Being an experienced manager searching for a new role is a balancing act. Staying visible to peers without overdoing it. Letting people know a search is underway without coming across as desperate. Keeping up the image of a seasoned professional whilst acknowledging the need to rely on a network. Even for the most experienced managers, […]
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Why great candidates disappear during the hiring process
It happens in almost every hiring process. A strong candidate enters the process, performs well in the first interview, continues to the next stages and seems genuinely interested in the role. And then suddenly the candidate disappears. Emails are no longer answered, calls are postponed, or the candidate simply says he or she decided to […]
Why hiring senior leaders during organisational transition is so difficult
Organisational transition is no longer an exception: it has become the default operating environment. Growth pressure, technological acceleration, restructuring, and global competition mean many companies are evolving continuously rather than episodically. Yet hiring senior leaders during organisational change remains one of the most underestimated challenges organisations face. Leadership expectations have fundamentally changed Today’s executives are […]
From legal duty to trust builder: Key takeaways from the EU Pay Transparency Directive webinar
The webinar on the EU Pay Transparency Directive provided HR professionals and business leaders with a clear overview of upcoming regulatory changes and their implications for Swiss companies. Beyond compliance, the session highlighted how pay transparency can serve as a strategic lever to strengthen fairness, trust, and organizational culture. New EU pay transparency rules coming […]
Point of view: Partnering with an Executive Search Consultancy: A powerful lever for more relevant hires
Engaging an executive search consultancy can sometimes feel like a simple transaction: you send a job request, receive a stack of CVs, and everyone goes their own way. But as roles become more complex and competition for talent intensifies, this approach reaches its limits. If there is only one piece of advice to remember, it […]
360° Feedback: a mirror for growth, not for judgement
How 360° feedback strengthens leadership and team cohesion In today’s professional world, technical skills alone are no longer enough. The true mark of leadership lies in the ability to know oneself, to evolve, and to inspire others. But how to progress on this path of self-awareness? Among the most powerful tools to achieve this, 360° […]
Point-of-view: why great hiring still needs a human story
In a world where most companies use automation in recruitment, hiring is changing fast. Technology promises efficiency and objectivity — but it can quietly remove the most valuable part of recruitment: the human story that turns profiles into people. At Finders, we see every day how the right story can change a hiring outcome. When […]
Webinar : Understanding Burnout and Building Resilience – Signs and Tips for Prevention
The webinar on recognizing and preventing burnout, organized by Holinstinct — specialists in well-being and transformational coaching — and hosted by Finders, offered valuable insights into a growing issue in today’s workplaces. It explored the effects of chronic stress, clarified the difference between stress and burnout, and shared strategies to prevent and manage these challenges. […]
Should recruitment be based on moral alignment? The return of values in the recruitment process
« Soft skills », « culture fit », « values alignment » : once peripheral notions in recruitment, these concepts now occupy a central place. Behind this shift lies a deeper question: should candidates now be expected to share a company’s core beliefs in order to be hired? In other words, can — or should — […]
How to hire when you’re an early-stage startup
Hiring in an early-stage startup is a bit like building a house while the plans are still evolving: you need to move fast, aim precisely, and get creative with limited resources. At this stage, your team is still small, your product is evolving, and your business model is likely still being tested. In this context, […]