4 Great Reasons Why Companies Should Use an Executive Search Firm

For most companies, hiring and retaining talent is a challenge. When it comes to hiring and retaining key leadership roles, it is typically even more challenging. If you have been involved in an executive search before, you understand the time, resources, and experience required to get it right. When companies use an executive search firm, […]

How Much Do Executive Search Firms Charge?

An executive search firm is a company who employs headhunters and recruiters who are well-networked in their niche and who find qualified candidates for the search firms’ clients. Executive search firms charge different fees based on the search structure and payment terms. “Most recruiters want this: 30% of the annual salary and a clear agreement […]

Staffing Agency vs. Executive Search Firm

In both staffing agencies and executive search firms, increased workloads, unrealistic position requirements, and slow recruiting processes can greatly hinder success. Millions of people apply for different career opportunities online every day. However, only a few people get a response, let alone a call from the employer they applied to. Companies who have HR teams […]

Automated Recruitment 101: Prospective Candidates

Prospective Candidate Discovery When a client brings us a new recruitment search at AKA Search Group, it takes less than 45 minutes to consult with our client, create a list of prospective candidates and begin attacking them. Needs Analysis Call With Client During a needs analysis conversation with our client, we discover the following position […]

It is 2022 and Cold Calling is Still Not Dead

Cold calling is not dead. I remember years back, especially when LinkedIn was becoming a big thing, people saying cold calling was dying. In 2019, I implemented an in-house cold calling team for the company I was working for. It was a real estate investing company and cold calling instantly became our highest ROI marketing […]

The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in the Hiring Process

Emotional intelligence (EI) plays a critical role in hiring and managing employees in today’s workplace. As businesses increasingly recognize the importance of interpersonal skills and emotional awareness, EI has become a key factor in recruitment processes. This blog will explore what emotional intelligence is, why it matters in hiring, how to assess it in candidates, […]

Beyond Resumes: Innovative Ways to Identify Top Talent

Finding the right talent for your company is no longer just about sifting through a stack of resumes. In today’s fast-paced and technology-driven world, innovative methods are emerging to help identify top talent. These methods go beyond the traditional resume and cover letter, offering deeper insights into a candidate’s capabilities and potential fit within a […]

Key Performance Indicators to Measure Recruitment Success

Measuring the success of recruitment efforts is essential for any organization. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) help track and evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment processes. By understanding and monitoring these KPIs, companies can improve their hiring strategies and ensure they are attracting the best talent. This blog will explore four crucial KPIs to measure recruitment success. […]

The Essential Role of Confidentiality in Recruitment

Confidentiality is a crucial aspect of the recruitment process that helps protect both the candidates and the company. When information is kept private, it builds trust, ensures fairness, and safeguards sensitive data. This blog will explore why confidentiality is so important, breaking it down into four main sections. Building Trust with Candidates Maintaining confidentiality in […]