Using Phone References and Recommendation LettersMost people already know that they need a list of Professional References. But you might be asking, 'Why do I need Letters of Recommendation at this point in my career?'
Everything is NegotiableMost job-seekers get into a 'locked mindset' about compensation negotiation, with all sorts of assumptions, pre-formed notions and 'myths.' The truth is that everything is negotiable. Yes, EVERYTHING! There are four things I know about salary negotiation, from all my years of experience in career consulting.
Networking: Your Most Important Career ActivitySo, you've gotten totally clear on your career goals, prepared your complete 'executive portfolio' of self-marketing documents, and developed a detailed strategy for your search.
Working With Executive RecruitersLet's make one thing clear right from the start - executive search firms, recruiters, and employment agencies are not in business to help you land a job. The recruiter is not your advocate, your friend, or your agent. Recruiters, employment agencies, and search firms are merely channels through which you may secure an opportunity for an interview!
