Modernize Your Executive Job Search

The book begins with a 6-week accelerated job search plan comprising actionable steps that are rated according to ROI (return on investment) and provide an easy-to-follow blueprint for getting maximum results in minimum time. Key topics include working with retained search firms, VC/PE considerations, powerful networking strategies, targeted search plans, interview preparation and performance, responses to posted openings, social media optimization, differentiated follow-up approaches, and much more. Later sections provide to-the-point advice and examples for writing powerful executive resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and other career documents. A separate chapter addresses specific challenges often faced by executive job seekers and provides expert recommendations for overcoming hurdles that might easily derail the search or cause ongoing issues and delays. A key section of the book contains 10+ case studies of successful executive job searches—along with all of the documents that these executives used to move on and move up in their careers. In addition to documents written by the authors, the book features contributions from a select group of credentialed, highly experienced writers who specialize in working with senior executives. is sharply focused and to the point. It tells executive job seekers everything they need to know and do—from identifying a goal to creating and executing a plan to landing a top position.