Posts by Aleksander Sokler

Amsterdam, the city of canals, tulips, and rich history, was the place for the yearly global event of CFR partners from all over the world. This year organized by BeljonWesterterp and this global meeting promised not just business discussions but also a chance to celebrate our worldwide partnerships. September 20th, the clock struck 5 p.m.,…

The debate over Human Intelligence versus Artificial Intelligence has reached a fever pitch in the realm of executive search, where time is of the essence and the hunt of top talent is relentless. As executive search specialists, we realize our indispensable position while appreciating AI’s disruptive potential. This article examines how the interaction of human…

For many IT and service sector businesses, remote work has become the new norm. While the hiring process for remote positions may not differ significantly, onboarding and retaining remote employees can prove more challenging than in mixed work environments. Consider this scenario: You’ve found the perfect candidate, and they’re set to join your team in…

Recent years have brought a series of complex challenges to the job market. This period has been characterized by the impact of the pandemic, war, economic fluctuations, and political unrest. This has contributed to an unpredictable market that has greatly affected all industries in different ways – especially when it comes to workforce planning. For…

Every year, our global partners meet for a three-day meeting to discuss trends in Executive Search, exchange best practices and see how all of this can benefit our clients globally.  This year’s meeting was held in Amsterdam from September 20th to September 22nd and was hosted by our Netherlands partner, BeljonWesterterp.  It was a particularly…

The labor market becomes more and more international and yet we still face so many differences in law, languages and culture between the various nations. This is great for our feeling to belong somewhere, but difficult for doing HR business in another country.  When we started our company BeljonWesterterp in 1991 in The Netherlands it…

A valuable people engagement tool and a chance to live and show company values A red stripped truck serving burgers, a white one offering fish and chips, a gorgeously smelling stand of grilled Balkan specialties, seafood from the North, ice cream, whipped cream, 20+ different ice cream toppings and ad-ons of different colors … beer,…

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 feedback from new employees on…

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” model of leadership. The implications…