by Barbara Safani | Oct 23, 2025 | career management, job search, networking
For senior leaders, a career transition rarely begins with a job posting. It begins with a conversation. Whether you’re a CEO seeking a new challenge, a CMO exploring board seats, or a CHRO navigating organizational change, your next role will most likely come from...
by Barbara Safani | Oct 7, 2025 | career management, job search, networking
For executives, networking during a job search is both one of the most valuable tools and one of the greatest sources of frustration. It requires stamina, resilience, and no small amount of humility. Senior leaders are often surprised to learn who steps forward in...
by Barbara Safani | Sep 8, 2025 | career management, job search
The Federal Trade Commission has ended its attempt to defend a nationwide ban on employment noncompete agreements. In a 3-1 vote, the agency chose to withdraw its appeal of a federal court decision that blocked the rule, leaving noncompete agreements in place across...
by Barbara Safani | Sep 6, 2025 | career management, job search, networking
One of the most frequent questions I hear from senior leaders in transition is: How long will my search take? The answer, of course, is, it depends. For executives, it’s not unusual for the process to stretch six to twelve months or longer given the complexity of...
by Barbara Safani | Jul 6, 2025 | career management, interviews, job search
You aced the interviews, aligned with the leadership team, and even mapped your 90-day plan. Then… silence. No follow-up. No feedback. No decision. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Even executive-level candidates experience the all-too-common...
by Barbara Safani | Jun 20, 2025 | interviews, job search, Uncategorized
In a competitive executive job market, what you do after the interview can be as influential as how you performed during it. Following up is not merely a matter of etiquette; it’s a strategic opportunity to reinforce your value proposition, demonstrate executive...
