Among the human resources tools currently in vogue, the surprise, discovery, or astonishment report (pick one!) is becoming an essential part of successful recruitment, and more and more companies are using this exercise to ensure the successful integration of a new employee.  The aim of this document is to obtain…

Leadership has evolved over time, shaped by various factors such as societal changes, technological advancements, and shifts in values and priorities. The traditional hierarchical and authoritative leadership style, often associated with the “old” model of leadership, is being challenged by a more collaborative and inclusive approach, which characterizes the “new”…

With increasing competition in the job market and constantly evolving environments, talent acquisition has become increasingly crucial for every organization. To attract the best talents, we need to adapt to new trends and approaches. One key trend transforming the face of modern recruitment is its growing personalization. The personal approach…

During the last years many organizations have become flatter due to extensive de-layering and at the same time, the number of start-ups, whose organizations are flat, has exploded. This increasing lack of hierarchy leads companies to look for Managers/Leaders that can lead with lack of authority.  Leading without authority can…

Leadership plays a crucial role in driving organizational success and inspiring teams to achieve their full potential. To excel as a leader, it is essential to possess a well-rounded set of competencies that encompass various skills, behaviours, and qualities. Leadership competency frameworks provide a structured approach to identify, develop, and…

In the fast-paced and highly competitive business landscape, the demand for talented executives who can drive innovation, steer companies towards growth, and navigate complex challenges is ever-increasing. Traditional executive search methods often relied on manual processes, which were time-consuming, subjective, and limited in their ability to uncover the best candidates.…

In a challenging and constantly evolving global job market, characterised in some industries by chronic talent shortages, search firms face the ongoing challenge of identifying, sourcing, and securing the best talent for their clients. Up until the last few years, it would be safe to make the generalisation that those…

What makes some people have successful careers with prestigious titles at the most exciting companies? If you ask individuals who hold these positions, it is not uncommon to hear answers like “talented,” “worked harder than others,” “sacrificed a lot,” “extremely ambitious,” and “had a clear plan.” While these factors may…

In former times, the Headhunting & Executive Search market in Germany was pretty transparent, highly structured and in many aspects political. Many different service-offerings were clearly defined – and were pursuing similar processes in differing industry sectors and search levels.  Nowadays, and especially in post-covid times, little seems to be…