TALENT RESEARCH

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I help independent headhunters, executive search firms and industry leaders around the globe to track, map and engage the best talent. Through a meticulous and diligent research process, I have consistently identified and secured top-tier talent at the C-suite and Director levels across all functional areas. 

1. Understanding Client Needs: I begin each assignment by gaining a comprehensive understanding of my client’s recruitment needs, organizational structure, culture, vision, and, most importantly, values. Confidentiality requirements are discussed upfront.

2. Defining the Strategy: Together with my clients, I establish a clear research strategy, including timelines, report formats, and update frequencies. I also consider any off-limits agreements with other firms.

3. Targeting and Mapping: Using my expertise and AI-powered tools, I develop a list of target companies and determine the geographical scope of the search. These organizations are mapped through telephone research, publicly available data, and proactive networking.

4. Candidate Identification: I identify and evaluate potential candidates, leveraging recommendations, informal references, and my extensive network of industry contacts and key opinion leaders.

5. Candidate Engagement: Prospective candidates are approached confidentially to assess their interest and suitability, ensuring alignment with the client’s key skills and competency requirements. 

6. Candidate Qualification: I rigorously evaluate candidates on their current circumstances, career aspirations, interest in the opportunity, experience, skills, and cultural fit.

7. Facilitating the Process: I collaborate closely with my clients to coordinate interviews, negotiate remuneration, and conduct thorough referencing. 

Talent Mapping provides a comprehensive understanding of the local talent pool, making it an essential tool for companies planning to expand into new markets or geographical locations. It can also be used to identify “rising stars,” build pipelines of potential candidates, and gather competitor intelligence. 

Similarly, Organizational Mapping offers a clear view of how competitors or other organizations structure key corporate or local functions. This can be particularly valuable during restructuring, as it helps companies benchmark best practices and identify the skillsets and experiences critical for success. Together, these services empower organizations to make informed decisions about recruitment, market entry, and internal development strategies.