We begin with a DISCOVERY PHASE that probes far beyond a typical recruiting assignment kickoff meeting. We work with clients to drill down and identify immediate and long-term needs, as well as overall expectations. We go beyond the position at hand to understand our client’s culture, strategy, leadership team, and overall brand—all of which help us identify not only the best talent but the best talent that will fit with the particular client.
Once we jointly identify the long-term business challenges and specific candidate skills our clients need to find, we move into SEARCH PHASE. Together we identify a targeted and comprehensive list of direct competitors or industries that make sense from a competency and relevant experience perspective. We then encourage our client to think about other types of candidates not initially considered. In our experience, a diversity of thought can yield surprising results.
Our DELIVERY PHASE is a thorough and methodical screening/interview process that ensures only the most qualified candidates will be presented to you. We also work with our clients to address or resolve any post-interview issues, questions or follow-ups. To further confirm cultural fit at the finalist phase, we also include an executive fit assessment at no additional charge.
Studies on the success and failure of senior-level hires indicate that most “bad fit” or alignment issues surface within the first 90 days of hire. Addressing these issues quickly can greatly impact the overall placement success rate and/or maximize the timing of the executive’s productivity and success.
That’s why Nesbit Partners works closely with clients and candidates during the on-boarding process of each new hire. We conduct formal check-ins with both parties for the first 90 days to assure effective alignment and to maximize success.
Whether you’re a Fortune 1000 company or a smaller to mid-size organization, you’ll find our approach both substantive and flexible.