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When a candidate walks into a final round with a strategic plan, here’s what we tell them: ✅ Keep it focused ✅ Solve for their problem ✅ Don’t overbuild, anchor it in what you know so far You’re not there to teach the company how to run. You’re there to show how you think, prioritize, and execute under pressure. In this short clip, we break down how to present a smart, simple plan that positions you as the hire, not just a hopeful. 🎬 Watch the full video on our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/eGjnxRBr And if you want more bite-sized, behind-the-scenes advice from executive coaching sessions and real hiring conversations, subscribe while you're there. #ExecutiveInterviews #LeadershipStrategy #CLevelSuccess #InterviewTips #30-60-90Plan #ExecutivePresence #MichelleMerritt #NormaDavila #DSExecutiveCareer

The best executives don’t wait to be asked. They come prepared, with a plan that shows how they think, lead, and solve problems from day one. Even if the board or hiring team doesn’t ask for it. Presenting a simple outline during the interview can shift how they see you, fast. In this quick clip, we break down how having a strategic plan ready (even if it's rough!) can be the differentiator that gets you the offer. Are you ready to prepare your next move the right way? Book a call with us, today: https://lnkd.in/dr7de5Cp Remember, Winning Top Opportunities Takes More Than Experience. It Takes Strategy. #ExecutiveLeadership #InterviewStrategy #ExecutivePresence #CLevelSuccess #CareerGrowth #MichelleMerritt #NormaDavila #DSExecutiveCareer #ExecutiveBranding #First100Days #LeadershipDevelopment

Getting hired isn’t the win. Staying hired is. In this quick clip, we break down what separates the executives who thrive from the ones who quietly exit before day 100. 🎯 You’ll hear: • Why some leaders leave even after winning the job • The #1 differentiator we’ve seen in successful transitions • What no one prepares you for in that critical onboarding window 👉 Watch the full video on our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/eGjnxRBr (And hit that subscribe button, we’re sharing more of these behind-the-scenes insights weekly.) #ExecutiveLeadership #First100Days #OnboardingStrategy #CLevelSuccess #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipDevelopment #JobSearchStrategy #MichelleMerritt #NormaDavila #DSExecutiveCareer

⏰ Early Bird Reminder: Only 1 Week Left! ⏰ Early bird registration for PRISM 2025 ends on July 31st. Don't miss your chance to save on the premier annual Private Directors Association® Conference! 🎯 Mark Your Calendars: October 7-9, 2025 PRISM brings together the nation's leading voices in private company board governance, offering unparalleled opportunities to expand your knowledge, connect with fellow private company owners, C-Suite executives, and board leaders. 🚀 Join us: Debra Boggs and I will be leading the Pre-Conference Master Class: Pathways to the Boardroom – a session you won't want to miss! This exclusive masterclass is designed to provide actionable insights for aspiring and current board members navigating today's complex governance landscape. Join fellow governance leaders at the only national conference exclusively focused on private company boards. Discover innovative governance strategies, build valuable connections, and enhance your boardroom expertise. Register now to secure early bird pricing before July 31st! #PRISM2025 #BoardGovernance #PrivateCompanyBoards #ProfessionalDevelopment #Leadership #Governance #BoardDirectors #PrivateDirectorsAssociation

Your board documents aren’t meant to tell your life story. They’re designed to make you memorable - quickly. If it takes six pages to explain your value, it’s time to rethink the strategy. This quick clip shares why brevity matters, and how to make every word work. You can also checkout our Board Readiness Checklist here to ensure you are Board READY!: https://lnkd.in/ev-X7n5i #BoardReadiness #ExecutiveBranding #BoardSearch #LeadershipVisibility

A written UVP isn’t just a nice-to-have. It’s quickly becoming a standard. The NYSE Board Readiness Program now asks for it. So do many boards. If you don’t have yours yet, or aren’t sure how to position it, this is a good place to start: 📎 Access our free Board Readiness Checklist here: https://lnkd.in/ev-X7n5i Start here. Stand out. #BoardReady #ExecutiveBranding #BoardSearch #LeadershipVisibility

You’ve polished the LinkedIn profile. You’ve got the resume, the bios, the pitch. But, have you actually told anyone you’re looking for a board seat? That silence you’re hearing? It’s not rejection. It’s invisibility. In this quick video, we break down why your board search might be stalling, and the simple (but overlooked) move that could change everything 👇 Grab the free Board Readiness Checklist too: https://lnkd.in/ev-X7n5i #BoardReadiness #ExecutiveVisibility #LeadershipDevelopment #WomenOnBoards #BoardSearch

It’s not always about you. Sometimes, the “sure thing” falls apart for reasons you’ll never see coming. New CEO. Internal candidate. Budget freeze. Board reshuffle. Strategic pivot. Acquisition. We’ve seen offers rescinded even after contracts were sent. Here’s the tough part: If you’ve bet your whole job search on that one “golden” opportunity, now you’re five months in and back at square one. This is your reminder: 🎯 Keep moving. 🎯 Never stop nurturing pipeline. 🎯 Don’t pause just because one option looks promising. Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/enxDMpkg This will help change how you handle long hiring cycles. #ExecutiveSearch #JobSearchStrategy #CLevelLeadership #CareerMomentum #LeadershipTransitions #InterviewStrategy #BoardSearch #HiringProcess #StayReady

A client of ours asked thoughtful, strategic questions before presenting to the board. She wasn’t trying to impress, she was trying to prepare. That single move positioned her differently. They saw how she thinks, how she leads, and how she solves. And guess what? She got the offer. Especially at the executive level, you're not being hired to know it all. You're being hired to think, to partner with a board, ask hard questions, and lead with clarity. 🎥 Watch the full clip here: https://lnkd.in/enxDMpkg #ExecutiveLeadership #JobSearchStrategy #CLevelHiring #LeadershipDevelopment #AskBetterQuestions #BoardInterview #CareerGrowth #ThoughtfulLeadership #ExecutivePresence #StrategicThinking

When we say "executive strategy," we mean it. Not generic advice. Not templated résumés. Not empty optimism. You get a full leadership team behind your search -- ✔️ Market intelligence ✔️ Messaging that lands ✔️ Compensation strategy ✔️ Board readiness ✔️ Real talk on what’s working now We’ve helped senior leaders navigate downturns, mergers, restructures, and come out ahead. The market has changed. So should your strategy. 📞 Book your Executive Strategy Call → https://lnkd.in/dr7de5Cp Let’s get to work. #ExecutiveSearch #LeadershipStrategy #CareerMoves #BoardReady #JobSearchSupport #ExecutiveJobMarket