In this episode, we explore how understanding your core values is essential for aligning your career choices with your personal beliefs and passions. By defining your 3-5 most important values, you can use them as a filter to evaluate potential job opportunities and make decisions that truly resonate with you.

This strategy can also allow you to gain clarity, confidence, and direction as you navigate your career transition.

Our guest, Laura Nguyen, is a seasoned business strategist, advocate for workplace well-being, and author of the CAREER BREAK COMPASS: Navigating Your Path to a Balanced Life Through Intentional Time Off. The book is a compelling guide for those considering a career break to reinvigorate their productivity and boost their overall happiness. Laura’s insights will offer strategies and practical advice for intentional career pauses that enhance both personal and professional growth.

You may contact her at laura@lauranguyen.co. 

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

In this episode of The Career Transition Experts, we delve into a common concern for individuals on career breaks: the dreaded "resume gap" question. We discuss the importance of a confident and concise approach to addressing this query. 

Overexplaining can often hinder your chances, so it's crucial to focus on the positive aspects of your break. Highlight the skills and knowledge you've gained during this time, and express your readiness to contribute to a new role. By projecting confidence and avoiding unnecessary details, you can effectively navigate this interview hurdle and position yourself as a strong candidate.

Our guest, Laura Nguyen, is a seasoned business strategist, advocate for workplace well-being, and author of the CAREER BREAK COMPASS: Navigating Your Path to a Balanced Life Through Intentional Time Off. The book is a compelling guide for those considering a career break to reinvigorate their productivity and boost their overall happiness. Laura’s insights will offer strategies and practical advice for intentional career pauses that enhance both personal and professional growth.

You may contact her at laura@lauranguyen.co. 

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Tired of your job application disappearing into a black hole? This episode is for you! 

• Gain insights to bypass traditional job hunting and effectively research job descriptions so you target the right people and tailor your approach for maximum impact.
• Discover the power of personalized outreach and stand out from the crowd by sending customized messages to hiring managers, internal recruiters, and other decision-makers. 
• Ditch the generic cover letter and craft compelling emails that highlight your unique qualifications. 

Our guest, Jeremy Jenson, is the Founder & CEO of Encore Search Partners, a 40 person Direct Hire Recruiting firm headquartered in Houston that is focused on headhunting $100k+ salaried professionals, across a variety of industries Nationwide. He is also the host of a podcast called The Path to Success and is an expert at EOS, the Entrepreneurial Operating System.

You may contact him at jeremy.jenson@encoresearch.com. 

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Search consultant Liz Capants joins Jonathan Flaks to share tips on how to get an edge when looking for a job.  Find out:

• How to brand and market yourself in your job search
• A deep dive into making connections that generate results
• Why fundamental career advice is still important (e.g the squeaky wheel gets the job)

Liz Capants is a Search Consultant and a referral networking guru who provides career advisory services, curating and bringing people together for a win-win outcome. She’s the Founder and President of EBC Associates, a global search and consulting strategy firm based in New York. You may contact her at liz@ebcassociates.net.

Take the first step to gaining a competitive edge with your job search. Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist, featuring critical resume building strategies to turbocharge your job search.  

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

This episode of “The Career Transition Experts” features Liz Capants.  She shares advice and perspective for handling job rejections and discusses the biggest benefit of a wide professional network.

Liz Capants is a Search Consultant and a referral networking guru who provides career advisory services, curating and bringing people together for a win/win outcome. She’s the founder and president of EBC Associates, a global search and consulting strategy firm based in New York. You may contact her at liz@ebcassociates.net.

Avoid the frustration and confusion of finding the RIGHT job.  Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist, featuring critical resume building strategies to turbocharge your job search.  

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Search consultant Liz Capants shares game-changing tips to market yourself to recruiters along with methods to leverage PASSION and optimize your networking to help you advance in your career.

Liz Capants is a Search Consultant and a referral networking guru who provides career advisory services, curating and bringing people together for a win-win outcome. She’s the Founder and President of EBC Associates, a global search and consulting strategy firm based in New York. You may contact her at liz@ebcassociates.net.

To download your FREE Career Preparation Checklist, including important resume building strategies to optimize your job search, CLICK HERE. 

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Jonathan speaks with Paul Stefunek, VP of Sales and Edge2Edge.  They discuss the importance of planning, focus, and strategy when looking for an executive-level job.  The reality is that search consultants are not always focused on every candidate since their revenue comes from paying clients. This podcast reveals how to get the most out of your relationship with a recruiter, in addition to sharing important information to give you a head start in your job search.

Paul also shares tips that make job candidates stand out from the competition and some crucial questions that many recruiters fail to ask.

Paul Stefunek is a master builder of companies, teams, and people.  He’s an executive search professional and a sales leader, with over 25 years of driving transformational growth for global industry leaders and venture-backed startups across industries.  You can reach him at pstefunek@gmail.com. 

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Let me know if there’s anything I can do to help. Contact me at jonathan@jfcoach.com – always know I’m here for you.  Be sure to download your free Career Preparation Checklist, including important resume building strategies to optimize your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

It’s easy to hire a recruiter, but not so easy to make the most of the relationship.  Our guest, Paul Stefunek discusses sure-fire tips to make your relationship pay off!  He’ll discuss:

• The importance of keeping detailed notes.
• How crucial it is to make every conversation a 2-way conversation.
• Why offering to help a recruiter can be incredibly fruitful. 

Paul Stefunek is a master builder of companies, teams and people.  He’s an executive search professional and a sales leader, with over 25 years of driving transformational growth for global industry leaders and venture-backed startups across industries.

Download your free Career Preparation Checklist, including important resume building strategies to optimize your job search. You can reach him at pstefunek@gmail.com. 

