The executive search process can seem daunting. There are so many things to consider, and so many steps in the process! How do you know where to start? And once you start, how do you make sure that you’re doing everything correctly?
What should I know about this?
Here’s a quick search primer. These are the basics that you need to know in order to make sure that your search goes smoothly.
First, let’s start with understanding what executive search is. This search is the process of identifying and recruiting leaders for organizations. This can be done internally or externally, but most often, it is done by hiring an executive search firm.
There are a few different types of executive searches:
- Generalists focus on all industries and functions
- Industry specialists focus on one particular industry
- Function specialists center on one particular function across industries
- Geographic specialists focus on leadership positions in specific geographic regions.
We hope this information has been useful to you.