What if the reason you’re not landing the roles you want has nothing to do with your capability? In this episode, I go behind the scenes of what’s really happening in the executive job market—what people are saying, what’s actually working, and why so many talented professionals are getting stuck. You’ll learn why networking alone isn’t enough, why simply applying won’t get you noticed, and how your reputation plays a bigger role than you think.
Listen in as I unpack the gap between what people believe the executive journey looks like and what it actually requires, especially if you’re trying to land a new role, level up, or quietly exit your current position. I also break down the biggest myths around job hunting at this level, including why it’s not a volume game, why working harder isn’t the answer, and what actually moves the needle. You’ll come away with tips on how to get clearer on your strategy, what it takes to approach offers and negotiations with confidence, and how you can start showing up as the asset you already are.
What You’ll Learn In Today’s Episode:
- How reputation impacts your opportunities.
- The real reason peers get better results.
- Why networking alone isn’t enough.
- How to get clear on your job search strategy.
- What actually matters in executive hiring.
- How to approach offers and negotiations.
- Why hard work and loyalty won’t guarantee progression.
- How to build confidence before you feel ready.
- Why executive job searches aren’t a numbers game.
- Why you need to treat yourself like an asset.
Ideas Worth Sharing:
“There is a real gap between what people think the executive journey looks like and what it actually requires.” – Elisia Keown Share on X “Job hunting is not a volume game at this level. This is a game of precision and positioning.” – Elisia Keown Share on X “You don’t need to work harder, you need to get clearer about your executive job search.” – Elisia Keown Share on XResources In Today’s Episode:
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