Category: Talent Management

“A” Player Decision Making

“A” Player Decision Making

The concepts of Topgrading, the bestselling hiring /staffing book by Brad Smart, align well with our Performance-Based approach to hiring. Brad Smart’s blog has a great article on how “A”…

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Making Reference Checks Count

Making Reference Checks Count

Employers are uneven on the subject of reference checks. Many check references very thoroughly, and even employ outside services. But, we also hear, “why bother – HR will only give…

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Flexibility in Staffing – Give Yourself Wiggle Room

Flexibility in Staffing – Give Yourself Wiggle Room

We always advocate precision in hiring: Specify the critical results (in the form of SMART objectives) you want from a candidate, and hire someone who can deliver those results. This…

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Welcome

A great executive search firm brings its clients “A” players every time – top performers who produce specific, measurable results and have an impact on your bottom line. Our precision…

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Hiring Paradigm Shift Gets “A” Players

Hiring Paradigm Shift Gets “A” Players

Successful entrepreneur and investor Dave Berkus wrote a blog titled Hire Each Employee as if Your Survival Depends Upon it. In this blog, Dave talks about the critical importance of…

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Interviewing Basics

Interviewing Basics

Vault.com has some good ideas about basic interviewing in this video.  To these basics, we would add the following: When talking about weaknesses, it is good to show how…

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Take a Candidate to Lunch

Take a Candidate to Lunch

SHRM offers several books about bad behavior by employees. The titles have to do with discipline, conflicts, bullying, performance problems, turf wars, and in general, dealing with difficult people. How does…

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The 2% Difference

The 2% Difference

Executives who tolerate “B” and “C” players on their teams give up a lot. Let’s quantify it: Let’s say you are a CEO with 5 key management team reports, running…

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Multigenerational Households – Impact on Employers

Multigenerational Households – Impact on Employers

The percentage of Americans living in multigenerational households has increased 33% since 1980. After steadily declining for the 40 years prior (1940-1980), the rate reversed and started climbing. The last…

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The Role of Data-Driven Recruitment in Modern Manufacturing
The Role of Data-Driven Recruitment in Modern Manufacturing

The Role of Data-Driven Recruitment in Modern Manufacturing

Modern manufacturing is evolving rapidly, driven by complex supply chains, technological advancements, and growing competition. With challenges like skill shortages and high turnover rates, manufacturing recruitment now demands smarter, more…...

How Executive Search Firms Drive Strategic Growth in Defense Industries
How Executive Search Firms Drive Strategic Growth in Defense Industries

How Executive Search Firms Drive Strategic Growth in Defense Industries

The defense sector relies on strong leadership to drive innovation, ensure compliance, and manage complex operations. Executive search firms identify top talent who align with an organization's long-term goals. By…...

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