Executive Job Search Secrets

Executive Job Search Secrets Podcast: What to do when You are Overqualified for a Job ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 ========================================­==== SUBSCRIBE TO THE EXECUTIVE JOB SEARCH SECRETS PODCAST: Click this link to subscribe to the Executive Job Search Secrets Podcast: https://c-suitenetwork.com/radio/shows/executive-job-search-secrets/ Listen on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-executive-job-search-secre-45803151/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/executive-job-search-secrets/id1464632860 =========================================== https://www.CareerNextAgency.com https://www.ExecutiveJobSearchSecrets.com ========================================­==== We speak to job seekers every week who are worried about coming across as over qualified for a position. In this video, Chris and Norbert discuss how to handle it when you fee you are coming across as over qualified. ========================================­====== Chris Kirkpatrick www.CareerNextAgency.com Facebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency https://youtu.be/F8zkxCfqs_s Executive Job Search Secrets Podcast: What to do when You are Overqualified for a Job Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Execuitve Job Search Secrets Podcast: Should You go to Medical Sales College or get a Job ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 ========================================­==== SUBSCRIBE TO THE EXECUTIVE JOB SEARCH SECRETS PODCAST: Click this link to subscribe to the Executive Job Search Secrets Podcast: https://c-suitenetwork.com/radio/shows/executive-job-search-secrets/ Listen on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-executive-job-search-secre-45803151/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/executive-job-search-secrets/id1464632860 =========================================== https://www.CareerNextAgency.com ========================================­==== Many top sales performers are interested in breaking into the medical sales industry. There are many different strategies and philosophies as to the most predictable path into the industry. In this video, Norbert breaks down a couple paths to break into medical device sales along with breaking down if you should consider a third party training organization like Medical Sales College or not. ========================================­====== Chris Kirkpatrick www.CareerNextAgency.com Facebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency https://youtu.be/CqTnuqXO_gQ Execuitve Job Search Secrets Podcast: Should You go to Medical Sales College or get a Job Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to get into Medical Sales ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 Watch the YouTube video of the Podcast here: https://youtu.be/WK8pReAW4GY =========================================== https://www.ExecutiveJobSearchSecrets.com https://www.CareerNextAgency.com ========================================­==== While there are many areas to focus on with your job search, these are three things that will have the most significant impact in helping you stand out amongst your peers.   ========================================­====== Job search resources: Executive Job Search Secrets Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/173483370X/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_9d84EbW813GNY High Performance Planner: https://amzn.to/2lDgm6j Chris Kirkpatrick www.CareerNextAgency.com Facebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Art of the Interview ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 =========================================== https://www.ExecutiveJobSearchSecrets.com https://www.CareerNextAgency.com ========================================­==== Chris and Norbert discuss the nuances that you need to focus on to stand out during the interview process. ========================================­====== Job search resources: Executive Job Search Secrets Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/173483370X/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_9d84EbW813GNY High Performance Planner: https://amzn.to/2lDgm6j Chris Kirkpatrick www.CareerNextAgency.com Facebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Executive Job Search Secrets Podcast: The Public Domain vs Hidden Job Market ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 ========================================­==== SUBSCRIBE TO THE EXECUTIVE JOB SEARCH SECRETS PODCAST: Click this link to subscribe to the Executive Job Search Secrets Podcast: https://c-suitenetwork.com/radio/shows/executive-job-search-secrets/ Listen on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-executive-job-search-secre-45803151/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/executive-job-search-secrets/id1464632860 =========================================== https://www.CareerNextAgency.com https://www.ExecutiveJobSearchSecrets.com ========================================­==== Many people are confused by the public job market vs the hidden job market. ========================================­====== Chris Kirkpatrick www.CareerNextAgency.com Facebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency https://youtu.be/SZaBIwcOfyU Executive Job Search Secrets Podcast: The Public Domain vs Hidden Job Market Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Intersection Between Passion & Effort ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 =========================================== https://www.ExecutiveJobSearchSecrets.com https://www.CareerNextAgency.com https://www.CareerAcceleratorClub.com ========================================­==== Your ability to sell yourself is the most important element to job search success. It's impossible to do that without authentic confidence. ========================================­====== Job