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I’m thrilled to say: The newsletter is back.

We’ve missed connecting with you—and sharing the ideas, insights, and tools that help leaders like you move forward. While we’re testing the best day and time to land in your inbox, one thing won’t change: this will be your space for bold, unexpected, and practical leadership advice.

We can’t wait to hear what you think.
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-Ify

Want to position yourself as the leader they can’t afford to miss?
​Learn how the best hiring decisions are made—and reverse-engineer your approach to stand out.

Here’s the truth: Hiring managers aren’t dazzled by titles or résumés alone.
They’re chasing outcomes.

To position yourself, start here:
​What results define your impact?

• Did you build a product that broke records?
• Did you create a strategy that turned chaos into clarity?
• Did you shape a team culture that people won’t stop raving about?

These are the stories that matter—and the ones hiring managers remember.

Here’s an example:
Let’s say you led a team that increased revenue by 20% during a tough economic year. Don’t just list that achievement—show how you made it happen.

Hiring managers dig for context because the “how” reveals who you really are as a leader. Connect your achievements to their challenges:

• What barriers did you face, and how did you overcome them?
• What choices or trade-offs did you make?
• How did your work directly impact the team, culture, or bottom line?

But don’t wait for an interview to tell this story.

Make your leadership impact clear in every step of the hiring process:

• Rewrite your résumé to highlight not just the results but the strategies and decisions behind them.
• Use your cover letter to bridge your story to the organization’s goals.
• Lead with curiosity—ask questions that show you’re already thinking like a teammate.

And when the time comes, think like a hiring manager in interviews.
Hiring decisions often hinge on follow-ups, so be ready to go deep:

• Why did you choose that approach?
• How did you measure success?
• What would you do differently next time?

These aren’t just questions to prepare for—they’re opportunities to prove your expertise, resilience, and alignment with their vision.

Here’s the reality:
The leaders who thrive don’t just blend in. They stand out by demonstrating clarity, confidence, and connection to the results that matter most.

Start today—rewrite one career win to show not just what you did, but how you made an impact.

Leadership isn’t just about what you’ve done—it’s about proving why you’re exactly what they need next.

Always in your corner,
Ify

Open Roles: COO at StriveTogether

Some leaders manage operations. The right leader transforms them.

StriveTogether is building pathways to economic mobility for 4 million more young people by 2030—and they need a COO who can align vision with action.

As COO, you’ll partner with CEO Jennifer Blatz to scale a $40M organization and foster an equitable culture of trust, accountability, and results. Your work will power the infrastructure that helps communities nationwide achieve real change.

Applications close January 27, 2025.

➡️ Learn more and apply​

P.S. For those of you who’ve been with us for a while: Thank you. Your leadership story inspires everything we do. As you reflect on where you’re headed next, I’d like to offer the first 25 people 15% off Premium Access—a small way to help you step confidently into your next chapter.

This isn’t just about tools or strategies—it’s about creating the clarity and momentum you need to lead with purpose. If you’re ready to invest in yourself and what’s ahead, this is your chance to start strong before the year wraps up.