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 | Jul 14, 2025 | Culture, Executive Search
“Culture Fit” has become one of the most overused and underexamined phrases in the hiring world. Companies proudly tout that they hire for it. Leaders list it as a top priority in their recruitment process. But peel back the layers, and an unsettling reality emerges....
by Ken McGovern | Jan 17, 2025 | Culture, Job Search
Gone are the days when job seekers had to fit into a mold to land a role. In today’s hiring landscape, authenticity isn’t just encouraged—it’s a key factor in building strong, lasting professional relationships. Companies are prioritizing cultural alignment, knowing...
by Ken McGovern | Sep 16, 2024 | Culture, Executive Search, Leadership, Leadership Development
Life’s transitions, whether personal or professional, often come with a mix of excitement and uncertainty. When my wife and I relocated from our long-time home in a town where we had lived for 30+ years to a new home down state. We found ourselves in the unfamiliar...
by Ken McGovern | Jul 17, 2024 | Culture, Leadership Development
Some companies like Google, Microsoft and even NASA have a waiting list a mile long to get into their intern programs. Let’s just say, they aren’t lacking when it comes to having a feeder program for top emerging talent. Their programs are fiercely competitive,...