search resources: Executive Job Search Secrets Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/173483370X/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_9d84EbW813GNY High Performance Planner: https://amzn.to/2lDgm6j Chris Kirkpatrick www.CareerNextAgency.com Facebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Importance of Confidence in Your Job Search ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 =========================================== https://www.ExecutiveJobSearchSecrets.com https://www.CareerNextAgency.com https://www.CareerAcceleratorClub.com ========================================­==== Your ability to sell yourself is the most important element to job search success. It's impossible to do that without authentic confidence. ========================================­====== Job search resources: Executive Job Search Secrets Book:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/173483370X/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_9d84EbW813GNY High Performance Planner: https://amzn.to/2lDgm6j Chris Kirkpatrick www.CareerNextAgency.com Facebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is Your DISC? How Knowing Will Help Find Your Ideal Job ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 =========================================== https://www.ExecutiveJobSearchSecrets.com https://www.CareerNextAgency.com https://CareerAcceleratorClub.com ========================================­==== Communication is essential when it comes to you being able to land your ideal position. Effective communication will elevate influence, which will lead to better results in EVERY circumstance possible. If you have clarity about what your DISC personality assessment is, you can quickly make an educated assessment of those you are engaging with and learn how to communicate more effectively based on your personality types. ========================================­====== Job search resources: Executive Job Search Secrets Book:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/173483370X/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_9d84EbW813GNY High Performance Planner: https://amzn.to/2lDgm6j Chris Kirkpatrick www.CareerNextAgency.com Facebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have You Lost HOPE in Your Job Search? ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 =========================================== https://www.ExecutiveJobSearchSecrets.com https://www.CareerNextAgency.com ========================================­==== While there are many areas to focus on with your job search, these are three things that will have the most significant impact in helping you stand out amongst your peers.   ========================================­====== Job search resources: Executive Job Search Secrets Book:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/173483370X/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_9d84EbW813GNY High Performance Planner: https://amzn.to/2lDgm6j Chris Kirkpatrick www.CareerNextAgency.com Facebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why You Need LinkedIn Now More Than Ever ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 =========================================== https://www.ExecutiveJobSearchSecrets.com https://www.CareerNextAgency.com ========================================­==== The need for LinkedIn has gone up exponentially over the past several months. The world is going virtual and even people who were uncomfortable with LinkedIn are now using it. If you are not using LinkedIn proactively, you are essentially committing professional suicide. ========================================­====== Job search resources: Executive Job Search Secrets Book:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/173483370X/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_9d84EbW813GNY High Performance Planner: https://amzn.to/2lDgm6j Chris Kirkpatrick www.CareerNextAgency.com Facebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do You Have "WHY POWER"? ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 =========================================== https://www.ExecutiveJobSearchSecrets.com https://www.CareerNextAgency.com ========================================­==== While there are many areas to focus on with your job search, these are three things that will have the most significant impact in helping you stand out among your peers.   ========================================­====== Job search resources: Executive Job Search Secrets Book:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/173483370X/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_9d84EbW813GNY High Performance Planner: https://amzn.to/2lDgm6j Chris Kirkpatrick www.CareerNextAgency.com Facebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dealing with Ageism in your job search ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 =========================================== https://www.ExecutiveJobSearchSecrets.com https://www.CareerNextAgency.com ========================================­==== In this episode, Chris discusses the main reasons ageism occurs and what you can do to counter it - and even potentially use it to your advantage. ========================================­====== Job search resources: High Performance Planner: https://amzn.to/2lDgm6j Chris Kirkpatrick www.CareerNextAgency.com Facebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Top 10 Reasons People Don't Do Well In A Job Interview ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 =========================================== https://www.CareerNextAgency.com ========================================­==== There are many factors that lead to success during a job interview. Some are obvious. Some, not so much. In this episode, Chris talks about the 10 most common reasons he sees people struggle during a job