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7 Interview Questions to Ask Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Candidates

A C-suite interview has a much different dynamic than a standard mid-level management interview. The stakes are higher because the[...]
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Executive Search

The Role of AI in Executive Search

Are you one of the 73 percent of companies investing in recruitment automation? As generative artificial intelligence (AI) penetrates many industries, HR and talent acquisition are transforming. AI technologies can streamline the executive search process, improve candidate matching, and enhance decision-making by quickly collecting large amounts of data, analyzing it to identify patterns, and presenting […]
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Executive Search

Common Misconceptions About Executive Search Firms

by Pete Petrella
In the world of recruiting, misconceptions often run rampant when talking about executive search firms. Despite the value of dedicated executive recruitment firms, many organizations continually question whether outsourcing a high-level executive or C-suite search is worth the cost. To educate our audience on the advantages of aligning with a proven executive recruiting firm, I’m […]
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Employee Retention Starts with Your Job Posting

“Out with the Great Resignation, In with the Great Retention” is the title of a recent Forbes article. In today’s tight labor market, retaining your current employees—by listening to their needs, creating pathways for growth, and recognizing and rewarding them—should be leaders’ focus in 2023. However, employee retention efforts should start sooner than you may […]
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5 Interview Questions to Ask Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) Candidates

The pandemic and current economic uncertainty have reshaped what it takes to be an effective leader in 2023. Beyond business acumen, industry knowledge, and the ability to make difficult decisions, today’s leaders need the skills to navigate change and motivate a diverse workforce. This new C-suite requires interviewers and executive recruiters to modify the interview […]
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Company Culture

Communicating Corporate Culture Through Employer Branding

While an organization’s culture is only one component of its employer brand, it’s one of the main reasons why job candidates decide to join—and remain with—a company. A good cultural fit results when a candidate’s beliefs and behaviors align with the organization’s values and culture. When aligned, the candidate will be more likely to become […]
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Talent Acquisition

Assessing Leadership Skills in an Interview

by Pete Petrella
Leaders are the backbone of any successful business. They have a number of talents that range from influencing to managing people, and they know how best to motivate workers while maintaining the morale of everyone involved in the organization’s success. Soft skills versus hard skills Most job descriptions require a combination of hard and soft […]
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Executive Search

Bringing ROI to the Recruiting Process with Assessment Tools

by Carl Kutsmode
If there’s one thing my experience in executive search has taught me, it’s that data has power. Nowhere is that more evident than in the executive search process when leveraging behavioral and cognitive assessments. Using people data to make smarter, more efficient hires presents a game-changing scenario for any business—regardless of industry. Why Do Companies […]
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Executive Search

Paying Below Market Compensation for High Demand Skillsets

by Carl Kutsmode
Throughout my years in the talent acquisition and executive search industries, I’ve come across countless clients who pride themselves on refusing to pay market rates for in-demand talent. Regardless of whether their companies are hiring for high-level IT candidates or seeking skilled hourly laborers, their mantra remains the same: “Let’s underpay below market so we […]
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Executive Search

What is the Cost of a Bad Hire?

by Pete Petrella
Many HR executives often focus on hiring the right candidate to join their organization. But have you ever considered how much it would cost if you chose to hire the wrong talent for an open role? What is the downside of bringing on an individual in an executive position who doesn’t quite fit within your […]
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