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The Talent Hunt Dilemma: In-House Recruiting versus Executive Search

The Talent Hunt Dilemma: In-House Recruiting versus Executive Search In the relentless pursuit of top-tier talent, businesses are perpetually grappling with the decision between in-house recruiting and executive search services. Each approach boasts distinct advantages and challenges, making the choice a pivotal one for organizations seeking the perfect fit for their key positions. Let`s have …

The dilemma to change for the better: Why companies hesitate to hire new executive search firms

The dilemma to change for the better: Why companies hesitate to hire new executive search firms by Stephan B. Breitfeld In the world of executive recruitment, finding the right talent to lead your organization is crucial. Companies often turn to executive search consultants to identify and attract top-level talent, but there’s a prevalent hesitation to …

Embracing Interim Talent: A Strategic Move for Modern Businesses

Embracing Interim Talent: A Strategic Move for Modern Businesses 26. September 2023 By Stephan Breitfeld  Today I want to raise the topic of interim talent. The demand for interim or on-demand talent solutions is surging to unprecedented levels. Companies are increasingly turning to interim executives to bridge critical leadership gaps, adapt to rapid changes, and ensure …

Navigating International Searches: The Significance of Cultural Fit

The world is big and complicated. And the wider we search for the best candidates, the more things become important for a perfect fit. It can make the fit even better, the search more promising but the pitfalls are ever so illustrious. Let’s take a very simple example: A Finnish CEO might have a totally …

Please don’t write me! The Problem with Annoying Mass Mails on LinkedIn

05. Juli 2023 By Stephan Breitfeld  Oh, how we all love those messages. A seemingly harmless and maybe even half-way decent connection, a short message and there it is, 2-3 messages in, the blunt, annoying, unsolicited and 99% of the time useless (for me) service that I should totally get/buy/subscribe to. I’m not against forming connections …

You, I, we all work too much!

You, I, we all work too much! 28. April 2023 By Stephan Breitfeld  Let’s talk about something we all face. There is just so much to be done! As the world becomes more complex and competitive, the workload of people in leading positions – and all positions for that matter – continues to increase. Whether you …

The dying wish for a career – can we dig out the generation contract?

The dying wish for a career – can we dig out the generation contract? 23. Januar 2023 By Stephan Breitfeld  I recently read an article written by a young woman, explaining why she didn’t strive for a career. Why indeed she thought we should stop working altogether and enjoy some unemployment. Of course the article was …

Money, money, money – why don’t we just pay people more?!

Money, money, money – why don’t we just pay people more?! by Stephan Breitfeld As an executive search consultant, I look at salaries in from many different angles. Especially lately with the ever-tightening candidate market and increasing difficulties filling positions, it seems to be fair game in the salary expectations. But there’s more to it …