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Paul Stefunek shares strategies to help you stand out in your job search.  Find out:

• What hiring managers are really looking for.
• Why it’s important to discuss the industries you’ve worked in.
• Determine which discipline you are selling
• Be ready to share your top talents.
• Understand the keywords that could easily help you be found by recruiters 

Paul Stefunek is a master builder of companies, teams, and people.  He’s an executive search professional and a sales leader, with over 25 years of driving transformational growth for global industry leaders and venture-backed startups across industries. You can reach him at pstefunek@gmail.com. 

Download your free Career Preparation Checklist, including important resume building strategies to optimize your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Preparing for interviews and following up can bring a significant impact on one's job search journey. Being unprepared is definitely a deal killer!

In this week's episode, Jonathan and executive search expert Mark Gambirasi discuss tips and best practices when it comes to working with a recruiting agency that will increase the likelihood of a strong offer for those who are looking for work. Mark also brings up an interesting angle on interview preparation!

Mark Gambirasi is the CEO and Founder of Andiamo! Group - a leading executive search firm for finding talent for disruptive technologies based in San Francisco Bay Area. He’s been in business for 19 years, placing Sales, Marketing, Product, and Engineering Talent in the US with venture/angel-backed technology start-ups and always in hyper-growth mode!  You can reach him at mark@andiamo-group.com.

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes!

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Career Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Following up with executive recruiters and participating actively on their preparations for you is very important. Don’t go radio silent even when a company goes dark on them or you!

In this week’s episode, Jonathan and executive search professional Mark Gambirasi discuss some vital insights on this subject matter.

Mark Gambirasi is the CEO and Founder of Andiamo! Group - a leading executive search firm for finding talent for disruptive technologies based in San Francisco Bay Area. He’s been in business for 19 years, placing Sales, Marketing, Product, and Engineering Talent in the US with venture/angel-backed technology start-ups and always in hyper-growth mode!  You can reach him at mark@andiamo-group.com.

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes including Mark Gambirasi’s full interview!

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Career Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

As an executive candidate, it’s essential to build a strong relationship with recruiters and allot a proper amount of time with them. They may definitely be willing to spend time and effort to give you the advantage on interviews and get your foot in the door quickly!

Mark Gambirasi has provided valuable insights about investing time in a client-recruiter relationship. Let’s hear what he has to say!

Mark Gambirasi is the CEO and Founder of Andiamo! Group - a leading executive search firm for finding talent for disruptive technologies based in San Francisco Bay Area. He’s been in business for 19 years, placing Sales, Marketing, Product, and Engineering Talent in the US with venture/angel-backed technology start-ups and always in hyper-growth mode!  You can reach him at mark@andiamo-group.com.

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes including Mark Gambirasi’s full interview!

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Career Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

In this week’s episode, Executive Coach and Career Catalyst Jonathan Flaks and Executive Search Specialist Alan Work, discuss the importance of listening and understanding when it comes to communicating with interviewers or hiring managers. During the conversation, making sure what you say is clear, concise, and complete is emphasized.

Alan presents a great example on how the enhancement of understanding can make an essential difference in career communication. Listen in to discover how you can properly express what you’re looking for and match it to a possible opportunity.

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Alan Work is a  brilliant player in the executive search business. Alan launched Work&Partners LLC in 2002, building on his then 20 plus years as a leader in the executive search business. Work&Partners LLC is a retained executive search firm serving the country’s top management consulting organizations, technology firms, and corporations. In focusing on the development of C-level teams, Alan has filled roles at the level of Managing Director, Partner, Vice President and President. His expertise spans a range of industries and includes deep knowledge of the management consulting, technology consulting, financial services and telecommunications sectors. You can reach him at ajw@workandpartners.com.

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Career Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Feeling lost in your job search? This episode's your roadmap to understanding how to be your best self so you can attract the best job for you!

Learn:

1. How to position yourself as a problem-solver with a clear value proposition for employers.
   
   
2. Job search blues got you down? We'll discuss smart ways to stay productive while you search, including creating a financial safety net. Plus, discover the power of a positive mindset - when you're happy, you attract the best opportunities!
   
   
3. Mastering the interview is key. This episode tackles the art of concise, impactful answers that showcase your personality. We'll also explore powerful questions to ask employers and the art of crafting a thoughtful thank-you note.

Remember, every experience is a learning opportunity. Use setbacks to refine your goals and land the job that truly fulfills you. Tune in and take control of your career journey!

Our guest, Emily Torraca, is a headhunter and CEO of Concierge Talent Services who takes a straightforward and personal approach. She likes to partner with her clients to act as an extension of their company. Emily enjoys getting to know her candidates and matching them with a role that fits their skillset AND lifestyle.

You may contact her at emily@conciergetalentservices.com . 

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

As a participant in a high-level interview, how do you make sure the conversation stays on track to the hiring manager’s important interest in culture? According to Executive Recruiter Alan Work, reinforcing and making sure you understood what and who you’re getting involved with is an essential element in this subject.

He also shares a specific example on this topic. Listen in to learn more!

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes including Alan Work’s full interview!

Alan Work is a  brilliant player in the executive search business. Alan launched Work&Partners LLC in 2002, building on his then 20 plus years as a leader in the executive search business. Work&Partners LLC is a retained executive search firm serving the country’s top management consulting organizations, technology firms, and corporations. In focusing on the development of C-level teams, Alan has filled roles at the level of Managing Director, Partner, Vice President and President. His expertise spans a range of industries and includes deep knowledge of the management consulting, technology consulting, financial services and telecommunications sectors. You can reach him at ajw@workandpartners.com.

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Career Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Answering interview questions and asking good questions as well, are vital in high-level leadership-oriented interviews. The questions you ask show how you think, why you do what you do, and what your motivations are.

