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13 articles from fifteen years of writing for senior executives.

For senior professionals this is overwhelmingly one platform and one question: can the right person find you, and does what they find make sense without any context. Being excellent and being findable are separate problems, and most executive profiles solve only the first.

These articles cover building genuine authority without becoming an influencer, what is worth publishing when your time is scarce, and the settings that keep a confidential search confidential while you do it.

August 4, 2026

Building authority online as an executive, without becoming an influencer

How senior leaders build genuine authority online without posting constantly. What to share, where it matters, and why most execut

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April 5, 2023

Career Search - Avoiding The Pitfalls of Electronic Resumes and Job Postings

By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS, CSMCS When I work with my clients, I often hear that they struggle with the technical as

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April 5, 2023

How Job Search Is Like Online Dating

By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS In honor of Valentine's Day, I think it timely to point out the similarities of job searc

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January 27, 2023

8 Tips To Kickstart Your Career Search

By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS, CSMCS Whether you have just been laid off or have been working on a career campaign for

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January 26, 2015

4 Top Social Media Platforms for Jobseekers: Why you should and how you can get online bef

By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS, CSMCS, CELDC You've landed an interview - congratulations! A great way to secure your ch

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September 10, 2014

LinkedIn For Executives: How To Create A Winning Profile

By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS,CCMC,CJSS,CSMCS LinkedIn is a great tool for find a new job if you use it correctly. It's not enough

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December 16, 2013

Networking During the Holidays: 7 Tips for Successful Job Search

By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS, CSMCS Parties galore, lots of good cheer, network during the holidays for a bright New Y

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October 18, 2013

The Key To Being Articulate And Confident In Your Job Search

By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS, CSMCS If you are at the start of your career search or you are struggling and feel like

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March 13, 2013

Older Jobseekers: 4 Tips to Prepare For Career Search Success

By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS, CSMCS Many older workers have been shell-shocked with how hard this challenging economy

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January 7, 2013

Eight Tips For Organizing Your Job Search In Today's Challenging Job Market

By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS, CSMCS The beginning of a New Year brings with it an opportunity to clean your slate. You

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August 5, 2012

10 Cool Resources - Catalysts for Your Career Campaign!

By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS There is an adage that says, "There is no substitute for preparation." As we enter the be

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June 3, 2012

Summer Assignment: Establish or Enhance Your Social Media Presence To Catapult Your Job S

By Linda M. Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS If you were to ask me what one of the most requested speaking topics people have reque

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May 6, 2012

How To Fill Your Pipeline For The Upcoming 2012 Summer Season

By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS In a few short weeks, we will be preparing for picnics, barbeques, beach trips and other

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