| The job market is tough in today's economy but it is | | | | currently facing and think about what role you could |
| still possible to find executive employment | | | | play in dealing with those challenges should the |
| opportunities. Executive employees are very | | | | company hire you - what skills do you have that |
| important to a company because they are often | | | | would be particularly useful to this company. |
| responsible for many of the business aspects in | | | | 3. Network Network Network |
| addition to being one of the leads in management of | | | | When searching for executive employment |
| personnel. If you are thinking about stepping out into | | | | opportunities networking is an extremely valuable |
| the executive employment market there are a few | | | | tool. Face to face interactions are always more |
| ways you should prepare yourself. | | | | memorable than words on a resume but online |
| 1. Create a Strong Portfolio | | | | networking strategies are gaining popularity in the |
| When applying for an executive employment | | | | business world. Once you land a job, maintain your |
| opportunity it is important to market yourself - tell | | | | network in order to build relationships and as a safety |
| the company why they should hire you. A portfolio is | | | | net in case you find yourself back on the job market |
| a great way to showcase your talents and to | | | | in the future. |
| provide a glimpse of some of your notable | | | | There are many ways to find out about executive |
| achievements. Publications, presentations, and | | | | employment opportunities, from networking to online |
| certifications are all good things to include in your | | | | executive search websites. Once you have chosen a |
| portfolio along with your resume. | | | | few positions to go after, focus yourself on the |
| 2. Do Your Research | | | | task, organize your portfolio, and be prepared to |
| Before you enter into an interview, learn all that you | | | | market yourself to the companies with which you |
| can about the position for which you are applying as | | | | are interviewing. If you maintain your confidence and |
| well as the company holding the interview. Identify | | | | make a good impression you may soon find yourself |
| some of the challenges the company may be | | | | in an exciting, challenging executive position. |