In this week’s episode, Jonathan’s long-time friend who’s an Expert Executive Recruiter, Alan Work, brings some amazing insight regarding this subject.

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes including Alan Work’s full interview!

Alan Work is a  brilliant player in the executive search business. Alan launched Work&Partners LLC in 2002, building on his then 20 plus years as a leader in the executive search business. Work&Partners LLC is a retained executive search firm serving the country’s top management consulting organizations, technology firms, and corporations. In focusing on the development of C-level teams, Alan has filled roles at the level of Managing Director, Partner, Vice President, and President. His expertise spans a range of industries and includes deep knowledge of the management consulting, technology consulting, financial services, and telecommunications sectors. You can reach him at ajw@workandpartners.com.

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Career Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

The job market is on the rise again, but it’s now more competitive than ever - and now that the majority of interviews are virtual, you need a new set of skills to set yourself apart.

In this week’s episode, Jonathan and LT Ladino Bryson discuss strategies candidates can use to gain the skill sets they need and stand out with hiring managers.

Listen to discover how to:

• Tell your story succinctly, yet in an engaging, effective way
• Present yourself in a way that allows you to stand out
• How to compete in the current job market
• How to ensure that your interviewer will remember you long after the interview is over
• And much more!

LT Ladino Bryson, known to her clients and candidates as “The Employment Therapist”, a moniker given to her based on her empathetic yet straightforward approach in working with candidates, recruiters, and employers, is a sought-after spokesperson on employment issues and has been featured on national and local media.

She is also the CEO & Founder of vCandidates.com which is a platform that matches candidates with recruiters and hiring managers. It gives people a 9-step online self-paced learning module which is similar to a bootcamp. It helps people understand what they really want to do, how to build a resume, how to clean up your social media, and present yourself in a 3-dimensional body. Their mission is to change the way career transitions happen by creating a positive connection between technology and the human touch.  

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes!

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Nailing an interview doesn’t stop when the interview does; you need to take action to make sure the hiring manager remembers you. What can you do to show them you’re the right candidate for the job?

In this week’s episode, LT Ladino Bryson shares several insightful strategies to help you get your foot in the door and get the job you want. Listen in to hear more!

LT Ladino Bryson, known to her clients and candidates as “The Employment Therapist”, a moniker given to her based on her empathetic yet straightforward approach in working with candidates, recruiters, and employers, is a sought-after spokesperson on employment issues and has been featured on national and local media.

She is also the CEO & Founder of vCandidates.com which is a platform that matches candidates with recruiters and hiring managers. It gives people a 9-step online self-paced learning module which is similar to a bootcamp. It helps people understand what they really want to do, how to build a resume, how to clean up your social media, and present yourself in a 3-dimensional body. Their mission is to change the way career transitions happen by creating a positive connection between technology and the human touch.  

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes including LT Ladino Bryson’s full interview!

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Many interviews are done virtually now, and preparing for them takes a new set of skills. Recently, I had the opportunity to talk with LT Ladino Bryson, and she shared some fantastic strategies to help you nail your next virtual interview. Listen in to learn how to show the employers you interview with that you are ready for whatever they need!

LT Ladino Bryson, known to her clients and candidates as “The Employment Therapist”, a moniker given to her based on her empathetic yet straightforward approach in working with candidates, recruiters and employers, is a sought-after spokesperson on employment issues and has been featured on national and local media.

She is also the CEO & Founder of vCandidates.com which is a platform that matches candidates with recruiters and hiring managers. It gives people a 9-step online self-paced learning module which is similar to a bootcamp. It helps people understand what they really want to do, how to build a resume, how to clean up your social media, and present yourself in a 3-dimensional body. Their mission is to change the way career transitions happen by creating a positive connection between technology and the human touch.  

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes including LT Ladino Bryson’s full interview!

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

In this week’s episode, Jonathan and Military Transitioning Specialist Eric Horton discuss some of the unique challenges that veterans face when transitioning to civilian life - and what both veterans and companies can do to tackle those challenges and successfully take on leadership in a corporate role.

Eric offers great perspectives on how veterans can best prepare and position themselves for the corporate leadership role they truly want - and how companies can ensure that they are not just Vet Ready, but Vet Prepared. 

Listen in to discover the steps veterans can take to prepare for the challenges that transitioning to civilian life brings, as well as what companies can do to ensure that they hire the right veteran for the right job, the first time.

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Eric Horton is a Military Transitioning Specialist with over 20 years of military experience and over 85% success rate in coaching military veterans to transfer their skills from the military training to perform as leaders in a variety of industries. His previous military experience covered a multi dimensional array of strategies, logistics, tactical planning and process mapping to accomplish the mission. You can reach him at eric@transitionhacker.org.

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Veterans bring an incredible brand of leadership and perspective to a company; many organizations today want to hire veterans, but they often don’t understand the unique skills that are brought to the table. Because of this, vets may be placed in the wrong position, leading to a high turnover rate.

By taking the time to be Veteran Prepared - to understand the skills veterans bring and by making some simple culture changes - companies can find the right spot for vets the first time around. This allows for faster growth as well as time, money, and effort saved! Listen in to learn more!

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes including Eric Horton’s full interview!

Eric Horton is a Military Transitioning Specialist with over 20 years of military experience and over 85% success rate in coaching military veterans to transfer their skills from the military training to perform as leaders in a variety of industries. His previous military experience covered a multi-dimensional array of strategies, logistics, tactical planning, and process mapping to accomplish the mission. You can reach him at eric@transitionhacker.org

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Transitioning from a military career to the private sector carries a lot of challenges, both personally and professionally. Often, one of the more challenging professional aspects is understanding the difference between how a military leadership structure differs from that of a corporate environment.

