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Hogan Assessments are research-backed tools that help organizations understand how leaders are likely to show up at work – not just on their best day, but under pressure, over time, and in the culture you’re hiring them into. Grey Search + Strategy uses them in executive search and leadership advisory...
Leadership assessments are structured tools used to evaluate leadership traits, motivations, decision-making styles, behavioral risks, and workplace tendencies. Organizations use leadership assessments to support executive hiring, leadership development, succession planning, onboarding, and internal promotions. These assessments help provide objective insight beyond interviews and résumés, allowing organizations to make more informed...
One of the most rewarding parts of executive search is watching what happens after the placement. A successful search isn’t really about accepting an offer. It’s about whether that leader is still thriving one year later. Whether they’ve earned trust. Whether they’ve strengthened the team. Whether they’ve made a meaningful...
What candidates are asking right now, and what it means for hiring leaders. Recently, I had the opportunity to coach at the TeamWomen Empower Your Next Career Move event. I spent the day speaking with women navigating career transitions – some coming out of layoffs, others reassessing roles that no...
Inc., the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future, today revealed that Grey Search + Strategy has been ranked No. 118 on its sixth annual Inc. Regionals: Midwest list – the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing privately held companies in the Midwest....
Grey Search + Strategy recently partnered with the board of directors of Byrna Technologies to support the appointment of Conn Davis as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer. The search was conducted in close collaboration with Byrna’s board, with a focus on identifying a leader capable of guiding the company...
A few weeks ago, we asked our LinkedIn network a direct question: Where do you see the most candidate drop-off in your process? The results were revealing: 48% said between the 1st and 2nd interview 40% said after the initial recruiter conversation 8% said during final interviews or panels 4%...
It’s no secret that AI is reshaping the way we work. But in executive recruiting, people must remain at the center. At Grey Search + Strategy, we approach AI with both curiosity and caution. We see it as a powerful tool to enhance what we do; not a replacement for...
When the economy wobbles, many companies freeze. But the smartest ones? They lean in. Economic uncertainty isn’t a reason to stop hiring; It’s an opportunity to hire smarter. When the market becomes unpredictable, hiring decisions naturally face more scrutiny. But if hiring is already part of your budget and growth...
When it comes to hiring senior leaders, the right search partner can make all the difference. For cost-conscious companies—which is all of them, including us—budget is a consideration that naturally leads to a conversation about fees. I welcome these conversations because they give me an opportunity to highlight what goes...
At Grey Search + Strategy, giving back is at the core of who we are as a company and as individuals. Alongside delivering exceptional client services, we donate 8% of our profits to organizations dedicated to making a difference. Through financial support, volunteering, and amplifying important causes, Grey’s give-back efforts...
In our client spotlight series, we interview a variety of clients to hear their viewpoints on industry trends and best practices, along with their top advice for other companies looking for their next recruiting partner. In this edition, I interviewed Rob Grady, President & CEO, Mulcahy Company. Alissa: Thanks for...
