The CEO Outlook for 2026 – Disciplined Execution in an Uncertain World CEO challenges 2026 are increasingly defined by disciplined execution in an environment that keeps changing. In this article, we summarise the CEO challenges 2026 based on insights from 909 CEO interviews across 23 countries. As a result, you will see the same pressures …
How Foreign Companies Can Recruit Effectively in Poland? Recruiting managers and specialists in Poland is a challenge faced by investors from countries such as Korea, Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Denmark, as well as the USA and the UK. Poland offers highly qualified managers and engineers, a well-developed IT services sector, and a stable economic environment. …
Executive Search Case Study: Recruiting a Commercial Director in Poland’s Industrial Manufacturing and Technical Services Sector How We Found a Sales Leader Who Helped Rebuild a Company’s B2B Market Position About the Project For an international company operating in the industrial manufacturing and B2B technical services sector, we conducted a retained executive search in Poland …
Is It Worth Recruiting a Chief Accountant Mid‑Year? Debunking a Common Financial Industry Myth Chief Accountant Recruitment in Poland doesn’t need to wait until year-end. Many companies successfully hire throughout the year, and they often benefit from this flexibility. “I doubt whether recruiting a Chief Accountant mid‑year makes sense because respected accountants do not leave …
2025. The Global Ranking of Recruitment and Executive Search Firms. How to find the Best Recruiters Worldwide. A company’s success starts with the people leading it. Top leaders can propel an organisation years ahead – which is why boards and business owners increasingly turn to trusted partners when filling key positions. The Executive Search 2025 …
New Challenges, New Energy – Summary of the IESF Regional Conference 2025 in Oslo Oslo, April 2025 – The capital of Norway, surrounded by fjords and bathed in spring light, became the setting for an inspiring gathering of representatives from the International Executive Search Federation (IESF) across Europe. The IESF 2025 Regional Conference was not …
Guarantees in Executive Search Recruitment Are Crucial for Companies Guarantees in Executive Search ensure companies that their investment in a new employee is secure, and if needed, they can rely on the agency for support in case of an unsuitable hire. In executive recruitment processes, especially when seeking top-tier specialists and managers, offering a guarantee …
Why Use DISC D3 in Executive Search? Recruiting top-level managers is not just about analyzing competencies but also about precisely matching them to the organizational culture and team dynamics. Over the years, our executive search agency has refined selection methods, and a key step was introducing DISC D3 tests—at the request of clients who noticed …
Can You Afford to Miss This Opportunity? Company’s Strategy and Waiting. Imagine your company standing at a crossroads, with new markets opening up and greater growth opportunities. In this story, success is no accident—it results from deliberate decisions made by people who know how to seize every chance. It is the right leaders in the …
The Most in-demand Roles in 2024 – Which Positions Dominated Executive Search Recruitment in Our Agency in Poland? One of the fundamental principles of executive search agencies is discretion. We rarely disclose for whom we conduct recruitment processes. That is why we are pleased to share a summary of all recruitment projects that our clients …
Key Challenges for CEOs in Poland in 2025 At the end of 2024, the International Executive Search Federation asked hundreds of CEOs from 18 IESF member countries about the challenges they expect in 2025. In this context, we randomly asked 29 business executives in Poland about the challenges they foresee for their businesses in 2025. …
Assessment and Development Centre Assessment & Development Centre: The Key to Organizational Success In a world of dynamic market changes and growing competition, a company’s advantage increasingly depends on the quality of its management team and employees. Having talented individuals on the team is not enough – the key to success is to align them …
What Challenges Await CEOs and Executives in 2025? Global CEO Report based on IESF Study. Global markets are becoming increasingly unpredictable, and CEOs face a range of challenges. As part of the first edition of the IESF Global CEO Outlook Study 2025, we conducted 640 interviews with company presidents from 18 countries to understand the …
Differences in CVs at Various Career Levels: How to Stand Out in 2025? CV across career levels in 2025 are of great importance in the eyes of recruiters and hiring managers—especially when it comes to specialist or managerial positions. Early 2025 seems like a perfect time to consider changing jobs or exploring a completely new career …
The Best Candidate? Effective Selection Methods Making hiring decisions is one of the biggest challenges every manager faces. How can you choose the best candidate so that hiring translates into the company’s success? This article will help you understand the key aspects of recruitment decision-making and provide practical tips. Recently, I spent several days visiting …
