FAQs

What is the true cost of a bad hire?

In most cases, the true cost is roughly 3.5 x the hire’s annual salary which, clearly has a negative impact on business.

Our unique Bad Calculator™ uses the latest data and super clever algorithms to work out what the true cost is to you.

Click here to try it.

How do I build a LinkedIn profile that gets results?

Our search consultants specialise in LinkedIn optimisation and also help you to grow your network.

To book a consultation, call 01962 587136.

What is EVP?

Employee Value Proposition (EVP) is the value that employees get for working at an organisation.

This can include salary, benefits and perks such as work-life balance and career development.

Read our blog about EVP here.

What is the 90 Day Accelerator Programme?

The 90–Day Accelerator Programme is a bespoke and independent one-on-one coaching plan designed to support new senior hires to integrate quicker, delivering results faster in the first three months of their new role.

Click here to find out more about this service.

Who do you represent?

Our purpose at Executive Heads is to help our clients to access, assess and retain the best Executive and Director level talent that will make their businesses successful.

Clients retain our services when they are looking to achieve transformation, growth or competitive advantage.

Our speciality is in the search for, and placement of executive-level and departmental leadership roles comprising C-Suite and Senior Leadership teams. Clients range in scale from start-ups and SMEs to global corporations in the private, public and not for profit sectors.

What is the best CV format?

We have bespoke CV templates available, get in touch with us to find out more.

How can I improve my network?

Our leadership expertise allows us to build engagement and create networking opportunities through a variety of events.

We enhance the experience by attracting inspirational speakers that bring to life thought-provoking business topics.

Click here to view our upcoming events.

What is thought leadership?

A thought leader is an individual or firm that is recognised as an authority in a specialised field and whose expertise is sought and often rewarded.

Through our strong network, we have access to a range of thought leaders who cover a variety of topics at our networking events.

What is psychometric testing?

Psychometric testing is a scientific way of evaluating an individual’s performance and includes, but is not limited to, knowledge, personality traits, skills, job and academic potential and attitudes.

Click here to find out how psychometric testing can help your business.

How do I hire a Director?

You have three options, place an advert – but be prepared to be inundated with incapable, unqualified and unemployable applicants, use the services of an old-school search consultancy, which won’t help with retention or contact us, a consultancy with products designed to help increase your retention, while reducing your time and financial investment.

Who do I use to hire senior leaders?

Senior leadership can make or break the success of your organisation.

You need someone with a strong track record who knows and understands the idiosyncracies not only of your organisation but also of how those individuals can best accelerate its performance.

Look for a consultant with a demonstrable track record of delivering success, with a process that will turn potential candidates into advocates of your organisation.

Get in contact to hear how we can support you with this.

What sort of executive roles do you place?

Typically our focus is C-Suite and C-Suite -1.

Our purpose is to help our clients to appoint the best Director and leadership talent to ensure their businesses are successful.

What are the benefits of having a coach?

Moving into a new senior role is a challenge, especially when expectations are high.  

Having someone who offers independence, confidentiality and a different perspective is an advantage.

Click here to view a video about our 90-Day Accelerator Programme.