The 5 Biggest Hiring Mistakes Companies Make (and How to Avoid Them)

Written by Jill KnittelHiring the right talent has never been more important — or more competitive. Yet even well-intentioned organizations often undermine their own efforts with avoidable missteps in the hiring process. After years of working alongside leadership teams, these are the five most common hiring mistakes I see — and what to do differently. [...]

2026-01-20T07:42:12-06:00January 19th, 2026|

What is your workforce looking for in 2026?

What major shifts do you see shaping the workforce by 2026 — and how should companies be preparing now? By 2026, we’ll see three big shifts: a more fluid, skills-based labor market, an AI-augmented workplace, and a workforce that is less willing to tolerate misalignment between their values and their employer’s. Title and tenure [...]

2025-12-16T08:22:31-06:00December 16th, 2025|

A Guide to Finding Nonprofit Leadership Talent

Leadership is the lifeblood of a nonprofit. A nonprofit leader, typically the CEO or Executive Director, must be a visionary, skilled operator, passionate fundraiser, and dedicated advocate. They are the chief steward of the mission, tasked with balancing the needs of donors, the board, staff, and the community.  Finding this unique blend of business acumen [...]

2025-11-25T15:10:47-06:00November 25th, 2025|

How to Stand Out to Executive Headhunters

Top executive roles are rarely advertised; they are filled discreetly by executive headhunters who actively scout elite talent. For high-performing leaders, securing these coveted positions means being found, not applying.  Being discovered by a premier headhunter services firm requires the strategic discipline of building a strong, proactive reputation. Let’s explore how to do that. Build [...]

2025-11-25T15:07:47-06:00November 10th, 2025|

The Keys to Successful Executive Leadership Recruitment

In business, few decisions carry more weight than hiring a new leader. Selecting a C-suite executive, a VP, or a director is not merely filling a vacancy; it's a strategic move that can define a company's trajectory for years to come. The stakes are incredibly high, and the cost of a poor fit extends far [...]

2025-11-25T15:03:44-06:00November 3rd, 2025|

The Future of Academia: Why Higher Ed Needs New Leadership Models

The world of higher education is at an inflection point. Traditional models are being challenged by demographic shifts, technological disruption, new funding pressures, and a generation of students with different expectations.  Modern higher education demands a new, agile, and inclusive leadership, making the higher education leadership search process critical to institutional success, as the old [...]

2025-11-25T14:30:50-06:00October 30th, 2025|

Modern Recruiting Strategies for the Financial Services Industry

Recruiting in the financial services industry is unlike any other. The stakes are higher, the skill sets are more specialized, and the regulatory environment is infinitely more complex. Whether you're seeking a quantitative analyst, an investment banking leader, or a compliance officer, the "post and pray" method simply doesn't work.  The competition for top-tier finance [...]

2025-11-25T14:27:15-06:00October 24th, 2025|

Your Step-by-Step Guide to the Executive Search Journey

Finding the right C-suite or senior-level executive isn't just a hiring task; it's a strategic move that can define your company's future. In today's competitive landscape, the best candidates are rarely "looking" for a job. They're already employed, successful, and need to be found. This is where a dedicated executive placement agency steps in.  But [...]

2025-11-25T14:22:41-06:00October 20th, 2025|