You’d think people would always be at their best in a job interview. But, in our over 30 years of interviewing candidates, we’ve seen the good, the bad and the…
We would all love to be considered completely honest communicators. It feels good to be transparent, straightforward; someone who says what they feel, and tells it like it is. But,…
Employers usually try to retain their best executives with perks: Bonuses, stock options, enhanced benefits, extra TLC, etc. When these types of compensation and benefit work best, they are known…
Jeff Haden wrote a great piece for Inc. Magazine online called 10 Habits of Highly Charismatic Leaders. Please take a look. It is clear and simple. A quick summary: 1. They…
Passive candidates – the people every employer wants – the ones that are happy, productive, and not looking for a job – are often wary of recruiters. They know that…
If you are leaving a position voluntarily to take something new, there is a right way and a wrong way to leave your current company. Here are a few tips:…
Employers are uneven on the subject of reference checks. Many check references very thoroughly, and even employ outside services. But, we also hear, “why bother – HR will only give…
We always advocate precision in hiring: Specify the critical results (in the form of SMART objectives) you want from a candidate, and hire someone who can deliver those results. This…
Most top executives admit that they have repeatedly hired people who are “B” or “C” players, who have had an adverse impact on the company, who needed to be replaced.…
How to Assess Leadership Readiness in Aerospace and Defense Candidates
A single mis-hire can stall flight tests, slip milestones, and invite audit findings. In programs where safety and security are non-negotiable, failure shows up as grounded assets, rework, and lost…...
CSO vs. CRO vs. CCO: Which Executive Does Your Company Need?
The commercial leadership structure of aerospace and defense companies plays a crucial role in driving revenue growth, shaping market positioning, and fostering long-term competitiveness. Yet many organizations misclassify functionally distinct…...
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