Searching for a new executive job while you’re currently employed has distinct advantages, but also clear disadvantages. Here are 7 strategies for seeking a new executive job while in your current job.

1. Kim Meninger
Executive Coach & Career Strategist
Kim@ExecutiveCareerSuccess.com
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7 Tips for Seeking a
New Executive Job
While You’re Employed

2. • It’s often easier to find a job when you have a
job.
• You’re in a better position to negotiate without a
high sense of urgency and desperation.
But, there are disadvantages as well. Here are 7
strategies for seeking a new executive job while
you’re employed.
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Seeking a new executive job while you’re
employed has clear advantages:

3. You don’t have the luxury of
time, so you need to focus
your efforts.
• Know exactly what you
want from your next role.
• Know what you are
unwilling to accept.
• Target only opportunities
that align with your
goals/interests.
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1. Have a clear plan

4. Don’t raise suspicions
during your search.
• You may not find a new
job immediately and don’t
want to risk your current
job.
• You’ll want to leave on the
best possible terms to
avoid burning bridges.
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2. Stay focused on your current job

5. Even if you trust your
colleagues, it’s risky to
discuss your plans.
• Your decision may be
perceived as an act of
disloyalty.
• You may be shut out of
key projects/meetings.
• Your job could be
threatened.
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3. Don’t discuss your plans with co-workers

6. Discreetly share your plans
with external contacts in
your professional network.
Be selective and stress the
need for confidentiality.
Consider approaching a
headhunter.
He/she has access to the
hidden job market and
understands the need for
discretion.
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4. Network with people you trust

7. • Don’t broadcast your
job search activities on
social media.
• Don’t trust your privacy
settings.
• Use LinkedIn
strategically, but don’t
advertise your interest
in finding a new job.
• Don’t post your resume
to job boards.
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5. Be cautious about social media

8. Even if you have an office,
privacy is never
guaranteed.
• You may be overheard
by your colleagues.
• Your Internet usage
may be monitored.
You’ll be more easily
accessible if you use your
cell phone.
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6. Don’t use your company phone or e-mail

9. • Regardless of the
circumstances, never
speak badly about your
current employer.
• Don’t engage in
questionable/unethical
activities.
• Prospective employers
may question your
character.
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7. Be respectful of your current employer

10. These 7 strategies will help you navigate
this complex process.
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Searching for a new job while employed
can be challenging.

11. Kim Meninger
Executive Coach & Career Strategist
Kim@ExecutiveCareerSuccess.com
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