A common point of confusion for executive job seekers is understanding that talking about your experience and “what you can bring to the table” is not the same as sharing your Value Story. It seems like they are the same thing but successful executive candidates have nailed down the nuances in a way that positions them as the solution to specific problems employers have. The Value Story shows the circumstance, situation, or challenge that throughout your career you have been uniquely adept at handling due to your perspective, style, or natural gifts. It’s different than a recounting of academic degrees and former positions held.
ExecuNet career strategists Saundra Botts and Kathleen Pringle explain in this excerpt from a Q&A for Premium members.
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"What Will Get You Hired Now—and What’s Holding You Back"
