http://www.bluestepsblog.com Thu, 03 Sep 2009 18:50:13 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Learn how to forge long-term relationships with search firms. Discover what opportunities these search firms are currently seeing in the market and how to take advantage of these opportunities. Podcast: How to Engage with Search Firms Download the full version of this podcast at BlueSteps.com http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2009/09/03/podcasthow-to-engage-with-search-firms/ Learn how the EMBA can influence and contribute to the long-term growth of your career. Be able to decide whether the EMBA is the right choice for you. Podcast: The Executive MBA Download the full version of this podcast at BlueSteps.com http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2009/06/08/pocastthe-executive-mba/ Learn tips on how to make contact with executive search consultants and discover what the current trends are in the executive search industry. Podcast: Introduction to Executive Search Download the full version of this podcast at BlueSteps.com http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2009/05/19/podcast-introduction-to-executive-search/ Join three distinguished executive search consultants who lead Global Financial Services practices as they share their observations and advice about how the economic crisis will impact on job searches, job creation and compensation, and discover where the opportunities lie. Podcast: Wall Street In Crisis Download the full version of this podcast at ... http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2009/05/19/podcast-wall-street-in-crisis/ Learn how to rise to the top of Google search, and find out the strategy, tactics and key tips to use with online social networking sites such as LinkedIn and Facebook. Podcast: How to Build Your Executive Brand and Visibility Online Download the full version of this podcast at BlueSteps.com http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2009/05/19/podcast-how-to-build-your-executive-brand-and-visibility-online-2/ Hear from a panel of leading executive search consultants who discuss the current executive job market in the United States and reveal insights that will shape and impact your career management plans. Podcast: Executive Search and Your Career 2009 Download the full version of this podcast at BlueSteps.com http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2009/05/19/podcast-executive-search-and-your-career-2009/ Develop the techniques needed to stand out from the rest in the interview room. Learn how to sell your weaknesses and emphasize your strengths. Podcast: Effective Interviewing Download the full version of this podcast at BlueSteps.com http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2009/05/19/podcast-effective-interviewing/ Learn the tips and techniques that are used by the best networkers around to develop high quality relationships and push their careers in the right direction. Podcast: Executive Network Building Download the full version of this podcast at BlueSteps.com http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2009/05/19/podcast-executive-network-building/ Learn the tips and techniques that are used by the best networkers around to develop high quality relationships and push their careers in the right direction. Podcast: Collaborative Salary Negotiation Download the full version of this podcast at BlueSteps.com http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2009/05/19/podcast-collaborative-salary-negotiation/ Develop the skills and knowledge needed to better leverage your time, regain your focus, and create more of what you want in both your business and your life. Podcast: Extreme Time Management Download the full version of this podcast at BlueSteps.com http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2009/05/19/podcast-extreme-time-management/ Peter Kerridge, Director, Kerridge & Partners "This is an excellent opportunity to be expanding your networks. Think about the people you haven't spoken to for a while; remember the most useful people in your network are often those you meet two or three times a year, not those you meet every ... http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2009/04/07/job-search-advice-from-aesc-member-search-consultants-and-researchers/ I have been in an active job search since June of this year. I have had my resume professionally prepared and have registered with BlueSteps and various job board sites. I have applied for too many jobs that are below par to previous roles of VP Quality and Chief Quality ... http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2008/12/30/advice-on-re-evaluating-my-job-search/ I’m at a point in my career (47 years young, 20+ years in marketing management, business development, general management - all in the USA) where I believe the next step is in the Asia Pacific (AP) region. The least risk would obviously be to find and be offered a job ... http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2008/12/23/looking-to-re-locate-to-the-asia-pacific-region-should-i-move-before-accepting-an-offer/ My aim is to search for or contact consultants for senior executive level job opportunities around the Gulf States (UAE, Qatar) or Europe in the Building Materials industry. I have been working for world class cement companies and have been staying in Kazakhstan for more than two years. Could you ... http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2008/12/23/job-search-advice-for-a-senior-executive-in-the-building-materials-industry/ I have been working for a large family owned firm for the last 15 years in the Middle East. Since joining as a junior executive I have progressed to a top senior level role gaining experience across the board in all business areas. I have always been very close to ... http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2008/12/23/career-crossroad-stay-with-an-established-firm-or-pursue-a-leadership-role-in-a-start-up-company/ Could you please offer insight and guidance regarding an effective e-mail introductory letter to use when sending my resume electronically? Electronic cover letters should follow the basic format for cover letters: Paragraph 1 - Opening: State your objective, mention a personal referral, or the immediate benefit to the person, or refer ... http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2008/12/23/guidance-on-writing-an-effective-electronic-cover-letter/ Could you please advise on how best to get my resume and background noticed by an executive search firm - I have had 2 experiences with search firms; one that contacted me about a position and one that I contacted regarding a specific position. I have posted my resume on ... http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2008/11/07/how-best-can-i-get-my-resume-noticed-by-a-search-professional/ I am in Los Angeles, and entertaining the notion of searching/subsequently securing an expatriate position in Europe. Do you have any pointers as to search firms that SPECIALIZE or hold strong history in the placement of US-based execs into overseas companies, especially in the EU? Below is a list ... http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2008/11/07/how-to-pursue-expatriate-positions-in-europe/ Approximately 16 months ago, I left a VP position at a major retailer where I had been an associate for 17 years, the last 8 of which achieving outstanding success in the area of e-commerce. The reason for my departure was due to a change in business direction. I left ... http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2008/11/07/re-entering-the-executive-job-market/ I began a job search about 3 months ago, as a current executive in an automotive supplier. My question regarding search firms is: What is the best way to initiate/develop a relationship with a search consultant? My current strategy is to let them know I have an interest in ... http://www.bluestepsblog.com/2008/11/07/what-is-the-best-way-to-develop-relationships-with-search-professionals/