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Sarah Johnston

Does the Job Posting Date Actually Matter?

Absolutely — And Here’s Why. Have you ever scrolled through job postings and skipped right past the “date posted” section? It might…
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Sarah Johnston

Importance of Executive Exit Negotiation Before Day One

Executives shoulder the significant responsibility of guiding organizations through complex challenges, making pivotal decisions with far-reaching consequences. While adept at negotiating entry…
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Sarah Johnston

Power of a Thank-You Note in the Job Search

We often emphasize the importance of thank-you notes in a job search, but here’s a real-life example of how a simple note…
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Sarah Pociask

My Biggest Career Mistake: Clinging to the Plan

At Briefcase Coach, an executive resume writing firm and career strategy consultancy, the team is deeply invested in the nuances of career…
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Sarah Johnston

Navigating the Global Job Market

How to get an executive job in another country Did you know that 49% of Briefcase Coach readers have looked for a…
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Sarah Johnston

Navigating Career Transitions with Authentic Purpose

Navigating Career Transitions with Authentic Purpose: A Curated Career Conversation with Suzy Welch As the founder of Briefcase Coach, one of the…
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Sarah Johnston

How to Build a Target Company List for Your Job Search in 2025

15 out-of-the-box ways to build a target company list A target company list is one of the most powerful tools a job…
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Sarah Johnston

Layoff Advice: Valuable + Actionable Advice from a Job Seeker

The belief that long-term unemployment does not affect senior-level positions is a myth. Executives often face longer job searches compared to other…
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Sarah Johnston

Job Search Strategy Spreadsheet

Job Search Strategy Spreadsheet When you are applying to 20 or more jobs per week, it is crucial to stay organized and…
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Sarah Johnston

Job Search Resources: Free or Inexpensive

Free or Inexpensive Job Search Resources Available to Job Seekers A job search can often feel daunting, especially when on a budget.…
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Sarah Johnston

How to Prepare for Performance Reviews

Prepare for performance reviews with tips from career experts As the year ends, it’s time to prepare for performance reviews. Whether you…
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Sarah Johnston

How to Create an 8-second Elevator Pitch {with samples!}

Picture this: You step into a swanky elevator, dressed to the nines, with dreams as big as the skyscraper you’re in. Suddenly,…
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Sarah Johnston

4 CFOs Give Advice on How To Conduct Company Due Diligence

Due Diligence: Advice From 4 CFOs Before Taking a Job Table of contents Importance of Culture Review of Financial Reports Assessing Financial…
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Sarah Johnston

Delayed Job Start: When To Wait And When To Move On

Delayed Job Start: When To Wait And When To Move On? You’ve probably heard of layoff anxiety, but have you heard of…
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Sarah Johnston

Get promoted: What makes you promotable?

What can employees do to help get themselves promoted? A promotion can be a great way to advance your career, gain new…
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Sarah Johnston

Expert Advice: How to Land First CMO Job

How to Land Your First Chief Marketing Officer Job: Insights From Top CMOs on how they landed their CMO position Today, the…
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Sarah Pociask

Dealing With Layoff Anxiety: 6 Practical Tips

Reduct your anxiety over a layoff with these 6 tips. If you’re feeling anxiety about layoffs, you are far from alone. According…
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Sarah Johnston

Valuable + Actionable Advice from Job Seeker during Long-Term Unemployment

Briefcase Coach, Sarah Johnston sits down to interview a client who recently landed a job after a period of long-term unemployment and…
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Sarah Johnston

Leadership Lesson: Celebrate success of other people

To celebrate the success of an employee or team member is an easy way for leaders to boost employee morale and retention…
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Sarah Pociask

December Hiring is Different this Year

December hiring typically sees a slowdown in new hire postings and job offers but this year trends are different. The fourth quarter…
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Sarah Johnston

Is Your Job Search Overwhelming? 3 key components to success

A job search can be overwhelming and exhausting. Even just the idea of searching for a job can leave you feeling paralyzed.…
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Sarah Johnston

How to Follow Up with a Recruiter

Follow Up With a Recruiter Using Notes Job searching can often feel like dating. It is important to follow up with a recruiter…
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Sarah Johnston

Best Kids’ Books about Jobs and Career Exploration

As a parent and career coach, I often get asked to give book recommendations for kids’ books about jobs and careers. Illustrated…
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Sarah Johnston

Navigating Your International Job Search

A famous quote by the philosopher St. Augustine states, “The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only…
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Sarah Johnston

How to Find a Job After Military Service

Searching for a job after military service can feel never-ending. Looking for high-quality career advice after military service but don’t know where…
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