Executive Search

In the dynamic and ever-evolving business landscape, executive search plays a pivotal role in identifying top-tier talent to lead organizations toward success. However, the process of executive search is not without its challenges. Today, as we find ourselves in the year 2023, the field of executive search is facing a new set of obstacles that…

As an organizational psychologist I’m fascinated with the way leadership has changed over the years. It’s not status or hierarchy that makes you the leader of a team anymore. It is facilitating your people to grow. More and more companies want their executives to be servant leaders. Leaders who help employees flourish instead of telling…

Employer branding is a vital part of any successful business today. Generation Z in particular – but increasingly other generations as well – are looking for employers with a clear purpose, vision and compelling values that align with their own. The fact that a strong employer brand helps to attract the best talents has definitely…

The shortage in the labor market is a fact Almost every company is struggling to find suitable candidates who meet their requirements. This can have significant impacts on businesses. When there is a shortage of labor, employees are in high demand, which can drive up wages and benefits. This can lead to increased labor costs…

People are the real drivers of change. If we want to lead companies and organizations into the future of work, we must prepare people to develop their mindset for the change in the way of working. There is no point in only considering digital tools and factual technical skills which are embedded in new digital generations. At…

“Ghosting” from candidates is increasingly becoming a rather common situation in recruiting. This is, promising candidates who just “disappear” from the process. Bad references about the company and unmet salary expectations are usually the main causes. The “we’ll call you with an answer” that recruiters promise to candidates is not always fulfilled. And even less…

In the past three years, there has been a great deal of economic turmoil and societal unrest due to the corona pandemic, the war between Russia and Ukraine and, finally, the energy crisis. Companies and their executives are therefore faced with the task of re-positioning their business to master or even survive the upcoming challenges,…

Businesses experiencing difficult times face the choice of whether to use an internal candidate or someone from outside the organization to affect a turnaround.   One approach that many organizations take is to rely on a star employee to lead the turnaround effort.  While this approach can yield significant benefits and is often looked upon…

Interest in board work is increasing, but what does the role of a board member entail? We clarify when it is appropriate to bring in an external board, the importance of a properly composed group, as well as the overall purpose and main tasks of the board. Having a professional board is an important part…