It seems that everyone has their own particular perception of/about Executive Search. While many people understand the concept of a “recruiter”, misperceptions arise when terms liked Retained Search vs. Contingent Search, or non-exclusive vs. exclusive get added into the conversation. Because the truth is while many talent acquisition professionals are labeled as “recruiters”, the various […]
3 Questions to ask an Executive Search Firm
We are asked all the time by prospective client companies, what questions should I ask you? So thought it helpful to share some key questions to use when interviewing a retained executive search firm to fill a key role in your organization. The first key point that is important to understand prior to addressing the […]
10 Signs You Should Invest in Retained Executive Search
1. Your executive role is imperative to the success of your organization You cannot afford to make a mistake on this hire, either because you filled this role before with the wrong person that did not stay, or they did not achieve the results that you had hoped. Perhaps the role has been open too […]
9 Advantages to Using a Retained Executive Search Firm
If you have a high level position that you are trying to fill, it may be worth considering bringing in a Retained Executive Search firm. Here are 9 Advantages to Using a Retained Executive Search Firm. 1. You get the best talent available, not just the best talent that responded to your opening. Job postings […]
The True Cost of a Bad Hire
It’s understandable that some companies, given limited resources, are unable to engage outside sources for their talent acquisition needs. Some companies have successful in-house teams that are capable of finding and engaging top talent. But the truth is that most do not. On the surface the “upfront” cost of hiring an executive search firm can […]
It is time for Brand Strategy + Talent Strategy to connect
Over the past several months we’ve spoken with a number of potential clients about challenges facing their talent and recruitment strategy and have found there’s a common thread that points to the core problem. While these companies vary in team size, revenue and culture, they’re all experiencing challenges in finding and on-boarding the right people […]
The Future of Recruitment: Executive Search 4.0
Recruitment 3.0 was a shift away from traditional techniques (for example, job postings) to searching for the best talent, preferably the best passive talent. 3.0 was a shift to engaging passive talent, creating talent communities, and the importance of employer brand. From here we are now moving forward to Recruitment 4.0, the “future” of recruitment. […]
Talent has gone Digital, but not HR
http://ebooks.capgemini-consulting.com/Digital-HR-Paper-2013/#/3/zoomed Based on a whitepaper by Cap Gemini Consulting, some interesting statistics regarding the use of digital in HR. Talent has embraced digital far more that the HR departments in most Fortune 500 companies surveyed. “Only 6% of organizations use social recruiting as a way to interact with potential candidates and strengthen the employer brand” […]
Bridging the Digital Talent Gap
Perhaps you’ve seen it. The recent report from the Online Marketing Institute discussing the Digital Talent Gap. The demand for talent with a deep understanding of Digital Marketing has grown exponentially but the talent pool has not. Companies from the top advertising agencies to the Fortune 500 are feeling the pinch and as digital technology […]
5 key points for hiring in 2014 (and beyond)
Make sure your organization is clear on what you need. Starting the hiring process without a clear understanding of what talent your company needs is problematic. The hiring process should make what you are seeking clearer but not be the method you use to define what it is you are seeking. The “I’ll know it […]