Emotions in the Process of Change: How to Help Your Team Adapt? A Practical Guide for Managers Leading a team through change is one of the greatest challenges in team management. Recently, I spoke with a Sales Director from a large corporation who encountered resistance and negativity from her team when implementing changes. Although the …
Key Concerns of CEOs 2024: Forecasts and Their Realization At the beginning of 2024, business leaders faced a series of challenges that had already emerged by the end of 2023. A global survey conducted by The Conference Board revealed the main concerns and priorities that were expected to dominate the actions of company boards worldwide. …
More and more frequently, decision-makers considering outsourcing recruitment ask how to calculate the return on investment associated with hiring a new manager (ROI in Executive Recruitment). This becomes even more challenging and crucial when executive-level recruitment is involved. 1. Definition of ROI Recruitment ROI, specifically in executive search, refers to the financial assessment of the …
In today’s fast-evolving recruitment landscape, staying ahead of the curve is not just a competitive advantage—it’s essential. As businesses worldwide navigate the challenges of talent acquisition, leadership development, and technological advancements, events like the IESF Annual Conference serve as a critical platform for thought leaders to come together and share insights that shape the future of …
5 Key Trends in Hiring C-Level Executives in 2025: How to Prepare for the Future Learn about the key trends in C-level Executives recruitment that will dominate 2025. See how globalization, digital transformation, and ESG will shape the future of leadership. Introduction Key trends in C-level recruitment for 2025 will determine the future of top-level …
The Age of Smart Industry: 10 trends in Manufacturing expected by 2030. Comparing the current manufacturing trends (2024) with anticipated trends by 2030 reveals a trajectory of increasing technological sophistication, sustainability, and responsiveness to global challenges. Here’s a comparison of 10 trends in smart industry: 1. Smart Manufacturing and Industry 4.0 Current (2024):The integration of …
Assessing C-Level Leadership Qualifications The competencies of a C-level manager include both strong professional skills and an awareness of their strengths, which requires a thorough self-assessment. Understanding your key skills is essential to creating an effective CV and planning your professional development. It is worth considering how to precisely identify those competencies that will not …
7 Principles of Culture fit. A Journey in Executive Search in Poland. In today’s global business environment, finding the right talent for executive positions is about more than just matching qualifications and experience. It is equally crucial to ensure cultural alignment between the candidate and the company for which the recruitment is conducted. At NAJ …
How to write an effective C-level manager CV? Writing a CV for a C-level position requires particular attention to quality and professionalism, as this document is crucial to your top-level career. Your CV should differ from your LinkedIn profile and be tailored to the specific position you are applying for. As a C-level manager, you …
Understanding the Executive Search recruitment process and each other’s expectations and needs. Candidate versus Executive Search Consultant. In the rapidly changing and competitive world of executive recruitment, both Candidates and Executive Search Consultants face unique challenges and opportunities. For Candidates, the Executive Search recruitment process can be a mix of excitement, anticipation and sometimes apprehension. …
Ideal Candidate for Executive Search Recruitment In the constantly changing world of corporate leadership, executive search recruitment is an essential element in finding and hiring the best talent for important roles within organizations. Finding outstanding leaders requires a strategic approach, and it is crucial to understand the qualities that make a candidate suitable for executive …
Maintaining Confidentiality in Recruitment – Key to Success in the Polish Market In today’s global business landscape, Poland is becoming an increasingly attractive market for international companies seeking qualified candidates for executive positions. However, as competition in the job market intensifies, maintaining confidentiality in recruitment processes becomes a crucial element of success. Executive Search agencies, …
Effective Executive Search Recruitment: 10 Myths About Executive Search in Poland 1. Myth 1: Only large companies can afford executive search In reality, executive search services are available to companies of all sizes. The benefits of hiring the right leader can significantly outweigh the recruitment costs, regardless of the company’s size. Small and medium-sized enterprises …
What is the price of recruitment agency services? How much does it cost to work with a recruitment agency? The price of recruitment agency services is an essential element in deciding whether a company should work with the agency or consider alternative methods to meet a given recruitment need(s). Question about the price of the …
Recruitments for HR Directors in European SSCs. As an experienced consultant specializing in C-level recruitments including recruitments for HR Directors for Shared Services Centers (SSCs) across Europe, I have had the privilege of working closely with many HR Directors. I understand the unique challenges and opportunities that this role faces. From my base in Poland, …