Retained search Firms

Executive Search Myths: The Science of Selection

Krista Bradford
March 23, 2026
Executive Search
5 min read

40% of retained searches fail to complete. Why? Because most firms still rely on the myth that a “proprietary database” is a competitive advantage. Discover how to apply investigative journalism and computer-assisted research to executive…

3 Questions Not to Ask Search Firms (And What to Ask Instead)

Krista Bradford
March 18, 2026
Executive Search
4 min read

If you are shopping for an executive search firm to conduct a high-stakes senior-level search, be cautious of “cookie-cutter” selection questions used to screen recruitment firms you’re considering. These lists are rarely objective. Most are…