Posted by The Garner Group
Topics: executive recruiters, CPG
As we make our way into the thick of 2017, it is the perfect time to look at how the recruiting landscape looks in CPG and beyond. The specific challenges that recruiters face varies from year to year, so let’s take a look at what trends in hiring and the economy are going to have an impact on...
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On the surface, conducting an interview can seem like a simple enough task, yet it is one that few are formally trained to do – even when promoted into a role that involves the evaluation and acquisition of talent. Shake hands, make the prospect feel...
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No matter how successful they already are, consumer packaged goods companies are always struggling to find what the next big thing will be. You might walk down the aisle at your local grocery store and imagine that everything humanity could ever need in the CPG area has already been invented, but...
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Although advancements have been made throughout the CPG industry when it comes to female leadership, the fact is that there are still far fewer than 50% representation in the higher echelons of CPG leadership. In fact, one recent study indicates that less than 25% of executive leadership positions...
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There are a lot of options in your demographic location when you’re looking for an Executive Search Firm. According to statistics from Quora, there are over one million Recruiting and/or HR professionals on LinkedIn, which adds up to about one out of every 20 LinkedIn profiles. With all of the...
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Posted by The Garner Group
Work-life balance: the sought after and to some the laughable concept that we might balance work and our lifestyle, allowing time for ourselves. It’s true, you’re not the only person who struggles to maintain both your job and your family. While many individuals may feel just like a number or an...
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In most industries, the days of the gold Rolex for 25 years of service have come to an end. Hoping your employees will stay with your organization out of sheer loyalty or to prove a resolute amount of intestinal fortitude is no longer the key to retaining the vital leaders within your team (or...
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Good news, you have a CPG recruiter working with you, they landed you an interview, and you feel like you brought your A-game -- you even wore your lucky socks. Good job!
The bad news? You receive nothing but silence, no follow-up call or emails from your recruiter about the interview. What now?
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While working with a CPG recruiter you are bound to cover a lot of contract questions. Maybe you ask them what their deliverables, how long the search project will take and if there any guarantees. These are all important and good questions, but what about the position itself? Are you both clear...
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