The Search

When you have your search strategy dialed-in, then you are ready to start searching. These articles provide tactics that help you leverage recruiters, tap into talent networks, and find unpublished roles.

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The Exec Resume

LinkedIn may be the modern résumé, but for VP+ roles, résumés are still a necessary part of the process

The importance of self-awareness in your search

Don't chase roles you aren't a fit for. It wastes time and makes it harder for your network to help you when it matters

Start with Your Network. Accelerate with Whispered.

Whispered has built a network of executives who help connect each other to roles

How to work with recruiters

Understanding how recruiters work is critical to leveraging them in your search

Searching while in a job (shhhh)

If you are in a job, it can be scary to look for a new role. Learn how to "whisper" your next executive job search

If you hear of any interesting roles...

Articulate clearly what you are looking for to activate your network

How recruiters evaluate talent (aka are you an "A" player?)

Recruiters have developed pattern recognition to recognize which candidates to build relationships with.

How to work with talent partners

VC talent partners help portfolio companies attract great talent. Learn how to leverage them

The power of "working out loud" in your job search

Engage others and accelerate your search

Bret Reckard, Head of Talent @ Sequoia

"If someone asks if you’ve managed managers, don't just describe the project and the team size. Share why you built layers into your org and how you gave autonomy. Share how you determined your objectives and how you met them. In other words, always look to give your potential colleagues a deeper understanding of how you think."