Archive for January, 2010

Job boards not the fastest route to your ideal job

Tuesday, January 26th, 2010

Tweetvaso link They say that more than ninety percent of well paying senior-level jobs are not posted on the Internet. On top of this, consider that the most popular Canadian job board boasts that they have over 3 million candidates. Realistically, how can you expect to be found in such a massive pool of job seekers? [...]

Outclass your competitors with a career portfolio

Wednesday, January 20th, 2010

Tweetvaso linkIf you are a senior-level professional, your career is rich with accomplishments, talents, and value. Don’t minimize your worth by trying to fit years of experience and expertise into a resume template. If you are trying to stand apart from your competition, don’t get caught up in resume writing rules, templates, and formulas that [...]

Thank you for your support – an open letter

Monday, January 18th, 2010

Tweetvaso linkDear Colleagues, I am honoured to be selected by the Canadian Career Development Foundation and their Board of Governors as a recipient of the prestigious Stu Conger Award for Leadership in Career Counselling and Career Development. This award is one of the most esteemed distinctions, recognizing individuals who display outstanding vision and leadership in [...]

Don’t miss out on your career in 2010

Sunday, January 17th, 2010

Tweetvaso link 2010 is an exciting year. Things are finally looking up. Yet, some professionals who are accustomed to making a salary over $100k are still finding it more difficult than ever to compete. But others are succeeding. Do you wonder what they are they doing differently? How are they finding jobs, advancing their career, and [...]

Appreciate the Power of Technology

Wednesday, January 13th, 2010

Tweetvaso linkThese days, the Internet impacts almost every facet of modern life. Technology innovation will not be slowing down anytime soon and you need to keep up. If you are targeting a senior-level position, the people you meet want to know that you are keeping current with developments in technology. It is likely that you [...]

Operate with integrity and get a first-rate 6-figure job

Wednesday, January 6th, 2010

Tweetvaso linkHappy New Year! This year, resolve to operate with integrity and get a first-rate 6-figure job in a high quality, ethical organization. Here are some steps that you can take to accomplish your New Year’s Resolution: Review and clean up your resume. Most reputable organizations do background checks, confirm dates with prior employers, and [...]