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Context Matters And Most Referrals Don’t Include It.

Christian Spletzer April 28, 2025 4 mins
A few weeks ago, a CEO posted on LinkedIn asking for recommendations for a sales executive recruiter. The post blew up - over 600 comments, dozens of referrals, and tons of confident endorsements. It was generous, well-meaning… and almost ...
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Why Friendly Referrals Fail

Christian Spletzer March 25, 2025 3 mins
When it comes to choosing an executive recruiter for your organization's critical hiring needs, it's natural to seek advice from trusted sources. Friends, colleagues and mentors will provide referrals based on their own personal ...
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