There are tons of recruiters in the world—some more helpful than others. If you have been a professional for any amount of time, your experiences with recruiters may have led you to develop one of the opinions below. “Recruiters don’t care about finding the right match. They just wanted to make a placement and get paid.” The way we see…
The investment landscape is constantly shifting, and for Operating Partners in Venture Capital (VC) and Private Equity (PE) firms, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. We’re seeing a fascinating trend in where capital is being deployed, and understanding these hot areas can inform your strategic decision-making within your portfolio companies. Here’s a breakdown of where the “smart money” is…
Have you ever been stuck in job hunt limbo for weeks, not knowing how many interviews stand between you and an offer (or even a rejection)? Has your organization ever done this to a candidate? If so, you are not alone. Across the board, the number of steps prospective employees must go through before landing the role is increasing. A…
Congratulations on finishing your job interview! The hard part is behind you, but just like preparation was crucial for you to feel confident in the interview room, you still face one more stage for the process to be a success: proper follow-up action. Here is what to do after a job interview to make sure you leave a lasting impression…
A few weeks ago, we provided tips on answering the toughest interview questions. Mastering those responses will give you greater confidence during a job interview, but leaving a great impression on a potential employer also depends on what you do before the interview itself. Here are a few ways to make sure you are prepared for whatever the big day…
Job interviews are all about preparation. As the interviewee, you put in the work on the front end to have thoughtful answers ready to go for the most likely questions you will be asked. That way, during the interview, you can focus some energy on evaluating the company and interviewers, just as they are evaluating you. These questions may seem…
In Executive Search, the rule that “outputs are only as good as inputs” is true. A high-touch, boutique recruiter will consider a candidate pool of tens or hundreds before submitting to their client only the best few. But even for the most thorough, scrupulous recruiters, the caliber of the submitted group will depend on the candidate pool the recruiter began…
For most of our Commercial Banking and Commercial Finance recruiters, 2023 was slower than usual. High interest rates, demand for deposits, and suppressed credit appetites stifled growth. This year, though firms are still facing the same uncertainties, they are beginning to make some strategic hires. This article is a high-level, brief overview of the current hiring conditions of each sector…
Resignations can be difficult and a little awkward, but—like growing pains—they are the necessary first step toward beginning a better opportunity. As you prepare to resign, here are a few steps to follow. Gather your thoughts and remember your ‘why’: Take some time to reflect. Write down your reasons for leaving your current job and for taking a new job.…
Elise Gay just received the 2023 Ralph Mosley Award, ThinkingAhead’s highest honor given to one recruiter who truly exemplifies integrity (check out our core values for how we define integrity in recruiting). A 6-year veteran in our Life Sciences Practice, Elise represents our shared commitment to the highest standard of ethics in recruiting. But as a jobseeker or hirer, how…