interview. ========================================­====== Job search resources: High Performance Planner: https://amzn.to/2lDgm6j Chris Kirkpatrick www.CareerNextAgency.com Facebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How To Make Your LinkedIn Profile Stand Out ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 =========================================== https://www.CareerNextAgency.com ========================================­==== LinkedIn is an amazingly powerful tool. You can use it to discover jobs. You can be discovered by recruiters. However, more importantly, it is the most effective way to differentiate yourself in the marketplace. In this episode, Chris talks about how you can make your LinkedIn profile stand out and why those concepts are so important. ========================================­====== Job search resources: High Performance Planner: https://amzn.to/2lDgm6j Chris Kirkpatrick www.CareerNextAgency.com Facebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's Your Origin Story? ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 =========================================== https://www.CareerNextAgency.com ========================================­==== Building your origin story is vital for successfully communicating your why to any organization. In this episode, Chris breaks down the process to help you figure out what to communicate and how to structure it during a networking conversation or a formal interview.  ========================================­====== Job search resources: High Performance Planner: https://amzn.to/2lDgm6j Chris Kirkpatrick www.CareerNextAgency.com Facebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Executive Job Search Secrets Podcast:  What To Do When Your Network Is Exhausted ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 ========================================­==== SUBSCRIBE TO THE EXECUTIVE JOB SEARCH SECRETS PODCAST: Click this link to subscribe to the Executive Job Search Secrets Podcast: https://c-suitenetwork.com/radio/shows/executive-job-search-secrets/ Listen on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-executive-job-search-secre-45803151/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/executive-job-search-secrets/id1464632860 =========================================== https://www.CareerNextAgency.com ========================================­==== In summary, follow this process: Start by making a list of the top 10 companies you would be EXCITED to work with.  Don’t worry about available positions.  Just think about the 10 companies you feel you would be able to add great value and would be excited to work with IF there was something available.  This will allow you to build a profile for your ideal company. Expand that list.  Do research to find all companies that you don’t know about.  This can be done with extensive LinkedIn and Google searches using the proper keywords and industry phrases.  However, the easiest way is to use their company code with the IRS.  You will find that if you make a list of 10 companies, most of them will share the same industry code with the IRS.  That’s why we use software to build out that list and find every company in the same or similar category.  It’s an invaluable tool. Build a working list of 20 companies (you can’t work more than 20 effectively at a time).  As you exhaust efforts on a company, replace it with the next company from your master list.  Connect with key decision makers at each company.  Once again, you can spend time researching each company to find key decision makers.  It is certainly worth the effort, but it is time consuming.  That’s why with our software, we not only give our clients company names, but also the names and contact information for key decision makers inside of each company. ========================================­====== Chris Kirkpatrick www.CareerNextAgency.com Facebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency https://youtu.be/kKziwC6m32s Executive Job Search Secrets Podcast:  What To Do When Your Network Is Exhausted Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Executive Job Search Secrets Podcast:  Know What You Are Selling ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 ========================================­==== SUBSCRIBE TO THE EXECUTIVE JOB SEARCH SECRETS PODCAST: Click this link to subscribe to the Executive Job Search Secrets Podcast: https://c-suitenetwork.com/radio/shows/executive-job-search-secrets/ Listen on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-executive-job-search-secre-45803151/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/executive-job-search-secrets/id1464632860 =========================================== https://www.CareerNextAgency.com ========================================­==== What are you as a multimillion-dollar “product” bringing to the table that will help you stand out to your targeted companies? Are you selling your ability to build a team? To double sales? To reign in costs? To reorganize and/or streamline a department, division, or company? To increase profits? To implement new technology? To open up locations or operations in new cities or countries? To develop and implement new strategic plans or direction? To create better communication and cooperation between divisions? To improve their core business? To expand into new markets? To create new product lines? Remember, ultimately what you are selling is your ability to solve a company’s problems—even the problems they don’t know they have. Come up with a list of three or four “core competencies” that you have successfully demonstrated and that you enjoy using. ========================================­====== Chris Kirkpatrick www.CareerNextAgency.com Facebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency https://youtu.be/bfcblGZ4aSE Executive Job Search Secrets Podcast:  Know What You Are Selling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Executive Job Search Secrets Podcast:  What Do you Need In Your Personal Branding Package? ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 ========================================­==== SUBSCRIBE TO THE EXECUTIVE JOB SEARCH SECRETS PODCAST: Click this link to subscribe to the Executive Job Search Secrets Podcast: https://c-suitenetwork.com/radio/shows/executive-job-search-secrets/ Listen on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-executive-job-search-secre-45803151/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/executive-job-search-secrets/id1464632860 =========================================== https://www.CareerNextAgency.com ========================================­==== In this video, Chris discusses the 5 things every executive job seeker needs to have in their personal branding package to stand out and land their ideal job. ========================================­====== Chris Kirkpatrick www.CareerNextAgency.com Facebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency https://youtu.be/bwrmE0Q_9QU Executive Job Search Secrets Podcast:  What Do you Need In Your Personal Branding Package? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How To Re-Enter An Industry ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 =========================================== https://www.CareerNextAgency.com ========================================­==== It is very common for people to leave in industry only to have a desire to return several years later.  In this episode Chris interviews Matt Baechle about his journey as a client to re-enter the medical technology industry after being away from it for 9 years!   Chris and Matt talk about the 3 most important things you need to focus on to make the transition easier. ========================================­====== Job search resources:High Performance Planner: https://amzn.to/2lDgm6j Chris Kirkpatrickwww.CareerNextAgency.comFacebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Building Your Brand on LinkedIn ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 =========================================== https://www.CareerNextAgency.com ========================================­==== LinkedIn can be one of the most impactful tools to be used with your job search.  It can also be a black hole that you waste your time with.  I always coach all of my clients to follow a process of: 1.  Be Known (connect with your target market) 2.  Be Liked (engage with your audience / network and cultivate relationships) 3.  Be Trusted (when you post content consistently that connects with people in your network, it builds trust in you and your expertise) 4.  Be Hired (you will never worry about where your next job will come from) If you leverage LinkedIn with this mindset, it will shift how you navigate your day to day activities and help you find your ideal job faster.  Sometimes it will take a little time to build traction, but it is worth it.  ========================================­====== Job search resources:High Performance Planner: https://amzn.to/2lDgm6j Chris Kirkpatrickwww.CareerNextAgency.comFacebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's Your Big Domino? ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 ========================================­==== SUBSCRIBE TO THE EXECUTIVE JOB SEARCH SECRETS PODCAST: Click this link to subscribe to the Executive Job Search Secrets Podcast:https://c-suitenetwork.com/radio/shows/executive-job-search-secrets/ Listen on iHeartRadio:https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-executive-job-search-secre-45803151/ iTunes:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/executive-job-search-secrets/id1464632860 =========================================== https://www.CareerNextAgency.com ========================================­==== Watch the YouTube Video:  https://youtu.be/ZOZt3ccVwbA ============================================ The idea of your big domino is a marketing and sales concept. When you are looking for a leadership position, it is your job to sell yourself as the best solution for a company.  In order to do that most effectively, you need to find their pain points, and build a bridge of understanding on how you can solve those pain points best.  Ultimately, the Big Domino is the ONE THING that you need to get them to believe or understand about you.  Get them to buy into or believe your Big Domino and they will feel like they have no choice but to hire you! ========================================­====== Job search resources:High Performance Planner: https://amzn.to/2lDgm6j ============================================== Chris Kirkpatrickwww.CareerNextAgency.comFacebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 3 Things You Need To Sell Yourself During Your Job Search ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 =========================================== https://www.CareerNextAgency.com ========================================­==== While there are many areas to focus on with your job search, these are three things that will have the most significant impact in helping you stand out amongst your peers.   ========================================­====== Job search resources:High Performance Planner: https://amzn.to/2lDgm6j Chris Kirkpatrickwww.CareerNextAgency.comFacebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Modernize Your Job Search ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 =========================================== https://www.CareerNextAgency.com ========================================­==== Technology has changed the world of job search.  If you greatest challenges are identifying the right opportunities and then connecting with key decision makers inside of those organizations, then you need to modernize your job search.  