In this week’s episode, Military Transitioning Expert Eric Horton brings some amazing insight into how he helps veterans make that transition successfully - and how they can bring their incredible leadership skills to top companies. This clip will give you a great preview!

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes including Eric Horton’s full interview!

Eric Horton is a Military Transitioning Specialist with over 20 years of military experience and over 85% success rate in coaching military veterans to transfer their skills from the military training to perform as leaders in a variety of industries. His previous military experience covered a multi-dimensional array of strategies, logistics, tactical planning, and process mapping to accomplish the mission. You can reach him at eric@transitionhacker.org

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

By now, it’s obvious that the job market has changed in significant ways. This was beginning to happen even before Covid, but the circumstances of the past year have cemented those changes.

One of the most significant aspects of this is the use of technology in the hiring process.

Pre-pandemic, statistics show that 75% of resumes were never reviewed by an actual human; now, this number may be even higher. It is becoming clear that networking, both online and in person, is a necessary part of advancing in your career and obtaining the roles you’ll love.

In this week’s episode, Jonathan and executive search professional Dawn Dzurilla discuss strategies and tips to help you stand out in your career transition! Listen in for tips on:

• Anticipating and navigating the hurdles presented by ATS systems, AI technology, and other electronic vetting systems
• Ways to truly add value in your networking relationships that will allow you to rise above the crowd
• How to position yourself as the best candidate for the leadership position you want
• and much more!

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Dawn Dzurilla is the Founder & Managing Partner of Gaia Human Capital Consultants.  

In 2007, she launched Gaia Human Capital Consultants which has become a nationally recognized and amongst the top 5 leading retained boutique executive search, talent acquisition, and talent management consulting practice focused on delivering senior-level and executive talent solutions to client partners in high-growth Technology, Impact & Sustainability Technology, Renewable & Clean Energy, Cleantech, Universities, Financial Institutions, IoT, SAAS, Wealth & Investment Management, Private Equity, Venture Capital investors, Corporates and non-profit organizations. 

For over 25 years, she has been an industry thought-leader, trusted talent partner with stakeholder CEO's, CXO’s, board members, and senior executives, adding significant strategic, operational, consultative, and executional value that delivers on best practice, scalable talent objectives, that attract and retain high-caliber diverse & inclusive senior-level and technical leadership talent.  

Dawn has also served as Director of Corporate Recruitment & Talent Acquisition and Senior Talent Partner for organizations both large and entrepreneurial, scaling the growth of companies.  Prior to Gaia Human Capital Consultants, Dawn Co-founded an Impact / Socially Responsible Investment Company and before that venture, she was a successful retained search consultant in the financial services and investment management field, including a 12-year relationship building the Institutional Banking division of Citigroup.

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Following up with networking contacts in a meaningful way can be a challenge. Breaking through the noise to stand out isn’t easy!

In this week’s episode, Jonathan and executive search professional Dawn Dzurilla discuss how to stand out in a positive way and add authentic value to your networking relationships.

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes including Dawn Dzurilla’s full interview!

Dawn Dzurilla is the Founder & Managing Partner of Gaia Human Capital Consultants.  

In 2007, she launched Gaia Human Capital Consultants which has become a nationally recognized and amongst the top 5 leading retained boutique executive search, talent acquisition, and talent management consulting practice focused on delivering senior-level and executive talent solutions to client partners in high-growth Technology, Impact & Sustainability Technology, Renewable & Clean Energy, Cleantech, Universities, Financial Institutions, IoT, SAAS, Wealth & Investment Management, Private Equity, Venture Capital investors, Corporates and non-profit organizations. 

For over 25 years, she has been an industry thought-leader, trusted talent partner with stakeholder CEO's, CXO’s, board members, and senior executives, adding significant strategic, operational, consultative, and executional value that delivers on best practice, scalable talent objectives, that attract and retain high-caliber diverse & inclusive senior-level and technical leadership talent.  

Dawn has also served as Director of Corporate Recruitment & Talent Acquisition and Senior Talent Partner for organizations both large and entrepreneurial, scaling the growth of companies.  Prior to Gaia Human Capital Consultants, Dawn Co-founded an Impact / Socially Responsible Investment Company and before that venture, she was a successful retained search consultant in the financial services and investment management field, including a 12-year relationship building the Institutional Banking division of Citigroup.

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

We all want to show our personality, but who wants to ramble? 

This episode tackles the real struggle during job interviews: how to be yourself while keeping your answers short and sweet. Learn how to highlight your strengths and leave a good impression without going off on tangents. We'll cover communication tips to get your point across clearly, even when the clock's ticking. Nail the interview and land that dream job!

Our guest, Emily Torraca, is a headhunter and CEO of Concierge Talent Services who takes a straightforward and personal approach. She likes to partner with her clients to act as an extension of their company. Emily enjoys getting to know her candidates and matching them with a role that fits their skillset AND lifestyle.

You may contact her at emily@conciergetalentservices.com . 

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Things are changing in the job market - and technology is being used more and more to keep up with those changes! How can you position yourself to stand out when part of the vetting process is done by a computer system?

Join Jonathan and executive search professional Dawn Dzurilla as they discuss how to navigate the current job search process to get your foot in the door quickly!

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes including Dawn Dzurilla’s full interview!

Dawn Dzurilla is the Founder & Managing Partner of Gaia Human Capital Consultants.  

In 2007, she launched Gaia Human Capital Consultants which has become a nationally recognized and amongst the top 5 leading retained boutique executive search, talent acquisition, and talent management consulting practice focused on delivering senior-level and executive talent solutions to client partners in high-growth Technology, Impact & Sustainability Technology, Renewable & Clean Energy, Cleantech, Universities, Financial Institutions, IoT, SAAS, Wealth & Investment Management, Private Equity, Venture Capital investors, Corporates and non-profit organizations. 

