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When you decide to leave your current position, there's more to consider than just your letter of resignation.

The Next Step: Letter of Resignation

Last week’s post got over 6,000 views, why is that? The obvious reason is that the post hit ...
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I have made the decision to move, what's next? Now you must decide to go with executive recruiting or not

“I’ve decided to move… without executive recruiting”

First of all, congratulations for coming to a dramatic decision. The hardest part is now over! Once you ...
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You can't build rapport with a hiring manager by saying too little. Speak up and get the job.

You Can Say Too Little – It’s Time To Build Rapport

Even though they don’t admit it, the inability to build rapport is the number one cause why someone ...
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Take it one step at a time in your career. Don't jump the gun and move to another company.

Baby Steps – Don’t JUST Move To Another Company

Making any sort of change in one’s life is always painful. Whether it’s painful leaving the past behind, ...
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It's not just about the money or better compensation package. Think about your career before you sign.

It’s not just about the better compensation package!

This week I want to share a story with you about a candidate that has been seeking our ...
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Don't let preconceived notions about investment banking recruiters get you down. Be open-minded and at least listen.

Investment Banking Recruiters Got You Down?

Preconceived notions, self-fulfilling prophecies, whatever you may want to call it, is the antithesis of open-mindedness. Either way, ...
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Be prepared for counter offers to come your way.

Counter Offers – Be Prepared

Open Letter to “All Hiring Managers and Candidates” A new Trend is emerging… As most of my regular ...
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Just talk to somebody about your compensation package. It doesn't hurt to ask.

Talk To Someone About Your Compensation Package

The title might sound innocuous: “Who do I talk to?” and “Why do I need to talk to ...
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Why are the hiring practices changing? They are prolonged and frustrating. Be prepared.

What are these hiring practices? It’s been months.

It appears that this year has definitely been one of transitions for many people throughout our industry; with ...
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Do I need a recruiter? Can't I find a new financial firm myself?

Financial Firms – Do I Really Need A Recruiter?

The topic may sound a little strange, but with the wake of what has been happening in our ...
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Are there any jobs out there for bankers?

Are there any JOBS out there for bankers & more?

As we say goodbye to the month of January and I look at my forward calendar – I ...
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If you can't work an executive recruiter, this is what you need to know about the process of offers.

An Offer With No Executive Recruiter, What Now?

If you have been working with an Executive Recruiter, the answer should be, “Great, when do I start?” ...
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