Utilize the right technology to get the fast results you are looking for. In addition, technology has changed the way decision makers find talent.  You need to be certain that they are able to find you when they are looking for top talent. ========================================­====== Job search resources:High Performance Planner: https://amzn.to/2lDgm6j Chris Kirkpatrickwww.CareerNextAgency.comFacebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 4 Pitfalls To Avoid On Your Job Search ================================== Make sure not to miss a video from Chris! Click here to subscribe:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUdcaU2bMFeDqXGAWeGa-A?sub_confirmation=1 =========================================== https://www.CareerNextAgency.com ========================================­==== In this episode I discuss the 4 pitfalls or reasons that people struggle with their search. They do what everyone else is doing.  The are uncomfortable in the role of “job seeker” and they try to take shortcuts.They don’t have a system they are followingMental and emotional spiral out of control. ========================================­====== Job search resources:High Performance Planner: https://amzn.to/2lDgm6j Chris Kirkpatrickwww.CareerNextAgency.comFacebook: Facebook.com/CareerNextAgency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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While there are a ton of different questions you will be concerned with answering to prep for your interview, they really all boil down to these 5 two way questions. #1:  They will be thinking, "Why are you here?  Why us and not another company?" You will be thinking:  "What does this job involve?" #2: They will be thinking,  "What can you do for us?" You will be thinking, "What are the top skills you need for a top employee to execute and succeed?" #3: They will be thinking, "What kind of person are you?" You will be thinking, "Do I want to work with these people?  Do I like them?  Can I see myself working side-by-side with them everyday?" #4: They will be thinking, "What differentiates you from everyone else who applied or that we are talking to?" You will be thinking, "IF we like each other and we both want to work together, how can I persuade or influence them to see there is something unique about me" #5: They will be thinking, "Can I afford you?" You will be thinking, "Can I persuade them to hire me at the income package I need or desire?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10 years ago I was the head of recruiting for a Fortune 1000 company.  After becoming the VP of Marketing for a top executive search firm, I realized how much people were struggling with their job search. I have always loved helping people.  Financial coaching, business coaching, internet marketing consulting, personal branding…. I never thought I would be in the career coaching industry.  Then several years ago I took on a consulting project to help a top executive search firm with their internet marketing. Within a week of learning what they did, who they helped, how many people were struggling, and what was holding them back I had a couple of aha moments. FIRST:  Why is it that some of the most successful people in the world instantly become reactive and give up control of their results with their job search. SECOND:  Everyone needs help - and most people would like it because it is hard to see the forest through the trees. The problem is, the industry isn’t designed to help the job seeker.  Recruiters work for companies and most of the companies that help executives find jobs charge $10-15k or more.  That’s a big check to cut. I can’t tell you how many people I spoke to that needed help, but could afford the fee or couldn’t emotionally justify making the investment in themselves. That bothered me so much! I became really frustrating seeing people not act in their own best interest because of fear or lack of resources. I was blown away that there wasn’t anyone out there who would advocate for the executive job seeker exclusively without a huge fee.   Yes there are resume writers who make amazing resumes, but that isn’t enough either.That’s when the idea of CareerNext started. I took my background in recruiting, expertise in personal branding and marketing, and relationships in the career industry and pulled it all together to create something the industry hasn’t seen... A system for executives that blends hands on coaching, creation of all marketing documents, and execution of a strategic business plan to create a predictable result of you finding your ideal executive position in the shortest time frame possible - all at a fraction of the price anyone else was charging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So many people struggle with their search because of the mental and emotional strain of their search. Maybe you are not getting the results you want?  Maybe there is financial stress?  Maybe there is relationship stress.  Either way, it can weigh on you. My guess is, if you are listening to this, you are a high performer.  You are someone who has an internal drive and has a necessity to perform.   Rather than fall to the pressure of that comes with being out of work and focusing on rebuilding your career, I want you to focus on the following 3 things - because only they will control your results and keep your mind and emotional state where it needs to be to be effective. #1:  WHO NEEDS YOUR A GAME?High performers are consistently checking in with themselves about if they are giving it their all and what  #2:  AFFIRM YOUR WHY #3:  SURROUND YOURSELF WITH AMAZING PEOPLE Visit www.CareerNextAgency.com If you would like to get the High Performance Planner, here is the link:  https://amzn.to/2RGvCva Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you are searching for your job, your energy can be hit or miss from day to day....and that can sap productivity. One of my mentors, Brendon Burchard, always says, "The power plant doesn't have energy, it generates it".  You need to be that power plant and intentionally generate energy during your search Obstacle There are probably going to be a dozen things day in and day out that sap your energy: Being told no for a job Not being able to connect with anyone Stress hormones from financial stresses of having no paycheck Feeling like nothing is working Wondering if it is worth it. You need to know that it is worth it.  And you need to intentionally be the power plant and generate your own energy. The vibrancy you create in your life will elevate your productivity beyond anything you probably currently believe possible. HIGH PERFORMANCE PLANNER on Amazon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Envision The Future You Are AfterDetermine The Feeling You Are AfterDefine What Is Meaningful To You Really Think About:Which things are you absolutely clear about that help you perform better than your peers?What do you focus on to stay clear about what matters most?What aren't you clear about, and how does that affect your performance?What do you do when you are feeling uncertain or undirectedIf you had to explain to someone you were mentoring what it is that makes you successful, what would you say?What else do you know about yourself - beyond your values and strenghts and plans - that make you successful? Almost always, high performers have the ability to or find a way to focus on the future and visualize how they will achieve excellence. High performers don't just know who they are - they know where they want to be and are intentional about creating clear plans to get there. Waking up every day and beginning your day with clarity is essential to success.  I use Brendon Burchard's High Performance Planner.  You can buy it on Amazon using the link below in this description: HIGH PERFORMANCE PLANNER on Amazon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Maximize the Effectiveness of Your Executive Job Search1.    Do not apply to online job postings between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, and do not allocate this valuable time to researching companies on the web. Instead, use prime business hours for follow-up phone calls, networking and interviewing.  2.    Set up a separate email address for all of your job search activities, and don't check personal email between 8 AM and 5 PM. Emailing, tweeting and “Facebooking” will suck the life out of your search campaign. 3.    If you believe that your job search is a business, you should have a separate phone number for your search activity. Use your new business line for important follow-up calls and interviews. 4.    Make all follow-up calls between the hours of 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM. This will sometimes help you avoid “voicemail jail” during lunch hours.  5.    Be sure that every email address you have stored in your address book and/or elsewhere has been notified of your newfound mission for next generation employment. Do not send a résumé, just a very short "Hey, how ya doing?" letter; I call this "pinging." Ping the heaven out of your LinkedIn connections too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Chris talks about the importance of having an optimized LinkedIn profile.  Even if you are not interested in proactively using LinkedIn to find a job, decision makers use LinkedIn to vet potential candidates.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Success on social media can be a little tricky.  Even those who are effective and comfortable networking with people in a live setting tend to struggle engaging with people effectively online.  So I put these 10 tips and tricks together with that in mind. #1 - You do You!   The goal isn't to get everyone to love you.  That will never happen.  Be you, be authentic, and appeal to those who are naturally attracted to what you bring to the table. #2 - LinkedIn is NOT Facebook No posting of cat pictures.  The rule of thumb here is to make sure you provide some sort of value with everything you do.,  Keep it professional. #3 - Seek first to understand This is an oldie, but a goody.  One of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People in Stephen Covey's book.  This is maybe the most important rule of your job search.  For some reason, even people who understand this lose sight of it when connecting with people online.  The same rule applies. #4 - Post unique content The more unique it is, the more you stand out.  The more people will share.  The more exposure you get.  Remember to use hashtags. #5 - Quality over quantity When engaging with your audience, it takes more than "likes".  Rather than giving drive-by "likes" to a dozen posts, take the time to find 2 or 3 that really mean something to you and engage.  Make a comment, leave a note, give an opinion, continue the thought...  Add value.  Show your expertise. #6 - Request recommendations Most are not aware you can do this.  Request recommendations and be specific with what you are asking for. #7 - Make sure your banner is customized It is the first thing people see and it is customizable real estate.  Take advantage of it.  Having the generic banner is lazy.  Make sure your profile pic isn't blocking valuable content. #8 - Change your "connect" button to be a "follow" button #9 - Write articles Publish publish publish.  Give your opinion.  It's a great was to build your brand online.  Few people do it.  You articles reach a higher percent of your network because it is native to LinkedIn. #10 - Send messages to people you are not connected with Send messages to people you are in groups with.  Also send to those who have a premium account with an open status. