Quite a few of my senior level candidates are people who never ever 'float' their resumes. Why is that, you may ask? That's because they are never actively looking for a job, unless their is some major work/personal life crisis that makes them reassess their career/job goals.
So how do people like me know whom to contact? Or, if you are a senior level candidate what should you be doing so that you are on my radar?
One interesting post I came across is this one at Bluesky resumes:
“Senior-level job seekers have to view themselves as ‘Me Inc.’ she says.
“The best way to get noticed by retained recruiters who specialize in your field
or industry is to become a visible presence. Build and actively maintain a
strong network, join trade associations, offer to speak at industry events, make
contacts with trade press and even write articles on your area of expertise.”
Pinkman doesn’t discourage senior-level job seekers from submitting resumes, but
she emphasizes the importance of ongoing personal brand development. “In the
end,” she says, “if you’re visible and I need someone who matches your
background, I’ll find you a lot faster.”
And so will I. Are you on the HR egroups, offering sensible and practical knowledge that showcase your strategic thinking? Are you invited by NHRD, ISTD or XLRI to speak at their conferences? Is there a positive buzz about you? Have you done something innovative in the HR field and have you publicised it?