For over 25 years, she has been an industry thought-leader, trusted talent partner with stakeholder CEO's, CXO’s, board members, and senior executives, adding significant strategic, operational, consultative, and executional value that delivers on best practice, scalable talent objectives, that attract and retain high-caliber diverse & inclusive senior-level and technical leadership talent.  

Dawn has also served as Director of Corporate Recruitment & Talent Acquisition and Senior Talent Partner for organizations both large and entrepreneurial, scaling the growth of companies.  Prior to Gaia Human Capital Consultants, Dawn Co-founded an Impact / Socially Responsible Investment Company and before that venture, she was a successful retained search consultant in the financial services and investment management field, including a 12-year relationship building the Institutional Banking division of Citigroup.

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

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The job market has changed dramatically in the past year - but so has the process for finding a new job. It’s essential to take advantage of the new tactics.

On today’s episode, sales recruiting expert Jamie Schorr joins Jonathan to discuss these new processes as well as several actionable strategies to help you find success in your career transition!

Jamie will also share how important it is to partner with a recruiter or recruiting company and how proper marketing can help you get ahead in your career!

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Jamie Schorr has been a Headhunter for top Sales Leadership Talents for 20 years from Cleveland Ohio. He is the President of Cezanne Recruiting LLC, a company that specializes in being a top resource for hiring and job-seeking needs of various companies. You can reach him at jschorr@cezres.com.

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Everyone has advice on resumes. But we are lucky to have our guest, Executive recruiter Jamie Schorr on the show! Jamie shares his specific insights on what to include - and what to leave out. He will also emphasize the importance of showing the “how-you-did” rather than “what-you-did” on a professional resume.

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes including Jamie Schorr’s full interview!

Jamie Schorr has been a Headhunter for top Sales Leadership Talents for 20 years from Cleveland Ohio. He is the President of Cezanne Recruiting LLC, a company that specializes in being a top resource for hiring and job-seeking needs of various companies. You can reach him at jschorr@cezres.com.

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Many people use LinkedIn to help find their next executive leadership role, but most fail to use it correctly. Recently, executive recruiter Jamie Schorr joined us today to share some really interesting and actionable insights on how to use the profile correctly as well as how to dig deeper in officially using LinkedIn to make connections.

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes including Jamie Schorr’s full interview!

Jamie Schorr has been a Headhunter for top Sales Leadership Talents for 20 years from Cleveland Ohio. He is the President of Cezanne Recruiting LLC, a company that specializes in being a top resource for hiring and job-seeking needs of various companies. You can reach him at jschorr@cezres.com.

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Join Jonathan and recruiting expert Nick Malefyt as they discuss strategies to optimize your resume, LinkedIn profile, and online activity to take control of your job search! You will learn actionable tips and actions you can take now to get your foot in the door and advance your career.

You will also learn valuable tips about what not to do in order to set yourself apart!

Nick, as a martial artist, also shares how the tenets of his system apply to helping you get ahead in your career and in life!

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Nick Malefyt is the Director of Professional Staffing for Patel Consultants Corporation, a leading provider of Information Technology staffing services. He brings over 25 years of experience as a recruiter and staffing specialist to the table. Nick is also the owner and master instructor at a TaeKwonDo school in New Jersey.

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This week, I'm excited to talk with my friend, Gary Ireland. Gary is an attorney specializing in employment law, and he has some incredible insights to help you make the most of your career. This is an important topic for leaders at any stage of their career, including leaders who are in the midst of a career transition.

Gary will cover important items, ranging from understanding and managing the expectations of your role from the beginning and communicating well with your colleagues to strategic evaluations and more.

He and Jonathan also discuss how to effectively negotiate offers to ensure that you not only get a competitive compensation package, but also that both you and the company are clear on goals and expectations.

In addition, Gary offers some excellent insight on how to handle workplace issues such as office politics, personality clashes, and other problems that may arise. Both he and Jonathan offer tips and strategies to help you navigate these issues.

Gary and Jonathan then offer perspective on the benefit of a great coach in managing your career, as well as choosing a role that aligns with your needs, values and what you truly love to do.

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Gary Ireland is an Employment Lawyer and principal of Law Offices of Gary E. Ireland. You can reach him at gary@irelandlaw.net. You can also find him online at https://www.irelandlaw.net/ or on LinkedIn.

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Ken Adkins joins us for today's episode! Ken is a headhunter with 47 years of experience working with top companies in the fashion industry; he has a lot of great insights to help you prepare for your successful career transition. You won't want to miss this episode!

Ken offers strategies to help you prepare for the whole process, including your interview. He'll help you present yourself in a confident, clear way - and to deal with both the positive and negative aspects of your professional history. He also gives strategies to help you convey your leadership style, team building philosophy, and experience in a convincing, articulate manner.

He also offers excellent insights regarding some of the current shifts in the business world that have been accelerated by Covid-19 - and he gives essential tips as to how to keep up with them. This includes the current shift to team members at all levels (including executives) working remotely.

There are a lot of opportunities opening up in many industries right now, but with companies pivoting, candidates will often have to present themselves a bit differently than in the past. Ken and Jonathan offer tips to help you set yourself apart - even if you have negative aspects in your work history that you'd rather not focus on.

Ken also has some great "what not to do" stories to share!

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes!

Ken Adkins is the owner of Adkins & Associates Ltd., a headhunting firm that handles management to C-Suite searches for the fashion industry. You can find Ken on LinkedIn or email him at kadkins@adkinsassociates.com.

