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Negotiating a Job Offer: An Executive Recruiter’s Guide for Candidates
By Benjamin Farber, President of Bristol Associates Over the years, our executive recruiters have guided countless organizations and seasoned professionals through the negotiation process, witnessing firsthand how delicate and nuanced these discussions can be. Executive-level negotiations are...
Mastering Work-Life Balance: Tips from Busy Executives
With all of the holidays, the end of the year can feel like a whirlwind, especially for executives balancing business deadlines with seasonal chaos. To help navigate through it, we turned to leaders across different industries to share how they keep their personal and professional lives afloat as...
Revealing Questions to Ask Employers During an Interview
The questions to ask employers during a job interview are just as important as the answers you give. When the hiring manager wraps up with, “Do you have any questions for us?” think of it as your chance to gain meaningful intel that will guide you through the rest of the hiring journey, rather...
How to Spot Recruitment Scams: A Guide for Job Seekers
While technology has created many incredible opportunities for job seekers, it also poses risks for those unaware of the growing number of recruitment frauds online. Scammers are taking advantage of professionals who may be struggling or eager to find a new role, making them more susceptible to...
The Human Side of Recruiting
By Ben Farber I had the pleasure of speaking with John Cash Filippe on the G&L Voice Podcast about general advice and experiences working with candidates as an executive recruiter. After reflecting on our discussion, I want to summarize and expand upon my thoughts for professionals who did not...
Recommended Reads: 5 Motivational Page-Turners for Leaders
Who doesn’t love to unwind with a good book at the end of a long day or while taking a lunch break? To celebrate National Reading Month, we curated five books relating to leadership that we recommend reading this year. Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More...
Resume Refresh: Recommendations from an Executive Recruiter
Employers and recruiters review hundreds, if not thousands of resumes in their careers. And sometimes, even the most amazing candidates can easily be overlooked if they are unable to fully showcase their talent through their resume. So, how can you ensure that your resume is fully optimized?...
The Importance of a Thank You Email After an Interview
For job seekers, the interview process is not over when you walk out of the door or hang up the phone. Sending a thank you email to your interviewers is a simple, yet effective way to stand out from the rest of the interviewees. Surprisingly, not all executive candidates follow up with a thank you...
How to Prepare for an Executive Remote Interview
Video conferencing software has become a convenient tool for many companies in the hiring process. Due to the popularity of remote interviews, job seekers must learn how to put their best foot forward in a virtual environment. While recent years have created a major shift in the workforce, some...