Resources and Best Practices for Executive Career Transition

Over the years, we have compiled -- and occasionally update -- this ongoing listing of career transition resources. We've developed these "best practices" in an attempt to be helpful to (other) executives and professionals who are making decisions about changing jobs -- or careers.--> We've compiled this advice and insights, based on our experiences on both sides of the desk, as both the "head-hunter" (search consultant) and the "head-hunted" (candidate).

First, make a crucial decision: When should you work with recruiters? The Three Magic Bullets, suggests that there are (at least) three key factors to consider. If it makes sense to work with recruiters, consider the differences between retained versus contingent search firms.
From a hiring (prospective employer) perspective, if you are in the position of engaging a search firm to conduct a particular search, asking some of these key questions may help you evaluate each search firm.
From a candidate (prospective employee) perspective, one of the best ways to get your resume in front of the right Executive Search Consultant is to identify those retained firms who specialize in your industry or function.
Our experience has been that everyone can benefit by reviewing our "Interviewing Dos and Don'ts" and our updated "Interview Preparation Guidelines".
A good way to approach the First Interview is to stay focused on earning the option of taking the next step, i.e. "Your Goal is a Second Date".
Ann Boland was quoted in an article on Negotiating the Salary Minefield by the . Another resource that may be of use in the closing stages of a new job negotiation, is: How to Negotiate a Salary by Alex Markels of the .

See also, how to make the most of an unexpected exit, e.g. "Negotiating a Fair Severance Package" by Paul H. Tobias and Susan Sauter of the National Business Employment Weekly.

Relocation for a new job can be one of the most challenging -– and rewarding -- career decisions you make. This Old House.com offers a comprehensive, how to pack your house in less than a week checklist to help you plan and execute your move.

HomeFair.com has a calculator tool that allows you to compare the cost of living of the city in which you’re currently living to the target city, as well as information on local schools, crime rate and the community.