VUCA vs BANI – “Our Own Experience”
As a CEO and an owner of an Executive Search firm Bo Le Associates, my team and I get the chance to frequently speak with business leaders and entrepreneurs. The overwhelming feedback recently is that the domestic and global environment remains very challenging with uncertainty caused by geo-political tensions, tariffs…
Read MoreThe Power of Recommendations
Why personal exchange and networking are of great importance in an increasingly digitalised world. A balance between personal and digital Digitalisation is omnipresent in today’s working world. Virtual meetings, social media and digital platforms have revolutionised the way we work and communicate. But despite these technological changes, the personal aspect…
Read MoreExecutive Search Topics for 2025
During the first four years of this decade, the only variable that has remained the same is the disruption for company leaders in different business sectors. The pandemic, wars, climate change, artificial intelligence, the political and social reorganization of countries have been, among others, some of the great challenges faced…
Read MoreLeadership and Innovation in Asia: Navigating the Future of Executive Search
Asia is a world of opportunity for global companies, with its dynamic, fast-growing markets. But the challenge lies in identifying leaders who can excel both in cutting-edge innovation and within culturally rich, diverse environments. At CFR Global Executive Search, we understand this complexity and specialize in placing executives who combine…
Read MoreEmployees from high-status countries are more likely to be considered potential managers
A recent study conducted at IESE Business School and Copenhagen Business School examines nationality as a source of inequality (differences that do suggest hierarchies or unequal status). While we empathize more with our fellow countrymen, we don’t necessarily consider them better leaders. Our beliefs about competence are steeped in bias.…
Read MoreBridging Borders, the Value of International Cooperation
Last September, we had (the BeljonWesterterp team from the Netherlands) the privilege of attending the annual international CFR Global Executive Search meeting in Montreal in Canada. This conference, aimed at professionals in the executive search field, focused on strengthening international connections and leveraging each other’s expertise. Although we had previously…
Read MoreSticky Company Culture as a Foundation for Retention: Ensure Your Employees Stick Around
In a tight labor market, companies naturally open their doors to new employees. However, it’s equally important to keep the “back door” closed if you want to ensure the continuity of your business and grow for the future. This can be achieved by fostering a values-driven and lasting company culture.…
Read MoreInnovation and Collaboration: Highlights from CFR Global Executive Search Conference in Montreal 2024
CFR Global Executive Search is an alliance of independent executive search companies that combine to create one of the world’s most robust recruiting networks — helping members serve clients globally. PIXCELL is the exclusive partner of CFR Global Executive Search in Canada and hosted this year’s CFR Montreal 2024 event.…
Read MoreWhy Hiring an Executive Search Company?
Hiring an executive search company is often a more effective strategy than conducting the search internally, especially when seeking top-tier talent for crucial leadership roles. Executive search firms bring specialized expertise, extensive networks, and a strategic approach that most organizations cannot match internally. Candidate Pool One of the key advantages…
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