Secrets of the Executive Search Experts

Headhunters have a knack for making "miracles." Out of seemingly thin air they locate star job candidates, folks who rarely materialize using the usual recruitment sources. How do they do it?

This compelling book reveals the strategies used by top-ranking executive search professionals. It focuses on the crucially important research process, explaining how to maximize the power of both traditional and online resources. Readers will discover:

* executive search research methodology--a fail-proof 7-step process for finding the best managerial and professional candidates. * interviews with experts--straightforward answers to frequently asked questions. * online research strategies--steps for conducting on-line research, descriptions of 32 popular business databases, tips for using online services, strategies for finding people on the Internet.

Plus, readers get tips on working with outside search firms, steps for locating candidates abroad, and explanations of industry terms--a full arsenal of valuable information.

Christian Schoyen (London and Los Angeles) is managing director of Executive Search Research (ESR) