Notes from the Field

Here are some thoughts and tips to help you navigate your career path.

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Lately, my calls with creative execs have reinforced just how crucial it is to ask better questions

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If you're aiming for a leadership role at a forward-thinking agency or brand—working with good clients on award-winning work that intersects with culture—I suggest investing in a new platform and design.

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The way we communicate our experience has shifted. Resumes cover the basics—names, dates, and data—but LinkedIn should feel more like your personal brand story

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My client often talks about the emotional intelligence (EQ) of candidates I bring into the process. I focus on two key tenets:

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The summary section of your resume should be unique to you. Avoid using overused words like "dynamic" and "creative."

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I hear this a lot: "I want to build a team." Or, "I want to manage a team." Or both. Do you find yourself saying this?

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I've spoken to a lot of candidates who go through a process with a potential employer and some even do (unpaid) assignments, and then, get ghosted.

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In most of the search processes I'm involved with, candidates are usually in a reactive position. The employer dictates the schedules, interviews, and job outlines.

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A creative portfolio benefits greatly from clear copy that articulates the problem being solved and the overall impact of the work.

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As I've said before, I always go straight to the ABOUT section of individual websites.

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In an interview with a future employer, there are appropriate ways to discuss a bad previous work experience (and/or manager).

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If you're on the market and talking to people who could line you up with a new professional opportunity, I suggest you prepare to answer these questions:

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