From the category archives:

Career Management

When Seeking a CFO Position …

January 31, 2018

… it isn’t necessarily over when you think it seems to be over. What I mean is that there a couple of factors at play that, despite not being selected initially for a job you want, could mean the position … Continue reading →

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When Seeking a CFO Position …

January 31, 2018

… it isn’t necessarily over when you think it seems to be over. What I mean is that there a couple of factors at play that, despite not being selected initially for a job you want, could mean the position … Continue reading →

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Don’t Do This to Your Network

September 6, 2017

If you have read any of my previous articles, you know I believe that a strong network is an integral part of the job search process, especially at the executive level. Strong is the operative word because anything less might … Continue reading →

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Ethics in the C-suite

July 19, 2017

A quote by Sallie Krawcheck made its rounds in meme form on Linkedin this week. It says … “If it comes down to your ethics vs. a job, choose ethics. You can always find another job.” Such truth … especially … Continue reading →

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Your Home on the Web

July 11, 2017

For many people, and particularly for most CFOs, the home of their digital footprint is Linkedin. Short of having your own URL, Linkedin is the only real neon sign option. That means having a robust profile is a critically important … Continue reading →

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The Difficult Truth About the Job Search

July 3, 2017

Searching for a new job is tough. In fact, it might be one of the toughest, and certainly more stressful, things you will do in your career. For CFOs, there is only one position available (sans division or unit roles) … Continue reading →

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3 Tips for Thinking More Strategically in a CFO Career Search

June 27, 2017

CFO.com just published an article entitled “How CFOs Can Take on Bigger Roles.” The title sounds like it could be addressing a CFO career climb. Since they didn’t … I will! The strategy behind taking on a bigger role is … Continue reading →

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Linkedin Profiles & CFOs

June 21, 2017

Fast Company recently posted an informative article on what recruiters prefer to see in a Linkedin profile. It is good advice, and you can read it here. I thought I would add my two cents, aimed specifically at CFOs, to … Continue reading →

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Burning Bridges Can Burn You

June 12, 2017

You know the importance of not burning bridges when things go sour at work and you end up losing your job. But in the heat of the moment, and being human, we might just forget that critically important head knowledge … Continue reading →

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Seven Ways to Keep in Touch with Your Contacts

July 18, 2014

Keith Ferrazzi, author of Never Eat Alone recommends that you build your network before you need it and keep in touch with your network on an ongoing basis. He also recommends that you periodically connect with each of your contacts to…

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