Darrell W. Gurney, CPC (Certified Personnel Consultant), has been a professional recruiter for over 14 years. He has coached and supported thousands of job-seeking professionals at all levels through profitable career transitions. In addition to running his own firm, he writes articles for trade publications and speaks regularly at national industry events. Affiliated with over 600 executive recruiters worldwide, Darrell has won awards and praise from colleagues, clients, and candidates alike.

A Summa Cum Laude graduate of the University of Texas with degrees in Finance and International Business, Darrell spent his early career with Arthur Young (Ernst & Young) and MGM/United Artists Pictures. Through these initial experiences, he developed an understanding of the corporate structure and what it takes to get ahead. Based in Los Angeles, his search firm places professionals nationwide. Microsoft, America Online, Hunt-Wesson, and American Express have all utilized Darrell's professional services.

A staunch advocate of what he calls "career partnership™," Darrell promotes a lifetime of teamwork between job seekers and their recruiters. Through his online advice column, The Career Secrets™ Newsletter, media interviews, public speaking and other venues, Darrell's purpose is to empower individuals to reap the most from their life's work.

Look for mentions of Headhunters Revealed! Career Secrets for Choosing and Using Professional Recruiters in Joyce Lain Kennedy's (LA Times Syndicate) Sunday columns "Careers Now," seen in papers nationwide. Also, check out the authors own "Ask the Career Meister™" column at http://www.careersecrets.com. Use this great content on career-oriented Web sites and in newsletters by downloading at http://www.iSyndicate.com (search for "Ask the Career Meister™" articles). Listen for Darrell on drive-time radio interviews beginning in January, 2001!