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5 Strategies for Successful (and Long-Term) Executive Recruitment
Posted July 29th, 2022 in Articles
When hiring executives who will lead your company into the future, you need to make informed decisions. You need to choose individuals whose vision and values align with those of your company and who are willing to be in it for the long haul. Regularly replacing executives can be both costly and disruptive, and it can prevent companies from reaching their full potential.
Of course, finding the individuals you want to run your company is only half of the battle. You also need to convince these individuals that they should sign on. With this in mind, here are five key strategies for successful (and long-term) executive recruitment:
1. Conducting an Exhaustive (But Effective) Search
An executive search should be just that—a search. Publishing a job posting and then reviewing the resumes that come in is not an effective strategy for recruiting talented executives. Companies need to develop specific search parameters, cast a wide net, and then identify desirable candidates who they will seek to actively recruit on an individual level.
2. Scheduling In-Person Interviews and Meetings
A good executive will function effectively both as a leader and as part of a team. With this in mind, companies should consider scheduling in-person interviews and meetings with multiple individuals at various levels of their corporate organizations. Do candidates exhibit leadership qualities? Are they able to quickly establish a good rapport? Do they have any tendencies that are likely to lead to acrimony or conflict? In many respects, these considerations are just as important as candidates’ personal backgrounds and leadership experience.
3. Offering Unique Benefits and Opportunities
Today’s market is extremely competitive, and, as a result, companies need to offer unique benefits and opportunities in order to attract talented executives. From vested shares to opportunities to lead the company in an entirely new direction, companies should consider—and promote—all of the options they can put on the table.
4. Focusing on Top Candidates’ Wants and Needs
While companies will often need to offer attractive compensation and benefit packages just to start the conversation, they must also be willing to focus on top candidates’ wants and needs. By tailoring their offerings to individual candidates, companies can frequently set themselves apart from their competitors.
5. Focusing on Compatibility
Finally, and perhaps most importantly, companies need to focus on compatibility. If an executive position at your company isn’t a good long-term fit, it is just a stepping stone to the next opportunity. Companies that take their time, do their due diligence, and make the right offer to the right candidate can hire executives that will lead their companies for years to come.
Contact Mithras Investments for More Information
Mithras Investments provides executive recruitment consulting services to companies across the United States and around the world. If you would like to speak with a consultant about your company’s executive search needs, we invite you to call 305-517-7911 or contact us online to arrange an initial consultation.
