Tag Archives: career management

New Year’s Resolution? Meet New Year’s Action Plan!

Posted on January 12, 2016 by Charlotte Weeks - Executive Career Coach / Executive Resume Writer / Outplacement Consultant

The New Year comes full of expectations, ambition to advance even further in your career, and perhaps even a brand new job. Here are five areas of focus to make 2016 your best year ever. Find Balance Forming better habits … Continue reading →

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5 Salary Negotiating Mistakes to Avoid

Posted on February 3, 2015 by Charlotte Weeks - Executive Career Coach / Executive Resume Writer / Outplacement Consultant

Discussing salary requirements with a potential employer can be nerve-racking. Ask for too much and you may not get the job. Ask for too little and you may miss out on a substantial amount of money. Knowing how to avoid … Continue reading →

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New Year, New Job — How to Survive Your First Week

Posted on January 13, 2015 by Charlotte Weeks - Executive Career Coach / Executive Resume Writer / Outplacement Consultant

After weeks or months of searching, you are finally starting a new role. Even as an established professional, the first week at a new position can be intimidating. Here are tips to help that week run as smoothly as possible. … Continue reading →

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The Four Tips Job Seekers Should Know About Working with Executive Recruiters

Posted on December 9, 2014 by Charlotte Weeks - Executive Career Coach / Executive Resume Writer / Outplacement Consultant

Executive recruiters provide a useful service by determining the best candidates for open positions. This process helps businesses identify candidates who can fulfill the job, are dedicated, and will fit within the work environment. When seeking a job, it is … Continue reading →

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How to Manage Your Supervisor to Enhance Your Career Prospects

Posted on October 7, 2014 by Charlotte Weeks - Executive Career Coach / Executive Resume Writer / Outplacement Consultant

If your manager, supervisor, or boss likes the way you perform, he or she has the power to recommend you for promotions and to reward you with bonuses or pay increases. On the other hand, they can pass you by, … Continue reading →

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8 Ways to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile

Posted on August 5, 2014 by Charlotte Weeks - Executive Career Coach / Executive Resume Writer / Outplacement Consultant

Whether you’re on LinkedIn to look for a job, to network, or to engage in business or career development, one of the most important assets you can have is a well-crafted profile. Many people neglect to optimize their profile page, … Continue reading →

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Be Intentional About Your Career Legacy

Posted on May 13, 2014 by Charlotte Weeks - Executive Career Coach / Executive Resume Writer / Outplacement Consultant

I had the opportunity this month to visit Poland – what a trip! Reconnecting with family, visiting the Warsaw Uprising Museum where my grandpa’s picture is posted, and touring the country – all of these contributed to an amazing experience. … Continue reading →

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Why Should I Update My Resume Now?

Posted on April 15, 2014 by Charlotte Weeks - Executive Career Coach / Executive Resume Writer / Outplacement Consultant

I love my job! Why should I update my résumé now? Summary of article posted on Brazen life by Jo Casey. Click HERE for the full article. When everything is going as you expected! With the upturn of the economy … Continue reading →

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Passion. Risk. Success. From the example of George Lucas

Posted on March 13, 2014 by Charlotte Weeks - Executive Career Coach / Executive Resume Writer / Outplacement Consultant

George Lucas, the well-known creator of the Star Wars movies, is a perfect example of finding your ideal career. And that it doesn’t always look the way we originally think it should. In a 2013 podcast, George Lucas admits that … Continue reading →

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Hate Networking? Call It Something Else.

Posted on February 11, 2014 by Charlotte Weeks - Executive Career Coach / Executive Resume Writer / Outplacement Consultant

While true networking is about generosity, the term has a sleazy connotation for some people. Many job seekers feel it’s all about “hitting someone up for something.” They may have even been aggressively approached for a favor and vowed never … Continue reading →

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