Time To Ditch The Resume?
I just read a great article that begins to highlight something that I hear very few recruiters talk about. The lack of effectiveness of resumes. Lately, in my Executive Search work, I have more and more conversations with candidates about how to market themselves. Yes, the job market is tight right now, even in the burgeoning solar industry, but there has to come a time when job seekers take it...
Read MoreBeware of These Issues When Changing Jobs
Job Transitions in the Solar Industry Transitioning to a new job and career is comparable to moving into a new home. Items need to be packed, a time line needs to be followed, and then everything needs to be unpacked and re-established at the new location. While most people have a general idea of what this consists of, there is actually quite a bit of loose ends that need to be taken care of. ...
Read More“I’ve graduated…now what?” How To Land The Perfect Entry-Level Solar Job
As the economy changes, new job applicants have to change with it. New consumer and business trends not only have a significant impact on what positions employers are trying to fill, but how they determine whether or not to even select a candidate for an interview. This was news to me. As an MBA May 2010 graduate, I assumed that I should follow the usual procedures used when I graduated...
Read MoreWhat Solar Employers Are Looking For Right Now
The top players in the solar industry, which include SolarWorld, First Solar, SunPower, and Solar City (to name a few) are looking primarily for engineers with experience and an extensive education. So to start planning your career early, here are some skills to acquire to insure that you are a competitive candidate within the industry: Education This is a given, but companies want...
Read More8 things you need to communicate in every single interview:
My daily Executive Search work offers the opportunity to pre-interview candidates in different roles and career levels. The majority of these being Senior Manager, Director, and VP levels. As the job-market has become more competitive, it’s common to hear candidates falling into traps that undermine their success during the interview process. Communicating your skill set is critical, but to...
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