by Ken McGovern | Jul 20, 2026 | Career, Culture, Executive Search, Interviewing
I hear it constantly from other search firms, especially the contingency shops that are racing to fill as many roles as possible, as fast as possible. A candidate sails through the final round. Everyone shakes hands. The offer goes out. And then, nothing. Radio...
by Ken McGovern | May 26, 2026 | Career, Culture, Executive Search, Interviewing, Leadership
Most companies say they hire for culture fit. At face value, that sounds smart. You want people who align with your mission, values, and way of working. Nobody wants to bring in someone who damages morale, creates unnecessary conflict, or disrupts the team in...
by Ken McGovern | Mar 23, 2026 | Career, Executive Search, Networking
Over the years I have noticed something interesting about successful people in business. The ones who consistently make smart decisions rarely make them alone. Behind most strong leaders is a circle of trusted advisors – people they turn to for perspective,...
by Ken McGovern | Jan 15, 2026 | Career, Executive Search, Interviewing, Job Search
Career pivots rarely fail because someone lacks talent. They fail because the story never becomes believable. That difference matters more than most candidates realize. When experienced professionals attempt a career change, the friction usually appears early....
by Ken McGovern | Nov 17, 2025 | Team Development
Hiring great talent is hard enough. Keeping that talent is even harder. The truth is, you can find the perfect candidate, someone who checks all the boxes, fits the culture on paper, and seems eager to contribute, but if the onboarding experience misses the mark, the...
