In some respects, the dynamics of interviewing and hiring parallel those of dating and marriage. In search of a relationship, two parties meet, converse, evaluate and decide. If there’s common ground, good chemistry and strong prospects of future success, they move forward. If they agree to join forces, it can lead to a long-term, productive outcome in which each is happy with the other.
Other times however, the setting becomes too contrived or rehearsed. The process is flawed or the participants aren’t clear in their objectives. Neither party may intentionally misrepresent the truth, but neither party is likely to volunteer negative information. It’s no surprise in these situations that if they ‘get married’, a day will come when one or both realizes ‘the honeymoon is over.’
As an executive recruiter, I evaluate many considerations in search of a good fit. Hiring mistakes are costly and disruptive. They reflect poorly on all involved, including my firm. Fortunately, we’ve enjoyed considerable success in getting it right, but not without an occasional scar. Experience teaches valuable lessons. Oftentimes, we learn as much or more from our mistakes as we do from our successes.
We’d like to offer the benefit of our experience, both the successes and failures. Because as a client, few decisions will impact profitability more, for better or worse, than people decisions. And as a candidate, few decisions impact your life more than those made in your career. Improving your discernment in these decisions will greatly enhance your success.
We’ll break down the progression and complexities of the search process to remove some of the mystery. How does each party decide and what can you do to increase your chances of success? What relevant information about the job isn’t likely to appear in the posting? What relevant information about a candidate isn’t likely to show up on a resume?
We’ll provide insights from clients and candidates designed to improve your view. Each party clearly has their unique considerations and needs. But aligning those interests, in search of a good fit, is the essence of what we do.
If you’re as passionate as we are about making intelligent people decisions, you’ll find value in these insights. You may also avoid unnecessary pain and heartaches. Whether dating or interviewing, as long as people are people, there will always be elements of intrigue, mystique and surprise. But sometimes, a little bit of those go a long way.
Let us know how we may put our experience to work for you.
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