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Many CEOs base their executive talent strategy on traditional executive search practices, but these come with hidden costs that can negatively impact your company.

We sat down with Bolster CEO Cathy Hawley to learn more about her career and approach to executive search.

Leaders who are with your company for the long-term can be key to your success, but how do you ensure they stick around?

We’re looking at common CRO archetypes, including what makes each unique, how to identify them, and how to know which one to hire.

We sat down with Jimmy, a Bolster recruiter, to discuss how he thinks about search.

Guests from The Daily Bolster share tips for building strong teams and fostering collaboration.

You need to hire an executive for your leadership team—but what title should you put on the job description?

An executive might be talented, but if they’re not a great fit for your needs, hiring them can be a costly mistake.

We’re looking at common CFO archetypes, including what makes each unique, how to identify them, and how to know which one to hire.

We sat down with Sydney, a Bolster recruiter, to discuss how she thinks about search.

Consider these questions throughout the executive search process to maximize your results.

Executive hiring is a critical part of your leadership strategy, but common misconceptions can lead to costly mistakes.

We’re looking at common CMO archetypes, including what makes each unique, how to identify them, and how to know which one to hire.

We sat down with Martha, a Bolster recruiter, to discuss how she thinks about search.

Guests from The Daily Bolster share advice to help you retain top talent once you find it.

The best results occur when your hiring team is prepared, clear on the role, open about expectations, and committed to the process.

When CEOs start looking for “the big hire” to fix the business, the chance of an unsuccessful placement increases significantly.

We sat down with Sarah, a Bolster recruiter, to discuss how she thinks about search.

We’ve compiled a list of books discussed on the podcast.

Renowned marketer, author, and thought leader Seth Godin recently joined us for our 200th episode of The Daily Bolster.

Guests from The Daily Bolster share the questions they ask in executive interviews—and what they’re looking for in response.

Running an executive search on your own might be a tempting option, but there are a few pitfalls CEOs should keep in mind.

We sat down with Patti, a Bolster recruiter, to discuss how she thinks about search.

Bolster’s executive recruiters share the early signs of an unsuccessful search.

Successful executives like Carolyn Everson have valuable advice for leaders, which is why we dive into their career journeys on The Daily Bolster.

Bolster recruiters share tips for interviewing executives, from understanding candidate expectations to the right questions to ask.

We asked our team of executive recruiters what companies should expect when starting an executive search with Bolster.

Guests from The Daily Bolster talk about building, leading, and cultivating successful boards.

We sat down with Patrick, a Bolster recruiter, to discuss how he thinks about search.

It’s possible to benefit from the expertise of an executive without the commitment of making a full-time hire.

Guests from The Daily Bolster talk about the importance of professional growth, the role of mentorship, and more.

We asked our team of executive recruiters to share their perspective on what’s wrong with traditional executive search.

Guests from The Daily Bolster give advice on how to interview and hire the right leaders.

We sat down with Christine, a Bolster recruiter, to discuss how she thinks about search.

Flexible work types offer solutions tailored to your needs—but how do you find the right fit?

We asked our recruiting team what executive hiring trends they expect to see in 2024.

Strategic business partnerships can be transformational—but how do you build successful ones?

Building trust and clarity takes time, so it’s important to engage with your CBDO regularly, even when you’re not actively working on a deal together.

As a CEO, having the right people on your board should always be among your top priorities.

The Daily Bolster podcast is back with Season 3! We're recapping some of our favorite moments from the first week of episodes.

How do you know if your Chief Business Development Officer is scaling? Check out these signs to watch out for.

2023 was a year of growth and progress for Bolster. We added new members to our team, supported more clients in new ways, and continued evolving our platform's capabilities.

Practical advice for decision makers. Use these tips to alleviate stress and to make decisions you feel confident in for the long run.

Finding a great CBDO is tricky, but looking for these characteristics will help you find the right leader.

To celebrate 100 episodes of The Daily Bolster, we’re sharing some of our listeners’ top clips.

If you don’t take steps to ensure your organization is inclusive, it won’t magically become that way.

Leading Executive Search Platform Bolster Offers Enhanced Executive Evaluation and Development Solutions

During Season 1 of The Daily Bolster, Matt and Sarah Brown shared insights on the nuances of non-linear career progression, strategies for transitioning between roles, and the art of leaving a company gracefully.

With remote work here to stay in some capacity, it’s important to create an effective onboarding process for remote executives.

Whether or not you need a CBDO depends on many factors, but these signs can help you evaluate what’s best for your team.