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Ask the recruiter: Focus on broad skill set to beat a ‘stagnant' perception

Long tenure at one staff position with one group requires those seeking CEO jobs to demonstrate growth and breadth of experience Pangburn, left, and Hudson Question: I have been vice president of membership marketing at the same association for more than 10 years and I feel like recruiters wonder why I haven't advanced and whether I can handle change. How can I address those concerns as I seek a chief executive position? Wendy PangburnManaging DirectorPangburn PartnersYou are right. Ten years in the same position might send signals that you could be a bit stagnant in your career. But there are ways to help your resume tell the story of your career trajectory during that… Read More