Executive search guides
Practical answers to the questions we are asked most often about executive search, leadership hiring and the talent market.

Artificial intelligence: why talent is the key to leading it
AI is transforming every industry, but it is not the algorithms that make the difference — it is the people capable of leading it. We reflect on the role of executive talent in the age of artificial intelligence.
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Executive Search vs traditional recruitment: 5 key differences
Although they are often confused, executive search and traditional recruitment are very different methods. We explain how they differ and when each one is appropriate.

How to choose an executive search firm: a guide for companies
Not all senior leadership search firms are the same. These are the criteria you should weigh up before entrusting your most important hire.

Boutique executive search firm: what it is and why choose one
What sets a boutique firm apart from the large senior leadership search consultancies? We analyse the advantages of a more specialised and personal model.

Executive search for family business: keys to succession and professionalisation
The family business faces unique challenges of succession and professionalisation. We explain how executive search helps to bring in executives and board members who add continuity.

How much does an executive search process cost?
How are the fees of a senior leadership search firm calculated and what does the service include? We answer one of the most frequent questions companies have.

What is Executive Search and how can it benefit my company?
Executive Search is the direct, specialised search for senior leadership profiles. We explain what it involves and why it makes the difference.

An analysis of the executive market: trends and challenges
The executive market is evolving at great speed. We analyse the main trends and the challenges of attracting and retaining talent.

Strategies for negotiating recruitment in the executive market
Recruiting a top-tier executive demands strategy. We review the keys to successfully negotiating a critical hire.

What are headhunters, how do they work and what tools do they use?
The headhunter is the key figure in Executive Search. Discover how they work and what methodology they use to identify the best talent.