Tim Sheffield Chairman, Sheffield Haworth Ensuring survival in executive search Remaining relevant in today’s highly competitive business climate is one of the executive search industry’s toughest challenges, according to Tim Sheffield, Chairman of Sheffield Haworth. “Clients are far more sophisticated in how they acquire senior talent than ever before,” he explains. …
It’s impossible to avoid the “Rise of the Machine” conspiracies, it seems to be the subject of a new book, TV or movie every week. For the business world, automating labour intensive processes and maximising efficiencies make machines an attractive proposition for organisations looking to streamline their workflow. There’s no doubt that AI will impact …
Due to the level of interest in our executive GDPR briefing events we’re delighted to announce a number of additional dates across the UK and Ireland. – 21st February, 8:30 am, London – Click here for further information– 14th March, 8:30 am, Reading – Click here for further information– 21st March, 10:30 am, Dublin – …
Pay Equity is certainly a hot topic for US firms as well as global firms with US clients and candidates. With a number of states and cities have already implemented the legislation and more committing to the introduction of similar regulations, here are 7 things the executive search professional should know. 1. A summary The …
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is coming into force in the EU from May 2018. GDPR is about protecting the privacy of an individual’s personal data. It’s been introduced to bring different rules across EU countries into a single set and to make sure companies respect and take care of the personal data that …
From May 2018, all organizations that handle the data of EU citizens will be required to comply with the GDPR, a single set of rules in relation to data governance, regardless of where the organization is located. The introduction of the GDPR will materially impact the way in which data is stored, shared and moved …
In the executive search industry, the right choice of software often underpins an efficient and effective search process. When seeking to drive productivity, there are a number of areas in which investment in the best tools can add real value to the bottom line of your business. Choosing the right software for your organisation will …
Enhancing the way you workIn adopting digital technology, the first step to success is to realise that you are simply replicating and enhancing the way you have always worked. You are continuing to strengthen key relationships by providing your clients with timely, relevant and informative communication. Through the use of digital technology, you can provide …
Candidate experience is a popular topic of conversation within the search profession and is the focus of a growing number of blogs and articles. In the race for talent, providing an outstanding candidate experience can be a real differentiator, setting your organisation apart from the competition. However, the repercussions of failing to address this crucial …
When reviewing the hiring outcomes achieved by an in-house strategic talent team, diversity is a common bench marking tool. A trend also reflected in the Invenias In-House Executive and Strategic Hiring Trends Report 2016. However, diversity should not simply be viewed as a tick box exercise for recording and comparing hires on the basis of …
With global change on the horizon, it seems apt to reflect on the importance of leadership. As a search firm identifying candidates for key strategic roles, how can you be confident that placements will add real value to an organization? A period of change offers both opportunities and threats and it is essential that the …
You’re probably already familiar with the Innovation Curve, that popular bell curve diagram that separates “Innovators” and “Early Adopters” from the “Early Majority,” the “Late Majority” and the “Laggards.” One has to assume the Dinosaurs follow somewhere behind them. Now in today’s global business climate, nearly everyone is talking about innovation. The truth is that …
There are some surprisingly similar elements to the selling of executive search and promoting the business impact of state-of-the-art executive search software. We all know and appreciate that the fee for a successfully completed executive search assignment can become insignificant if the executive recruited to a new employer organization has a truly positive impact on …
What did the business world look like when you last sat down to evaluate what your firm really needs from executive search software? If it’s been five or more years since you took a look at your options, it’s probably time for a second look. If it’s been several software versions since you last looked …
After a challenging time for the global economy, many business leaders are asking tough questions about renewal, sustainability, investment and transformation. What can we do better? What will our market space look like in three to five years? Why are customers choosing our competitors? And what might we do to create or exploit a competitive …