O’Connell Group Executive Search Recognized by Forbes for 3rd Year

Person is choosing O'Connell Group for the Forbes list of best executive search firms

We are thrilled to share some exciting news with our LinkedIn family! O’Connell Group Executive Search has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms for the third year in a row in 2023. This prestigious recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence and success in the field of executive recruitment.…

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Risks and Challenges Loom Beneath the “Work-from-Anywhere” Reality

Recruitment and retention challenges loom beneath the “work-from-anywhere” reality. Download the Pandemic Workplace Survey graphic showing an iceberg

Our most recent survey, “The Pandemic Workplace: Impact on Career Decisions” reports the dominant preference of respondents to continue the flexibility to “work from anywhere.” The vast majority (98%) expressed their preference for working in a hybrid (56%) or fully remote (42%) office situation. But, the survey also reveals the risks and challenges ahead as…

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How to Hire Top Talent in a “Buyer’s Market”

How to Hire Top Talent in a “Buyer’s Market”

The following is adapted from Ignite Your Career! Do you know how to build a team with top talent in this highly competitive market?  Investors back companies that build teams who know how to create value and growth in our “new reality.” Whether your company is closely held, part of a private equity portfolio, or publicly…

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4 Ways Students Can Identify Their Innate Strengths

4 Ways Students Can Identify Their Innate Strengths

The following is adapted from Ignite Your Career! “What are your strengths?” When a career advisor or guidance counselor asks this question, you might freeze up. That’s OK. Knowing yourself sounds simple enough, but for many students, it can be hard to gauge your strengths accurately. You might downplay the things you’re great at or overlook…

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Kris Holmes on WGVU Public Media: “Strategies and Tactics to Unleash Your Potential”

Kris Holmes on WGVU Public Media: “Strategies and Tactics to Unleash Your Potential”

The following is adapted from Ignite Your Career! We talk all things strategies and tactics to unleash your potential with one in the know, author of Ignite Your Career, Kris Holmes. wgvunews.org/the-wgvu-morning-show/2020-12-22/ignite-your-career For more advice on building a successful career, you can find Ignite Your Career! on Amazon.

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A Simple Guide to Negotiating a Win-Win Job Offer

A Simple Guide to Negotiating a Win-Win Job Offer

The following is adapted from Ignite Your Career! Congratulations! You’ve applied for a role, gone through the lengthy interview process, and finally, received a job offer. But wait, the journey isn’t over yet. You still need to negotiate the details. Applicants often think negotiations are just about salary. Of course, salary is a key element, but…

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