Category Archives: Personal Branding

LinkedIn For Busy Executives – What To Do When You Don’t Have Time

Posted on May 1, 2017 by Charlotte Weeks - Executive Career Coach / Executive Resume Writer / Outplacement Consultant

You know that LinkedIn is no longer optional – it’s the #1 way to be found by recruiters and one of the easiest ways to grow your network and enhance your professional reputation. However, many busy executives (and which AREN’T … Continue reading →

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Resigning Gracefully

Posted on September 8, 2016 by Charlotte Weeks - Executive Career Coach / Executive Resume Writer / Outplacement Consultant

Once you find the job that brings you joy, it’s can be tempting to be done with your current employer immediately (especially if you really didn’t like the job, boss, and/or co-workers). After all, you got a new position, so … Continue reading →

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Use This Headshot Tip to Make Your Intended First Impression

Posted on July 1, 2014 by Charlotte Weeks - Executive Career Coach / Executive Resume Writer / Outplacement Consultant

Everyone knows the basic rules of resume and social media photos. They should be head shots, you should dress appropriately, and it’s better to have one all-purpose photo than it is to present yourself as strictly business on one site … Continue reading →

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Never Look for a Job Again!

Posted on July 24, 2013 by Charlotte Weeks - Executive Career Coach / Executive Resume Writer / Outplacement Consultant

Believe it or not, there are people out there who have never needed to conduct a formal job search. While there is a bit of luck involved, it’s the kind that you can create for yourself. By cultivating a reputation … Continue reading →

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Get More Done in Less Time

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Charlotte Weeks - Executive Career Coach / Executive Resume Writer / Outplacement Consultant

For many job seekers, their search is an endless task and takes more time than they ever wanted to devote. With the world at your fingertips, it’s easy to get distracted and even overwhelmed with your job search. Knowing the … Continue reading →

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Increase your Knowledge and Broaden your Network by Attending Industry-Specific Conferences

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Charlotte Weeks - Executive Career Coach / Executive Resume Writer / Outplacement Consultant

Later this month I’m heading to Charleston, South Carolina, to attend The National Resume Writers’ Association annual conference.  My motivation for attending is two-fold; not only do I get to sharpen my skills, I get to network with colleagues and … Continue reading →

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Should you send the boss a holiday card?

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Charlotte Weeks - Executive Career Coach / Executive Resume Writer / Outplacement Consultant

“Thinking about sending the boss a holiday card?” asks Allison & Taylor, a reference checking firm in Rochester, Michigan in their article Deciding Whether to Send the Boss a Holiday Card. You probably have a good idea: a 2008 survey … Continue reading →

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Twitter – a Must for Association Professionals!

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Charlotte Weeks - Executive Career Coach / Executive Resume Writer / Outplacement Consultant

If you’re in the association industry and you’re not on Twitter, you’re missing out on a huge opportunity. Association professionals seem to be among the most active posters in the Twitterverse, and much of the content I’ve seen is highly … Continue reading →

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