Do These 10 Things to Get that Federal Job You Want
As we get closer to the holidays, everyone gets busy and distracted on personal matters. However, you can take advantage …More
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Writing Your Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ), Part 2/2
Your ECQs should be well written narratives that provide information about your strategic, executive achievements in the language of the …More
10 Things You Can Do Right Now to Improve Your Resume
Most of us are looking for quick and easy things to improve our resumes without a lot of work or …More
Writing Your Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs), Part 1/2
A fundamental part of the SES application process is ECQ writing. Many applicants fear writing ECQs and the idea of …More
Writing Technical Qualifications for Your SES Package
Many agencies require that you prepare and submit TQs (also known as Mandatory Technical Qualifications or Professional Technical Qualifications) with …More
Writing A Senior Executive Service (SES) Resume
While you are probably familiar with writing a resume, writing your SES resume is somewhat different. Not only must your …More
Are You SES Ready?
Being SES ready is about being ready to lead, not just manage. I hear from potential clients all the time …More
Intro: What do you know about the Senior Executive Service (SES)?
The Senior Executive Service (SES) is the highest civilian service in the government. Membership in the SES) demands leadership, professional …More
Do I Really Need a Cover Letter?
Back in the days of “snail mail,” the use of a cover letter was standard. Applicants mailed their resumes and …More
Main Differences Between Federal and Private Sector Resumes
Most of us remember the rule drilled into us at school that no resume should be more than 2 pages—and …More
Include a References Page with your Resume
The days of noting: “References Available Upon Request” on your resume are over (and have been, for quite some time). …More
10 Mistakes You’re Making on LinkedIn
Mistake 1: You’re not on LinkedIn. If you’re not, you need to be—even if you’re working for the government! While …More
Understanding Veterans’ Preference, Part 3/3
Our third and final article about veterans’ preference is about “points” and how they work in federal hiring. As discussed …More
Understanding Veterans’ Preference, Part 2/3
This is the second part of our three-part article on veterans’ preference. In this article, we will discuss the various …More
Understanding Veterans’ Preference and Employment Eligibility, Part 1/3
If you are a transitioning military member, it is important to understand your veterans’ preference eligibility and options. Some former …More