The Executive Suite Blog

Welcome. The following articles represent best practices in executive search, transition planning, and talent assessment systems. Succession-based executive search is the heart of what we so at The Executive Suite, and we want to share our knowledge of successful strategies with you.

3 Reasons Abraham Lincoln Would Be Great at Finding My CEO

President Lincoln's pursuit of his rivals illustrates several ways a business owner can use an executive search consultant to hire a CEO.

Meeting Attendance After COVID – Why Ignoring It Will Cost You Sales

Seriously? How many business meetings and seminars have you attended in the past three (3) years – in person, that is.

Make Your Executive Search Investment A Reality

Often when I’m conducting an executive search the business owner will ask about the executive search investment. 

5 Ways Create Better Executive Search With The Help Of Your Golden Retriever

It’s helpful to list out these steps as we describe how business owners and executives can create a better executive search process.

Hiring An Executive Search Consultant Is A Waste Of Time!

An executive search consultant uses a process to conduct an executive search that will vary based on the client's objectives.

Executive Search Performance Improvement Plan Secrets Revealed

The process to develop an executive search performance improvement plan looks at the executive search process itself.

Omg! The Best Executive Search Firm In Boston Ever

There are quite a few executive search firms in the Boston area. But, you wonder, which is the best?  And, how do you know it is the best?

How The Executive Search Process Helps Specialty Home Improvement Businesses to Increase Business Value

Service industry owners options include acquisition and hiring a CEO to manage the owner’s company for a set time.

When An Executive Search Firm Finds That Top Talent Disapparate

In my executive search firm world, I need a job seeker who matches up their career ambitions and expectations to my client's strategic focus. 

How Can Business Owners Exercise a Succession Strategy?

As I have mentioned previously, owners can elect amongst at least ten (10) strategies, each of which requires thoughtful planning.

When Should You Consider a Retained Executive Search?

As one who specializes in retained executive search, it's helpful to expain the difference between retained and contingent searches.

Succession Planning and Executive Search

Succession planning is discussed with business owners prior to starting an executive search to find a CEO to run their company.