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Chris discusses the process that his company, www.CareerNextAgency.com, walks its clients through to create a resume. If you are uncertain with the current status of your resume, I would love to get on the phone and have a conversation to give you some help.  Seriously, there is no obligation, I would just love to chat and see how I can help.  Just go to www.CareerNextAgency.com to set up a time to talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Too often I hear, "I know that if I simply make a couple tweaks to my resume, I will have success".   That may or not be true.  In this episode, Chris talks about the 5 ways your resume could be failing you in your job search that you probably have not thought of. If you feel like you could use some help with your search, I would love to have a conversation with you.  Go to www.CareerNextAgency.com to set up a time to talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Questions to Ask Yourself as You Are Developing Your BrandI talk a lot about creating a passion statement.  Now you’ll use both that statement and the thinking process that developed it to shape your personal brand.  Answer the following three questions.  1. What are you selling? What are you as a multimillion-dollar “product” bringing to the table that will help you stand out to your targeted companies?  ·      Are you selling your ability to build a team? ·      To double sales? ·      To reign in costs? ·      To reorganize and/or streamline a department, division, or company? ·      To increase profits? ·      To implement new technology? ·      To open up locations or operations in new cities or countries? ·      To develop and implement new strategic plans or direction? ·      To create better communication and cooperation between divisions? ·      To improve their core business? ·      To expand into new markets? ·      To create new product lines? Remember, ultimately what you are selling is your ability to solve a company’s problems—even the problems they don’t know they have. Come up with a list of three or four “core competencies” that you have successfully demonstrated and that you enjoy using.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you been intentional about creating the career you love?  If you are in the job market, I am a huge believer that every challenge brings about new opportunities.   Have you been loving what you do for work?  Your role?  The impact you make?  Are you fulfilled with your career?  The answer for most people is a resounding NO. Your need and/or desire to find a new job is typically connected to a lack of fulfillment with your current position.  Regardless of if this transition was forced upon you or you are voluntarily seeking, your job search provides you an opportunity to align your skills and passions with adding value to an organization that will bring you more fulfillment...which will make you happier...which will have a positive impact on not only your career, but your life and family as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It becomes more difficult to differentiate yourself in the job market the higher you climb through the ranks.  While there are typically fewer people competing for each position, the quality of each candidate is much better. In this episode, Chris talks about the key factors to consider as you look to differentiate yourself in the market.  After all, the root word of differentiate is "different".   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Chris talks about the 4 most important rules or principles to follow when you are actively engaged in a job search.  Some of them are counter-intuitive, but all require a mindset of being intentional.   1.  Go after what you want 2.  Take accountability for your results (the good and the bad) 3.  Help people 4.  Always be the last to speak Listen to learn how to implement these four rules/principles into your job search. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you are just beginning your search or have been searching for months, a well planned business plan for search will help to speed things up drastically.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you are going through your executive job search, it is important to remember that recruiters and headhunters don't work for you, they work for the companies they are looking to fill positions for.  There are certain rules that a high percentage of job seekers consistently break that shoot themselves in the foot and hurt their chances at landing their targeted position.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No company is going to hire you - they will invest in you.  It is key to approach your search with that mindset.  In this episode, Chris talks about the importance of making sure you are focusing on communicating your ROI as a leader because whomever a company hires, they will be looking for the fastest ROI possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Confidence is the greatest indicator for success in any competitive arena.  Your job search is no different.  Learn about what is called the "Confidence / Competence Loop".  In this episode, Chris talks about how you can scientifically gain confidence in the areas that will help you get faster results with your job search. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One thing is certain, your job search will be full of ups and downs.  Your success will be based on your ability to identify what you want, go after it, and endure the ups and downs.  This episode will illuminate some of the most challenging elements of your job search and what you can do to prepare for them.  After all, you can handle anything you are prepared for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Chris talks about why and how he because an executive career coach - along with the 5 step system that anyone seeking a job should be using to have job search success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices