The first few weeks after you leave your job are a whirlwind of activity. But when things start to get quiet, you need to take smart, steady action to keep you from going into a tailspin.

What happens when we’ve climbed the traditional corporate ladder as far as we can go and exhausted all backup plans, or those plans no longer hold the same appeal they once did?

By J. Larry Tyler, FACHE, FHFMA, CMPE, Master Career Coach for Senior Players

Working with an executive search firm can give you access to jobs that might not be listed publicly. However, not all search firms operate the same way. It’s important to know the difference between the two types of executive search firms to understand what they can do for you and set your expectations accordingly.

By J. Larry Tyler, FACHE, FHFMA, CMPE, Master Career Coach for Senior Players

In today’s competitive job market, a good reference is more valuable than ever. But preparing a reference list needs to be done right, or you could end up hurting your chances of landing the job, rather than helping.