We are thrilled to announce that Forbes has once again named Pearson Partners International one of America’s Best Executive Search Firms. This marks the fourth year of this distinction for our commitment to excellence in executive search and leadership consulting. As the recruitment landscape stabilizes from the tumultuous period known as the “Great Resignation,” more executives are expressing satisfaction with their current employment. A recent survey by ZipRecruiter reveals that over 86% of new hires are content in their roles, a stark contrast to the job-hopping trends observed in previous ..read more

Lisa Thompson, LPC, PCC Vice President The concept of “quiet quitting” has garnered attention in recent discussions on workplace dynamics. As executives and leaders, understanding this phenomenon is crucial for fostering productivity and a positive organizational culture. What is Quiet Quitting? Quiet quitting does not involve leaving a job but rather a subtle withdrawal from efforts beyond the basic requirements. Employees may still complete their tasks, but their engagement and enthusiasm significantly wane. This shift often goes unnoticed initially but can permeate the workplace over time ..read more

Lisa Thompson, LPC, PCC Vice President Finding a Job After 50: A Guide to a Successful Career Transition Finding a job after 50 can be a challenging yet rewarding endeavor. People often ask me if it is hopeless to look for a job after a “certain age.” Everyone has heard stories about ageism and the perception that older workers are not in demand because they are not current with emerging trends and technology or can’t keep up with the required pace. How can you overcome age-related biases and effectively leverage your experience to stand out in a competitive job market? In this article, I pr ..read more

by Lisa Thompson, LPC, PCC Vice President The work-from-home and work-from-anywhere (WFH/WFA) model has profoundly transformed in recent years. What was once considered a novel concept has become an integral part of the modern workplace. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the global shift towards remote work, and as a result, employers and employees have had to adapt to this new way of working. In this article, we explore the changing work-from-home environment, its impact on individuals and organizations and the future of remote work. The Pandemic Push: WFH Goes Mainstream The beginning of t ..read more

Stephen P. Konstans was formerly an SVP at Pearson Partners International. As an executive recruiter, I spend much of my time with client companies hiring top financial and accounting talent and talking with CFOs and CFOs-in-Waiting about their careers. When I started recruiting in the financial and accounting space many years ago, life was much more straightforward for CFOs and their teams. It essentially consisted of reporting numbers, handling financial transactions and looking for any significant financial trends within the business. Today, CFOs are also being asked to handle things like ..read more

Stephen P. Konstans, Senior Vice President and Financial Officers Practice Leader at Pearson Partners International, is featured in an Oracle NetSuite study on the increasing rise of the CFO to CEO, with insight and tips for CFOs for a successful ascent to CEO. Pearson Partners summarizes this transformative study below. Read the full article and a comprehensive breakdown on NetSuite.com. Stephen P. Konstans SVP & Financial Officers Practice Leader In the first half of 2022, the promotion of chief financial officers to chief executive officers reached an all-time high, marking an upward ..read more

Global executive search firm earns prestigious accolade for the third time Pearson Partners International is thrilled to announce its recognition for the third time by Forbes as one of America’s Best Executive Search Firms. In today’s complex economic and geopolitical climate, C-suite executives face myriad challenges in the workplace, including employee burnout and stress, increased focus on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, the drive for sustainable business practices and increased workplace transparency. A recent Deloitte global survey revealed that nearly 70 percent of C-suite e ..read more

Renee Arrington President & COO At our recent IIC Partners global conference in Paris, Renee Arrington, President & COO of Pearson Partners, moderated a panel on Global HR Trends That Are Transforming Business, featuring three HR executives from leading European companies. The panelists represented diverse industries—heavy manufacturing and defense, technology and FMCG—and offered great insights into how their companies and leaders are rising to the challenges of the new realities of working. The discussion highlighted five top HR trends transforming business: Organizational change ..read more

Throughout our lives, we have bursts of action toward realizing our most coveted dreams and goals. Yet, many of us hit barriers and retreat to our places of comfort. To make lasting progress, we must identify past pitfalls and consider what will be different this time. No one explained this concept better than Portia Nelson in her book There’s a Hole in My Sidewalk: “I walk down the same street. There is a deep hole in the sidewalk. I see it is there. I still fall in…it’s a habit.” Simply identifying problems isn’t enough to break habits. To avoid the same mistakes and make real progress, you ..read more

Recently, I shared an exercise to align your actions with your purpose. What if you are unsure of your purpose? Here is a question to help: When you are at your best, what are you doing? Identifying your moments of greatest strength and fulfillment can show how you can provide the most value to the world. For example, are you in your element when giving a presentation? Do you feel energized and effective during team planning sessions? You can translate these activities into purpose statements. Here are a few examples: Public speaking: Inspire people to action. Strategic planning: Lead people ..read more