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Advice and insights for hiring and scaling executive talent, curated by the experts at Bolster.
We asked our team of executive recruiters to share hiring trends they expect to see in the second half of 2024.

Announcing the Leadership at Scale Report

Analysis of 280,000+ executives at 30,000+ companies that will help you build your executive team

Why You Need An Executive Talent Strategy

An effective talent strategy is crucial to your success—but what exactly does that mean?

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Interviewing Executives

Mistakes in the executive interview process can lead to substantial costs, but they aren’t inevitable.

The Internal Team vs. An Executive Search Partner: Why Successful Companies Choose Both

If you have an internal hiring team, do you need an executive search partner?

Understanding CXO Archetypes: Chief Technology Officer

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

Meet the Recruiter: Jon Peters

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

The Hidden Cost of Traditional Executive Search

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

Q&A with Bolster CEO Cathy Hawley

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

How to Hire Leaders Who Stay

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

Understanding CXO Archetypes: Chief Revenue Officer

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

Meet the Recruiter: Jimmy Gauff

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

The Daily Bolster: Building a Collaborative Team

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

Determining What Level Executive to Hire

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

Do You Know The Cost of Hiring The Wrong Executive?

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

Understanding CXO Archetypes: Chief Financial Officer

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

Meet the Recruiter: Sydney Thompson

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

11 Questions to Set Your Search Up For Success

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

3 Myths CEOs Believe About Hiring Executives

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

Understanding CXO Archetypes: Chief Marketing Officer

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

When to Transition Leadership Archetypes as Your Company Scales

Explore when and why companies benefit from shifting from one leadership archetype to another and how to determine the right time to make these transitions.

Leadership Archetypes: Matching the Right Leader to the Right Growth Stage

Explore key leadership archetypes—Visionary, Operator, and Stabilizer—and how each is best suited to different stages of growth

How to Identify Leadership Gaps as Your Company Scales

One of the most important tasks for growing businesses is identifying leadership gaps before they hinder growth.

Structuring an Executive Team for Long-Term Growth

How do you build a leadership team that’s not only effective today but can also drive the company forward as it matures?

Scaling Leadership Teams from Seed to Series D

How do leadership roles evolve as your company moves from the early days of hustle to the later stages of strategic growth? Let’s break it down.

Meet the Recruiter: Martha Kaser

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

How To Retain Top Executive Talent

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

How Top Companies Are Approaching Executive Search for Success

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

Avoiding the Trap of “The Big Hire”

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

Meet the Recruiter: Sarah Auten

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

Book Recommendations from The Daily Bolster

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

Deep Dive with Seth Godin

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

7 Questions You Should Ask Executive Candidates

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

3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t DIY Your Executive Search

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

Meet the Recruiter: Patti Dorsey

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

5 Signs Your Executive Search Will Fail

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

Deep Dive with Carolyn Everson

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

3 Tips For A Successful Executive Interview Process

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

Getting Started with an Executive Search Partner

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

The Daily Bolster on Building A Great Board

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

Meet the Recruiter: Patrick Corcoran

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

When is Fractional Enough?

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

Insights on Coaching and Professional Growth from The Daily Bolster

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

Why is executive search broken?

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

The Daily Bolster: How to Interview Executives

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

Meet the Recruiter: Christine Berg

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

What Type of Leader Do You Need?

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

2024 Executive Hiring Outlook

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

Laying the Foundation of a Great Partnership

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

How To Engage With Your CBDO

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.

Do You Have the Right People on Your Board?

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