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Book cover image of In Search of the Perfect Job by Clyde C. Lowstuter

Authors: Clyde C. Lowstuter, Cammen B. Lowstuter
ISBN-13: 9780071485883, ISBN-10: 0071485880
Format: Paperback
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies, The
Date Published: January 2007
Edition: REV

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Author Biography: Clyde C. Lowstuter

Clyde C. Lowstuter is President & CEO of Robertson Lowstuter, a leading executive development firm that has consulted with thousands of clients since 1981. He is a Master Certified Coach from the International Coach Federation.

Cammen B. Lowstuter is a staff writer and workshop developer for Robertson Lowstuter, Inc., and is the marketing and promotions coordinator for Colorado Free University.

Book Synopsis

Find the executive position that gives you the opportunity, the challenges, and the competitive salary that you deserve!

In Search of the Perfect Job gives you the edge you need to land a job that matches your senior-level experience and status. Fully revised and updated to help you meet the constantly-evolving changes in the business world, it will prepare you for the next step in your professional life-whether you're making a career move, or want to take charge of your career so that you won't be blindsided by a downsizing.

Clyde Lowstuter provides pragmatic career coaching that gets you ready to tackle the nuances of executive job changing, and explore the many career options open to you. Thought-provoking worksheets and examples will keep you informed, focused, and motivated as you pursue your goal.

In Search of the Perfect Job enables you to

  • Develop a fool-proof career transition strategy with proven tactics
  • Identify roadblocks and accelerants that impact your ability to land that perfect job in the C-suite
  • Prepare for interviews by answering more than 225 of the toughest interview questions (sample answers included) from search recruiters and employees
  • Master sound bites that create a commanding impression in 15 seconds
  • Confidently and effectively network with others
  • Negotiate the comprehensive compensation package you deserve

Clyde C. Lowstuter is President & CEO of Robertson Lowstuter, a leading executive development firm that has consulted with thousands of clients since 1981. He is a Master Certified Coach from the International Coach Federation.

Cammen B. Lowstuter is a staff writer and workshop developer for Robertson Lowstuter, Inc., and is the marketing and promotions coordinator for Colorado Free University.

Table of Contents

Step I: In Search of the Perfect Job - Mastering Your Emotions and Regaining Control.
Step II: In Search of Who You Are - Uncovering Your Talents, Skills, and Career Options Step III: Writing a "Knock-Out" Resume and Marketing Letters That Get Read.
Twelve Resume Samples.
Writing Powerful Marketing Letters.
Step IV: Building and Managing Your References.
Step V: Using Application Forms to Your Advantage.
Step VI: In Search of the Perfect Employer.
Step VII: Using the Telephone to Capture Leads and to Land Interviews.
Step VIII: Interviewing Powerfully - Beating Out Your Competition.
Step IX: Keeping Your Job Search "On Track" and "On Fire.
" Step X: Turning Around Rejection, Stress, or a Stalled Search.
Step XI: In Search of the Perfect Offer - Creating What You Want Through Effective Negotiations.
Step XII: Looking Back and Managing Forward - Ensuring Success in Your New Job.

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