Digitalization, with AI as a groundbreaking newcomer, will significantly impact the future of work. This influence is already underway, says digital expert and author Jo Caudron. “We’re already seeing it in so-called knowledge work – which includes HR service providers. However, in the long run, it will undoubtedly transform industries…

Next September, CFR Global Executive Search will hold its global meeting in Bruges, Belgium. By then, I will have completed one year as CEO of the organization—a perfect moment to reflect. Our members placed their trust not only in me to lead CFR Global Executive Search, but also in a…

An illustration of Greater Munich Area as example Germany achieved a mixed 23rd place in the 2024 IMD World Digital Competitive Rankings – far behind digital leading nations such as Singapore, Switzerland, Denmark, Sweden and the Netherlands. This ranking measures the ability and willingness of 67 global economies to adopt…

As social creatures, communication is fundamental to our existence because it’s how we connect, collaborate, and understand one another. In any organizations, we need to communicate to understand and cooperate– internal communication is at the heart of its success or failure. It applies to every team member – from the…

In today’s volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) world, the traditional metrics of intelligence—IQ  and EQ – are no longer sufficient to define effective leadership. Today, a new measure is rising in importance: AQ, or Adaptability Quotient. The term was popularized by Natalie Fratto, a venture capitalist at Goldman Sachs,…

Ah, vacation.  That mythical stretch of time where people are supposed to unwind, recharge, sip something with a mini umbrella in it — and definitely not reply to emails, check Teams, or sneak in a quick Zoom call from a hotel balcony. Unless, of course… they are. Welcome to the…

Hardly any conversation about a recruitment project passes without the question: How easy or difficult can this role be filled? Companies want to understand why some positions remain vacant for months, while others appear to be filled quickly and effortlessly. But what determines the complexity of a search – and…

Not everything can be covered with AI; The strategic value of keeping alumni relations As part of our 20th anniversary Trescon Slovenia decided to also share a special moment at an alumni get-together that we organized in May. It was a chance to catch up with some of our ex-colleagues…

What Really Determines Success – From a Headhunter’s Perspective When we help companies fill key leadership positions, we know that our job doesn’t end once the right candidate is selected. The real “test” begins after the contract is signed – during the manager’s first 100 days in the new role.…