THE STONEWOOD BLOG

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.”...

The Talent Acquisition Function is Changing Fast… Here’s how

We recently conducted a search for a VP Talent Acquisition on...

Why Job Seekers Need to Think Like Marketers

Many executives start their job search by pulling together a...

An Effective Job Search – Use A Rifle Or A Shotgun?

Last week I received a resume from an executive in the...

The Wrong Way To Conduct A Job Search

A growing number of competent executives are currently on the...

We hire like we find a restaurant… and that’s a problem

Recently, while enjoying the family day weekend in cottage...

What to Always Ask in an Interview

We have a client that I would describe as very values-driven....

Ghosted by Headhunters ?? A Mea Culpa

Last week I received an email from an exasperated executive...