How can I revise my title?
I'm looking for feedback about how I can resolve a resume issue regarding title. After being laid off from my previous job, I accepted a position earlier this year at a large corporation. I immediately realized it was the wrong culture and wrong role so I am job hunting again. The problem is my current title does not accurately reflect the level of work I perform nor that of my previous roles. I previously held Director and above roles and this one is a manager role even though I am performing director-level work (team management, strategy development, budgeting, hiring, firing etc). Any ideas of how I can reposition my title (the description will appropriately define my senior-level responsibilities) so I don't get excluded for appropriate level roles because of my current title?
Hi Nancy, I've found myself in this situation before as well. I think it doesn't necessarily matter if you have Manager vs. Director, it is still a leadership role. Also, companies have different definitions of manager vs. director. So while one company may refer to a role as a Director, another company could have the exact same role (in terms of responsibilities) but call it a Manager. I think you're in a great position either way as your experience will truly speak for itself! Just make sure to not leave out any of your great leadership experience. Good luck!
Look to peers you respect on LinkedIn and professional networks such as NAPW or Non-profit organizations and their senior level titles. Personally I would not get hung up on a title. Their just letters that makes words. Doesn't define who you are or what you bring to the work environment.