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I often ask my guests, "What's the dumbest thing you've seen smart people do?"

I ask this for a reason - so that you can learn from others' mistakes and position yourself as the one best candidate for a job you'll love.

In my recent conversation with Ken Adkins, he shared some incredibly interesting stories along with amazing insights to equip you in your career transition.

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes, including Ken's full interview!

Ken Adkins is the owner of Adkins & Associates Ltd., a headhunting firm that handles management to C-Suite searches for the fashion industry. You can find Ken on LinkedIn or email him at kadkins@adkinsassociates.com.

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Preparing for interviews can be more challenging than many would like it to be.

Recently, I had the opportunity to talk with Ken Adkins, a headhunter with 47 years of experience. He has a lot of incredible insights to share, including tips for disclosing any not-so-positive parts of your job history in an interview.

In this episode, he'll help you navigate that situation. You won't want to miss this one!

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes, including Ken's full interview.

Ken Adkins is the owner of Adkins & Associates Ltd., a headhunting firm that handles management to C-Suite searches for the fashion industry. You can find Ken on LinkedIn or email him at kadkins@adkinsassociates.com.

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Search professional Candice Zaniewski is the founder of a specialty recruiting firm that works with companies in several industries, many of which have stayed active or even grown during the changes brought on by Covid-19. Some of these industries include architecture, engineering and manufacturing. She is also active in placing strong candidates in pharmaceutical companies, sales, and other leadership roles.

As a recruiter, Candice is passionate about making sure each stage of the hiring process runs smoothly; however, she stresses the importance of making sure the beginning steps are completed strategically and proactively, as this will often cause the rest of the process to be much easier.

Join Jonathan and Candice as they discuss:

• The best way to advocate for yourself throughout the hiring process
• How to network effectively without being "salesy"
• Their favorite personality assessments to help candidates pinpoint their strengths and communicate with networking contacts, recruiters and decision makers
• How to work and communicate with your recruiter in a way that equips them to advocate for you
• The importance of following through, credibility and overcommunication in your career transition

You'll also learn how to navigate situations that can make a huge difference in your job search (including how to effectively discuss and negotiate compensation) and learn strategies for positioning yourself well in the post-Covid job market.

You can find the assessments Candice and Jonathan discussed, as well as an additional assessment, at the following links:
Strengthsfinders
DISC
JPEA
BANKCode

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Candice Zaniewski is the founder of Tailored Talent, a Talent Acquisition firm that specializes in building strong relationships and tailoring recruitment services for a variety of firms. You can find out more about Candice on LinkedIn as well as at ttalent.com.

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Struggling to ace job interviews? In this episode of “The Career Transition Experts”, we go behind the curtain to reveal what employers REALLY want and what they truly look for in a candidate.

Forget just fitting the mold - learn how to position yourself as a solution-oriented game-changer. Discover how to showcase your "purpose" and highlight your ability to deliver tangible results.  

Our guest, Emily Torraca, is a headhunter and CEO of Concierge Talent Services who takes a straightforward and personal approach. She likes to partner with her clients to act as an extension of their company. Emily enjoys getting to know her candidates and matching them with a role that fits their skillset AND lifestyle.

You may contact her at emily@conciergetalentservices.com . 

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

I get many questions from my clients regarding communication throughout the career transition process.

• What is the right amount of communication, with both my recruiter and hiring parties?
• Will communicating too much become annoying?
• What amount of communication should I expect from my recruiter or a company I've interviewed with?

I recently spoke with veteran search professional Candice Zaniewski about these questions and more, and she gave some very insightful answers. You'll find those in this episode, and much more in her full interview this week!

Candice Zaniewski is the founder of Tailored Talent, a Talent Acquisition firm that specializes in building strong relationships and tailoring recruitment services for a variety of firms. You can find out more about Candice on LinkedIn as well as at ttalent.com.

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

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Every stage of your career transition is important, as each needs to work together to bring the results you want. Recently, I asked veteran search professional Candice Zaniewski which stage she recommends putting the most focus on.

This is a tough question, and she gave a great answer! In this episode, you'll learn how to advocate for yourself from the start in order to build a great foundation for a smooth and successful career transition.

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes!

Candice Zaniewski is the founder of Tailored Talent, a Talent Acquisition firm that specializes in building strong relationships and tailoring recruitment services for a variety of firms. You can find out more about Candice on LinkedIn as well as at ttalent.com.

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I'm excited to have Bob Burg, co-author of The Go-Giver, on The Career Transition Experts!

In this episode, Bob shares a wealth of information and some incredible strategies to help you approach your networking efforts with an "interpreneurial" mindset. Leaders in the corporate world need to use many of the same strategies that entrepreneurs use to build their networks; they just approach them a bit differently.

Candidates often tend to approach their networking efforts with an end goal in mind - a job. While this makes sense, it also significantly limits their networking ability.

Instead, Bob teaches leaders how to approach networking with a mindset of giving immense value - of somehow making your contacts' lives better. By shifting your focus to a "Go-Give" attitude, you can set yourself apart and become someone that your networking contacts want to help.

Join Bob and Jonathan as they discuss these strategies and how they apply to your job search and career advancement. You'll learn how to influence others and learn how to attract others to yourself and your ideas by aligning your message with their needs.

You'll also learn how to ask the right questions in order to find out how to learn what those needs are, equipping you to quickly build rapport and bring your networking relationships to a higher level.

By applying Bob's advice - by approaching networking with an intention to serve and give immense value to others - you'll likely notice that your own professional goals are easier to reach as well.

You'll find this and much more in this episode! Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss upcoming content.

