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.

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. 

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.

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 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.

Transitions and Executive Search

Conducting an executive search for a CEO for a closely held or family-owned company requires a transition strategy for the owner(s).

Best Candidate Questions You’ve Ever Heard – With a COVID Update!

Executive search gives me the opportunity to talk with lots of candidates.  I learn from each one. Here are some of my favorite questions