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💡Steve Jobs said: "Great things in business are never done by one person; they're done by a team of people." 🤝 Glad to be surrounded by such a great team, that works, wins, fails and improves together. Great addition - we also laugh a lot 😁! See this cute shot of Sarah Diehl and me for an article we wrote #StayTuned.

Not a political post, just an observation on my own profession: this NYT piece does a good job of illuminating an often frustratingly opaque process -- namely, who gets picked in an executive search, and most important, why. For all the (many) times I'm asked by a board chair or CEO about Bridge Partners - Executive Search's data-based or science-led methodology for identifying candidates, when it comes down to it, the final choice between finalists invariably comes down to "rapport," "comfort-level," or "vibe." Seems my anecdotal experience found application at the Naval Observatory, too: "For Ms. Harris, it was an instinctive reaction to an instant connection rather than a data-driven exercise[.]" Regardless of your political persuasion, there's good information in this article about the decision making process at the highest levels -- what human elements are at play versus so-called hard skills and experiences -- and most interesting for me, there are great observations on candidate anxiety and behavior, including things that might turn off a hiring authority. (Hint: Questions to the hiring team are good, they show interest and engagement. Too many questions are...not always good.)

We celebrated Entrepreneur’s Day last week and you know how much I enjoy working with business owners and how I respect the entrepreneurial spirit. But you don’t have to be a business owner to bring an entrepreneurial drive to your role, no matter where you are in your career. At Randstad, I see how having an entrepreneurial mindset drives success. I see it in recruiters, staffing managers, area vice presidents. And those folks who have that drive understand that success isn’t just about meeting their targets; it’s about making meaningful connections, driving growth, and facilitating opportunities for both talent and clients. Every interaction becomes a stepping stone toward something better. So, to all our team members at Randstad: keep building those bridges, making connections, and thriving on your own entrepreneurial journey. 🙌💪

What does Wallace Hill Executive Support do? On Wednesday we shared 'Who' we are and now we discuss 'What' we do. Stay tuned over the next week to learn more about our story and what drives us to provide high quality services to our clients every day. Comment, like, love or repost our posts to help us reach more businesses who need an amazing Executive VA in their life. #executiveassistant #executiveVA #virtualassistant #VA #ourstory #reliable #efficient #proactive #productive #flexible #costeffective #noregrets #heretohelp #wallacehillexecutivesupport

"What I love most about NIQ is the problem-solving nature of the business, my role is about understanding the challenges and the pain points of our clients and helping them find solutions." That's Stuart, our Global Client Business Partner! 🚀 He tells us that with all the solutions available at NIQ, there's always an answer to our clients' questions. It's just about understanding truly what the question is and bringing the experts together to find that answer. Finding those answers and presenting them is where he feels he makes the most impact in his work! Listen to Stuart's story below, and discover how you can help show the world what people want. Explore our career opportunities at NIQ: https://ow.ly/L2Uc30sB9rM #LifeAtNIQ

Although I work across all divisions within Executive Search along with Sarah Orange, Adam Myles and Danielle McIlveen, I tend to have a leaning towards these types of roles. Here's a quick snapshot of what's been keeping me busy over the last number of months. If you want to understand more about our unique Executive Search methodology and how we could help your business get in touch. [email protected] #executivesearch

Every role at RPS isn't just a job; it's a new chapter in the epic saga of your professional life. Embark on this exhilarating journey of success, innovation, and growth, and together, let's script a story that not only stands the test of time but also serves as an inspiration for many. https://bit.ly/3VN1Vvv #inclusiveemployer #strongertogether

From both sides now…. As I'm changing career gears from CEO into Non-Exec and Chair roles, I'm reflecting on the key relationships between Exec and Non-Exec members of the Board, and especially that of the Chair and CEO.  I've been fortunate with both my Chairmen Mark Winlow and Martin Bennett who gave time, great advice and built trust and openness. The intensity of the CEO role – right in the centre of the fire hydrant of data, stakeholders, risk, decisions and leadership means that she needs the cool heads of the Board to help her see around corners and evaluate the bigger picture. At the same time, from the CEO perspective, occasionally Non-Execs can seem out of touch and therefore unrealistic in their expectations of what the business can achieve. Inevitably, this asymmetry can cause tensions. So – from my perspective of seeing both sides now here’s how to build robust and high performing Board relationships.

It's been a minute since we introduced ourselves... Meet the team behind the decades of diverse experience that is at your organization's finger tips. From strategy to succession to marketing to recruiting, the team at Decision Associates offer a unique blend of expertise that will result in a long-term, growth-driven relationship. https://bit.ly/3ubA1v3

A chief of staff can be instrumental to a CEO’s success while also advancing their own career. Here are eight pieces of advice from those who have mastered the role.