Bob Burg shares how a subtle shift in focus in not only a more uplifting and fulfilling way of conducting business but the most financially profitable way, as well. For 30 years he’s helped companies, sales leaders, and their teams to more effectively communicate their value, sell at higher prices with less resistance, and grow their businesses based on Endless Referrals. He is also the co-author of The Go-Giver, which has sold over 950,000 copies. You can learn more about Bob and find his incredible resources at burg.com.

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Entrepreneurs build their businesses by serving and offering immense value to others. It's how they expand their network, retain valuable customers, and scale.

However, they're not the only ones that can use this technique.

As a leader within a business, you can also grow and advance your career by approaching it with an entrepreneurial - or "intrepreneurial" - mindset. As Bob Burg shares, if approach your job with the goal of giving immense value to your company, colleagues, and those you lead (as well as your clients or customers), it stands to reason that you will find it much easier to advance in your career.

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes, including Bob's full interview!

Bob Burg shares how a subtle shift in focus in not only a more uplifting and fulfilling way of conducting business but the most financially profitable way, as well. For 30 years he’s helped companies, sales leaders, and their teams to more effectively communicate their value, sell at higher prices with less resistance, and grow their businesses based on Endless Referrals. He is also the co-author of The Go-Giver, which has sold over 950,000 copies. You can learn more about Bob and find his incredible resources at burg.com.

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Even if you're not an entrepreneur yourself, it's beneficial to approach your networking activities as if you were. This can be called an "intrepreneurial" approach - networking as an entrepreneur, but within a corporate setting.

Your "customers" as an intrepreneur includes your hiring parties, your networking contacts, your colleagues and the people you lead, among others. These are people you, as a leader, want to consistently provide immense value to.

Bob Burg, an award-winning speaker and author, explains how this mindset shift works.

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes, including Bob's full interview!

Bob Burg shares how a subtle shift in focus in not only a more uplifting and fulfilling way of conducting business but the most financially profitable way, as well. For 30 years he’s helped companies, sales leaders, and their teams to more effectively communicate their value, sell at higher prices with less resistance, and grow their businesses based on Endless Referrals. He is also the co-author of The Go-Giver, which has sold over 950,000 copies. You can learn more about Bob and find his incredible resources at burg.com.

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

In order to position yourself as the top candidate for the job you'll love, you need be able to show that you are the person they need - that you can solve the key problems, that you've done your research, and that you'll fit well into the company culture.

When you only have an hour or so to position yourself during an interview, it pays to be prepared.

In today's episode, Jonathan and veteran search professional Anthony Caputi discuss the importance of finding the right candidate for the role - and how to position yourself as that top candidate. Anthony shares both actionable strategies and examples to equip you to put those strategies to work for you.

You'll learn which questions to ask in your interview, when and how to ask them, and why. In addition, you'll discover new ways to approach your interview preparation and articulate your value proposition to a prospective employer.

Anthony also shares about how to keep a good balance during your interview - how to be give a solid presentation without making it "all about you" - as well as how to make sure that you have a solid understanding of the company's expectations of you early on.

In addition, Anthony shares several questions you should consider and prepare answers for prior to any interview:
1. Why have you chosen a career in __________ field?
2. In what areas of that field would you say you're an expert?
3. In what areas of that field would you like mentorship or training?
4. In what area of this field do you prefer to be less involved?
5. What made the best manager you ever had the best manager you ever had?
6. What made the worst manager you ever had the worst manager you ever had?
7. Looking back, 5 years from now, what would you like to have achieved?
8. How many managers have you reported to in the last 5 years, and what were their strengths and weaknesses as managers?
9. In your past 3 roles, what specifically were you hired or tasked to deliver? (Be specific!)
10. What were specific victories and challenges that you faced, and how did you approach and handle them?
11. Tell me about a time when you fell short, and what did you learn from this experience?
12. Where have others helped you be more successful?
13. How have you helped others be more successful?

You'll find these insights and more in this episode.

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Anthony Caputi is the Managing Director at Ezekiel Global Executive Search, a company based in Charlotte, North Carolina that specializes in working with US and European entrepreneurial and growth-stage businesses. You can find Anthony on LinkedIn and at EzekielGlobal.com.

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

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Interview preparation is key, but often, candidates stop at learning about the company they're interviewing for and preparing their job experience.

As veteran search professional Anthony Caputi shares, it is also essential to anticipate and plan answers to the right questions during your interview in order to set yourself apart as the top candidate.

Anthony shares some of these questions in this episode. Stay tuned for his full episode, releasing soon, in which he'll share many more.

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss upcoming episodes!

Anthony Caputi is the Managing Director at Ezekiel Global Executive Search, a company based in Charlotte, North Carolina that specializes in working with US and European entrepreneurial and growth-stage businesses. You can find Anthony on LinkedIn and at EzekielGlobal.com.

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In the midst of the current pandemic and with a look toward the future post-pandemic “new normal,” as cliché as that may sound, it’s likely that nothing is going to go completely back to normal. That’s the bad news.

There is good news, though! With so many businesses in the process of pivoting and change, it’s a great time to set a new trajectory in your career. Whether you have found yourself laid off or are seeing everyone around you losing hope, now is the time to design an enjoyable, productive, and fulfilling future.

To do that effectively, you must avoid the 5 common pitfalls that could derail a successful transition.

Find out how to position yourself for the job you want - and what pitfalls to avoid.

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss upcoming episodes!

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

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We all know that basic interview preparation is essential, but if you want to position yourself as the top candidate, this prep needs to go beyond planning out how to articulate your experience and value proposition.

In order to set yourself apart, you need to be able to find out (through research and asking the right questions) what problems the company is actually trying to solve. You may have the right background, a great skill set and a personality that will fit well into the company's culture, but if you can't solve the problem at hand, it's likely you'll be passed over.

