had a conversation with a client that perfectly captured a mistake so many job seekers make. She was applying for a sales and account management role at another company. On her résumé, we included a line that said she was “skilled at utilizing...
Most job seekers treat recruiter calls as a quick checkpoint. Something you simply get through before the “real” interviews.But that mindset misses the entire point.Recruiters aren’t gatekeepers. They’re not judging you or trying to block your path. They’re...
Every week, I get questions like these:➡️ “Do you think my age will make me susceptible to discrimination?”➡️ “Do you think this résumé gap will hurt my chances?”➡️ “The market is bad right now. Will I even find a job?”➡️ “I only have government experience, will a...
In the 1970s, Edward Packard revolutionized storytelling with his Choose Your Own Adventure books. On the very first page, he wrote: “Do not read this book straight through from beginning to end… The adventures you take are a result of your choice.” Growing up, I...
Most job seekers unknowingly make the same mistake when writing their résumé, they bury the lead.They either jump straight into the professional experience section or open with an objective statement. And both approaches miss the mark. Here’s why: ❌ Starting with your...
The perfect opportunity at the perfect time? That’s rare. Almost mythical. If you wait for everything to align, the right company, the right role, the right timing, you’ll probably miss out. That’s why one of the best habits you can develop in your job search is...
Many of you have told me recently: “I think the interview went well… now what?”Here’s the truth: in today’s job market, the interview doesn’t end when you shake hands and leave. What you do after the interview can make the difference between being forgotten and being...
Growing up in Fishkill, New York, I remember the New York Lottery commercials from the 1990s. They always ended with a simple line: “Hey, you never know.” It was catchy, memorable, and a reminder that opportunity often shows up when you least expect it.Last year, I...
You are sitting in a high-stakes interview. You’ve rehearsed your resume, polished your elevator pitch, and memorized the standard answers to "What are your greatest strengths?" Then, the interviewer leans back, drops the pleasantries, and asks a question designed...
You know the STAR method. You’ve likely practiced your Situation, Task, Action, and Result until you can recite them in your sleep. But here is the uncomfortable truth that separates the top 1% of candidates from the "highly qualified but passed over" pile:...
You have optimized your resume to beat the ATS. You have rehearsed your STAR method stories until they flow naturally. You know your "why." Yet, many high-potential candidates walk out of interviews feeling they nailed the answers, only to receive a generic...
Most candidates prepare for an interview by rehearsing answers to questions. They memorize the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result), research the company’s recent earnings, and prepare a list of queries for the end of the hour. This is the baseline. In a...
You’ve likely noticed a shift. Two years ago, posting a generic motivational quote or a photo of your morning coffee might have garnered thousands of views on LinkedIn. Today, that same content falls flat. If you are a mid-career professional or an executive...
Most professionals treat LinkedIn like a digital vending machine: they insert a connection request, push the button, and wait for a job offer to drop. When nothing happens, they assume the machine is broken. The reality is that the "spray and pray" method of...
Most job seekers view LinkedIn as a digital resume—a static billboard waiting to be noticed. But on the other side of the screen, recruiters aren't browsing; they are hunting. They utilize a specialized interface called LinkedIn Recruiter, a platform distinct from...
If you have noticed a significant drop in your post views over the last six months, you are not imagining it. You are experiencing what industry analysts are calling the "Reach Cliff." In late 2023 and throughout 2024, LinkedIn fundamentally altered its ranking...
You have built a career based on tangible results and hard-won expertise. But as you look to pivot that career across borders—whether moving from New York to London, or Singapore to Berlin—you are facing a new, invisible barrier: Format Anxiety. The fear is valid....
You know your experience is valuable. You have the scars, the wins, and the hard-earned wisdom from a non-linear career path. But when you look at your resume, there’s a disconnect. The narrative feels disjointed, the "gaps" look glaring, and the unique value you...
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