Biotech Boom: Executive Search Strategies in Life Sciences

The Growing Demand for Executive Search in the Life Sciences Industry Executive search firms are experiencing a surge in demand within the life sciences industry. As the sector evolves and expands, companies increasingly turn to executive search firms like N2Growth to help them identify and recruit top talent for critical leadership roles. This growing demand can be attributed to several factors,…

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Navigating The Complex Waters of Insurance Executive Search: A Strategic Guide

Crafting the Future: The Significance of Selecting the Right Insurance Executive In today's fast-paced and ever-evolving business environment, securing the right insurance executive is more than a mere hiring decision—it's a pivotal investment in the company's future. The modern insurance landscape, brimming with complexities and competition, calls for leaders possessing a rich tapestry of…

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Doubting Existing Management: Private Equity’s Talent Conundrum

In the evolving Private Equity arena, a quintessence of proficient leadership is imperative to navigate the complexities and render substantial value. The journey from meticulous deal-making to managing assets proficiently has put an unprecedented emphasis on acquiring and retaining the right talent. However, the reality is at odds with the requisite, shedding light on a pertinent concern in the…

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The Future of Executive Search: Blending AI with Emotional Intelligence

In today's rapidly evolving corporate landscape, the role of executive search is undergoing a profound transformation. As we stand at the crossroads of technological revolution and human intuition, it's imperative to envision the future of executive search through the lens of both AI and emotional intelligence. But what does this integrated future look like for businesses, leaders, and executive…

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Protecting Yourself Against Fraudulent Recruiters & Hiring Scams

Today’s competitive job market can be rife with job offers and opportunities but also with scams. According to the Better Business Bureau, recruitment scams result in $2 billion in direct losses annually, with the first quarter of 2023 alone seeing a 250% increase compared to the previous year. Given the high stakes, jobseekers must diligently differentiate legitimate and fraudulent offers. At…

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Executive Search Market and Its Growth in Saudi Arabia

The executive search market in Saudi Arabia is poised for significant growth, with an estimated value of $2.2 billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 6.4%. Several factors drive this growth, including multinational companies seeking qualified executives, the high demand for talent in the oil and gas, construction, and healthcare sectors, and the increasing use of technology in executive…

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Humanizing the Future of Executive Hiring: The Role of People Analytics and AI

Unleashing the Power of Human Intelligence in the Age of AI: The Future of Executive Search Relies on Striking the Perfect Balance. The executive search industry continues to be disrupted. Still, the temptation of easy answers provided by new technologies may lead many firms into the future of disruption without the right balance between technology and a human touch combined. While artificial…

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Digital Transformation in Healthcare

Insights and Strategies for Healthcare Leaders to Drive Innovation, Integration, and Success in a Rapidly Evolving Industry. As the healthcare industry continues to undergo rapid changes, driven by advancements in technology and evolving patient needs, it is crucial for healthcare organizations to stay ahead of the curve. Building leadership teams that can navigate complex healthcare technology…

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Expanding the Word Diversity to Be More Inclusive

In the past several years, executive search firm KPIs relied heavily on efforts made in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), but we have been making progress in the wrong way, and this isn’t what you are expecting. Of course, we should be monitoring success in these areas, but the DEI efforts I am suggesting we track should be more inclusive rather than just the small…

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How External Board Evaluation Can Support Board of Director Recruitment

When you’re looking to recruit a new board director, how do you know who is the perfect fit? The truth is that bringing on a new board director can be powerful and transformative because they will reshape the composition of the board, bring new skills to the boardroom, and has the potential to contribute diverse insights that pull the organization's future forward. Instead of simply leaving a new…

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Defining the Difference Between Recruitment and Executive Search Services

When top-tier organizations want to bring on powerhouse executive leaders, they generally have two options for finding their dream placement: executive search services or executive recruiting services. While the two terms might seem similar (and used interchangeably), there are significant distinctions between them.  Understanding these differences is critical to finding that perfect-fit leader,…

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What to Consider During Your Annual Evaluation When It Comes to Boardroom Diversity

Boardroom diversity is far from just a hot-button buzzword, and today, it's well understood that diversity is never recommended simply for the sake of "checking a box." The truth is that boardroom diversity brings immense benefits to the CEO, the entire organization, shareholders, and the board itself. For organizations that want to outperform their competitors and have a board operating at its…

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Diversification Putting Pressure on FinTech Executives

By Vera Sharova & Teodora Cosic Diversification is not a trend; it is essential for companies to become and remain competitive. With technology reshaping the global business landscape, many companies will be pushed to fundamentally reconsider their ways of doing international business, diversifying into new product categories and adopting a “borderless” expansion model. Undoubtedly, this is…

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How a Board Search Firm Can Support Organizations

Boardrooms today face new, evolving challenges that are increasingly complex to navigate, and they are under immense pressure and scrutiny to operate at maximum effectiveness. In the wake of volatile global economic conditions (which show no signs of stabilizing), growing pressure from regulators, and complex demands from shareholders, Boards need to be thoughtfully composed, so they can thrive…

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Key Governance Issues in Board Level Search

What's happening inside the Boardroom has never been more crucial to business outcomes and more visible to interested parties. In today's uncertain economic conditions and fierce market competition, everyone from shareholders to regulators closely monitor how boards perform and if board members are upholding their fiduciary duty. Because of these factors, board governance continues to be critical…

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Bigger is Not Always Better When Selecting a Search Firm to Partner With

Kelli Vukelic, CEO of N2Growth examines the nuances that distinguish boutique search firms from their larger counterparts. Here are some key insights into selecting the right executive search firm to partner with. Senior leadership hires can make or break an organization. Various studies show that the failure rate of executives coming into new companies is 30 to 40 percent after 18 months. In a…

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