Listen as veteran search professional Anthony Caputi explains how to make sure you're asking the right questions and positioning yourself well.

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss upcoming episodes, including our full interview with Anthony!

Anthony Caputi is the Managing Director at Ezekiel Global Executive Search, a company based in Charlotte, North Carolina that specializes in working with US and European entrepreneurial and growth-stage businesses. You can find Anthony on LinkedIn and at EzekielGlobal.com.

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Navigating a job search can be stressful, but there are ways to shift your mindset and stay ahead of the game. In this episode, Jonathan shares three important strategies to help you develop and maintain a proactive mindset.

Cultivating a proactive mindset will help you in many ways. Not only will it help you stay positive, but it will also give you a distinct advantage in developing a clear, organized career transition strategy.

As you plan and act proactively, you'll also find that others will be impressed by your confidence and clarity of purpose. This can lead to some amazing victories and opportunities.

Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss our upcoming episodes!

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

In this episode, we tackle the REALITY of project management - it's EVERYWHERE, even if you don't have the fancy title. 

Learn:

• Top Industries: Discover the booming fields where the PMP is your golden ticket.
• Obstacles Demystified: We shed light on application hurdles, study struggles, and exam anxieties.
• Solutions Unleashed: Get actionable tips to smash through challenges and ace the PMP exam.
• Project Management Power: Understand why project management skills are crucial, even outside the PMP realm.
• Time Management Mastery: Discover how effective project management keeps everything on track, no matter the project.
• The Power of WHY: Uncover the driving force behind your career goals and fuel your journey to success.

Our guest, Tamara McLemore, is the founder of Tamara McLemore Enterprises, an executive consultant, certified Project Management Professional (PMP) Instructor, and a sought after award-winning speaker. Her expertise lies in coaching mid-career professional women, empowering them with the necessary skills, confidence, and language to obtain their PMP Certification and secure significant career advancements. You may contact her at Tamara@iwantmypmp.com. 

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Ten years ago, Marty Gilbert founded NSENG (NorthShore Executive Networking Group) in the Chicago area with five leaders who were looking for jobs. They brainstormed, networked, and collaborated to help each other along their career paths. 

Today, NSENG is the area's largest job search network with over 6,500 members. This group is growing quickly and has been very successful in helping its members find positions that fit them well, with approximately 10 members being hired each week - even in the midst of the upset caused by Covid-19. In this episode, Marty shares several strategies and insights to help leaders across the country find and land the jobs they'll love.

Some of these strategies include:

• How to be proactive in your leadership job search
• The foundations of a successful career transition in today's market
• The importance of being bold in your networking and search efforts
• The What the Hell Approach (TM) to a leadership job search
• How to approach your job search with a marketing mindset
• How to get your foot in the door the ATS system rejects your application
• Effective ways to tap into the hidden job market
• and far more!

Learn how to put together a robust strategy, including developing a targeted company list and marketing campaign to market yourself well to prospective employers. In addition, Marty shares how to use this list and proactive strategies to put yourself in front on decision makers in ways that are likely to get your foot in the door.

In addition, Marty shares how to write a cover letter that will quickly get you noticed by decision makers. This strategy includes using the job description in addition to your own research and experience to customize a cover letter that will set you apart.

Jonathan and Marty also share several additional tips and strategies including:

• The importance of framing your past experiences positively
• Tips for optimizing your resume and LinkedIn profile to position you for the jobs you want
• How to use the positive aspects of recent changes in the business world to your advantage

Marty Gilbert is the Founder, CEO, and Job Search Coach of NSENG (NorthShore Executive Networking Group) in the Chicago area. For over 30 years, Marty was a senior level leader in marketing, sales, and product development for technology firms; for the past decade, he has led 6,500+ leaders and executives through their successful career transitions. You can learn more about Marty and the resources he has to offer at nsenginc.com.

NSENG offers many valuable training webinars and other resources for leaders in a career transition. You can find and register for these at https://nsenginc.com/webinars/.

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

I often ask my podcast guests about mistakes or poor choices they've seen candidates or hiring managers make. This isn't to point out the people who make the errors, but to help my listeners learn from the mistakes of others.

In this episode, NSENG founder Marty Gilbert explains the importance of not speaking negatively about your past, even about things that may not have been very positive. This can be challenging to do, but Marty offers actionable tips and strategies to help you do so - as well as the reasons a positive framework will give you an advantage.

Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss this week's episodes, including a full-length episode with Marty Gilbert!

Marty Gilbert is the Founder, CEO, and Job Search Coach of NSENG (NorthShore Executive Networking Group) in the Chicago area. For over 30 years, Marty was a senior level leader in marketing, sales, and product development for technology firms; for the past decade, he has led 6,500+ leaders and executives through their successful career transitions. You can learn more about Marty and the resources he has to offer at nsenginc.com.

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

Competition in the job market is tough, now more than ever. In order to land the job you want, you have to be willing to do what the majority of your competition won't.

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) are often considered the "gateway" to getting your foot in the door, but there are times that the algorithm can weed out the best candidates. When you proactively treat your job search like a marketing campaign, you open new avenues to reach decision makers and position yourself for a role that best fits you.

The "What the Hell" approach, designed by Marty Gilbert, is designed to help leaders apply a marketing mindset to their job search. In this episode, Marty explains his approach and how it's helping leaders in many different industries break through the red tape and get hired.

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Marty Gilbert is the Founder, CEO, and Job Search Coach of NSENG (NorthShore Executive Networking Group) in the Chicago area. For over 30 years, Marty was a senior level leader in marketing, sales, and product development for technology firms; for the past decade, he has led 6,500+ leaders and executives through their successful career transitions. You can learn more about Marty and the resources he has to offer at nsenginc.com.

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