Early on in the process of coaching executives in transition, I like to make the point that the job search, like most of life, can be filled…… Read more “The Importance of Flexibility During a Job Search”
Month: June 2019
The Only Two Performance Metrics You’ll Need in an Executive Search
By Ken McGovern When it comes to retained executive search, only two performance metrics matter: the placement rate and the amount of days to placement. PLACEMENT RATE…… Read more “The Only Two Performance Metrics You’ll Need in an Executive Search”
Attracting Talent: How to Make Your Company Stand Out from the Others
1. Develop and communicate your employment brand: Many organizations work on their employment brand as part of their strategy for attracting talent and communicating what differentiates them…… Read more “Attracting Talent: How to Make Your Company Stand Out from the Others”
Duck Tape
One of my favorite all purpose learning tools especially on the topics of attitude, customer service and making an impact is an obscure audiotape by bestselling author…… Read more “Duck Tape”
One Key Interviewing Strategy You Need to be Successful
One key strategy for succeeding in a job interview, whether you are an early career professional or an experienced candidate is this: When you make a claim…… Read more “One Key Interviewing Strategy You Need to be Successful”
Executive Talent Spotlight: Oz Griebel
1. Introduce yourself! My name is Oz Griebel, and I have worked in Connecticut for the past 26 years with the former Bank of Boston Connecticut, MacDermid…… Read more “Executive Talent Spotlight: Oz Griebel”
Tips for Turning an Internship into a Full-time Job
While it isn’t true in all cases, many companies use internships as a way of recruiting talent for full-time regular positions – a “try before you buy”…… Read more “Tips for Turning an Internship into a Full-time Job”
How to “Recession-Proof” Your Career
Today’s economy may not resemble the one of 2008 (or the 1930s), however, with tariffs and an unpredictable administration in office, it is safe to say that…… Read more “How to “Recession-Proof” Your Career”
Tips for Excelling at Your New Job
1. Take the time to document what you believe are your objectives/results expected. Share that document with your boss for a discussion to make sure expectations are…… Read more “Tips for Excelling at Your New Job”
One True Key to Success
I have to admit, I’ve always been skeptical of those pop psychology claims of the one thing you need to do to be successful. Most of those…… Read more “One True Key to Success”
