Critical Elements

Fit counts

The right fit counts in hiring. In fact, it may ultimately be the single most telling factor. The failure rate for new executive hires is daunting. Research recently pegged it at 40% in the first 18 months. The main reason for these failures is fit.

There was a time when the employer took a gamble on the profile fit. It doesn’t happen anymore thanks to sophisticated assessment tools which analyze the cultural and behavioral leanings of the candidate and have thus taken a lot of the guesswork out.

At Cornerstone, we go a step further. We not only analyze the characteristics of the candidate, we benchmark it against an equally detailed profile, assembled with the hiring manager of the slot the new hire must fill. These are normally “below the radar” type of influences which end up very much on the radar screen if it doesn’t work out.

Speed Counts

The pace definitely counts in hiring. Good candidates may be hard to find in some sectors. There are also fewer good leaders and potential leaders which makes the search even more difficult.

Then there is the matter of cost to you of that empty office and lost opportunity. So speed counts.

But not just speed. Sprinting through resumes is not the answer. You need to know where the quality candidates are, who might be the best fit, and who might be ready to come over.

We network and find qualified candidates for each other. We share a drive for client satisfaction in our brand. Most offices maintain databanks of pre-screened candidates. Our executive search process is built on shared best practices and is fast, efficient and thorough.

Communication Counts

We make communication the starting point of the entire search process. If we don’t clearly understand what you want, the exercise is pointless.

That’s why we spend more time with you in the beginning than most – making certain we’re both aligned as to what is important in candidates.

We then take that understanding and apply it with our experience and expertise to identify potential candidates.
We also place a lot of importance on communication in our executive candidate assessment. Leaders who struggle to communicate usually don’t lead for long.

Members of Cornerstone International Group are in 70 locations around the world. We share best practices and the latest technology. When you think of excellence in recruiting practices, think of cornerstone International Group for your executive recruiting, assessment and coaching.

Remember: fit, speed, and communication, all count.

For more details Please contact Mr. Vijay Karkare, Managing Director - Cornerstone India at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.