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From Marc Cenedella
Marc Cenedella

Now, there's no doubt that things have gotten tougher, but even when the economy is rough, most hires are replacement hires.

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Function Change

How to Explain Transferable Skills

The question isn't where were you working, it's what can you do that an employer needs.

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How to Use Your Personal Brand to Switch Careers

Your brand is what you’re known for and what you’re known for knowing. Use that to your advantage in making a career transition.

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When Following Your Dream Job Is a Bad Idea

Following your heart to a dream job? Research, talk to an accountant, consider a tweak to your current job and whether it is really a change of job that will satisfy you.

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Why Recruiters Resist Industry Switchers

Ever get the sense you’re having a hard time convincing recruiters to take a chance on your career change? It’s more than a feeling.

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Tips for Industry Switchers

Committed to a change? Make yourself less of a gamble for recruiters.

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Resume Rewrite Helps Navy Pilot Lock onto New Target as Program Manager

Bonnie Adams' resume writer helped her condense the military experience detailed on her resume and spotlight her qualifications for a civilian project management role.

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Salesman Uses Excel to Get a Job Hundreds Wanted

Bryan Stinson's most productive job search tool was as simple as an Excel spreadsheet that listed everyone in his professional and personal network.   

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Is a Good Job Title Worth Giving Up Some Salary?

Though peak management positions are hard to snag, making salary concessions to secure one could be a mistake, according to career coaches.

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Is the C-Suite Your Sweet Spot?

You've excelled in your job function, but to succeed at the C-level, you'll need to master leadership skills.

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The One Skill You Need to Reach the C-Suite

The secret to reaching the C-level is to extend the skills you've honed as a functional specialist into a position of general leadership across disciplines.

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