THE STONEWOOD BLOG

Why Candidate ‘Experience’ matters

Candidate experience has emerged as a crucial concept in the...

How NOT To Hire

Many firms have hiring processes that contribute directly to...

Ten Questions when interviewing executive candidates

We generally recommend companies carefully analyze position...

Unveiling the Shape-Shifters: Mastering the Art of Assessing Adaptability

Adaptability is a crucial trait for executives moving between...

Spotting Talent…

So how does an organization effectively spot...

Creativity: Hardwired Or A Skill to be Developed?

Creativity regularly pops up as a coveted capability as...

Recruiting for those ‘special’ Family Businesses

We have undertaken many executive searches for family...

Before Sending Your Resume to a Recruiting Firm (And Then Getting Frustrated With them) Ask Who They Work For

A friend of mine is a trustee in bankruptcy. As his title...

Candidates Who Talk, and Talk, and Talk….

“You had to wait till he took a breath and then pounce.”...