4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Hiring for a Demanding Role

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As experienced headhunters in Northern California, Pacific ExecSearch knows there will be times (hopefully few and far between) when you hire someone and that person turns around and quits six months later. However, considering the cost of a hiring mistake, it’s best to minimize that scenario as much as possible. But this can be tough when… Read more »

6 Strategies for Polishing Your Executive Resume

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As leading executive recruiters in Sacramento, Pacific ExecSearch knows your resume is your ticket into the job interview process. But writing one is never easy, even for the most experienced professionals. To help ensure you put your best foot forward on paper, here are 6 strategies for crafting a polished resume: 1. Use a summary of qualifications…. Read more »

When to Hire an Executive Placement Firm

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Up until now, you’ve always done all your hiring in-house, even with executive positions. But whether you don’t have the right resources in place, or you need to hire for a mission critical position, you’re thinking about partnering with an executive placement firm in Sacramento. Here are a few areas in which they can help your organization:… Read more »

4 Common Executive Hiring Mistakes – and How to Avoid Them

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Did you know: one third of new hires quit their jobs after just six months? As experienced headhunters in Northern California, Pacific ExecSearch knows not only are these mistakes expensive, but when they’re made at the executive level, they can also deliver a big blow to the company’s image and morale. While some of turnover is certainly due… Read more »

4 Strategies for Recruiting Passive Candidates

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As executive recruiters in Northern California, Pacific ExecSearch knows that sometimes the best candidates aren’t looking for new jobs. But, just because someone is gainfully employed, doesn’t mean they’re not open to a new opportunity. How can you actively seek them out and appeal to them? Follow these guidelines: 1. Do some digging ahead of time. If… Read more »

4 Tips for Due Diligence During the Executive Hiring Process

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When it comes to hiring, the most important decisions often involve those who will lead your organization. They’re the ones to set the tone, hire and inspire others, and make key decisions that can spell out success or failure for the business. That’s why, as a leading executive placement firm in Northern California, Pacific ExecSearch knows when you’re… Read more »

Making a Job Interview Presentation? Here’s How to Ace It

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As leading executive headhunters in Sacramento, Pacific ExecSearch knows that more and more employers are requiring executive level candidates to make presentations during the hiring process. It’s simply another way for them to gauge a potential new hire in a real work situation, rather than an interview. If this happens to you, it can be hard… Read more »

Body Language To Look For When Interviewing Executive Candidates

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As leading executive placement consultants in Sacramento, CA, Pacific ExecSearch knows that body language can speak volumes when it comes to interviewing executive candidates. Regardless of what a candidate says, their body language can convey authenticity, warmth and confidence…or it can communicate arrogance or inexperience. Clearly, non-verbal cues – such as a lack of eye contact and… Read more »

When an Executive Candidate Turns Down Your Job Offer

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You found a great candidate. Their resume is top-notch. They impressed during the job interview. The background and reference check process made them even more appealing. But when you extend the offer, they turn you down. As leading headhunters in Northern California, Pacific ExecSearch knows first-hand the amount of time, effort, and resources that go into executive hiring process…. Read more »

5 Tip for Negotiating Relocation With Executive Candidates

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You’ve found the perfect candidate. You’d like to extend an offer. The only stumbling block involves location. They’d have to move to accept the offer. How do you handle issues related to relocation during the negotiation process? As leading headhunters in Northern California, Pacific ExecSearch can tell you that your first step in the process should be… Read more »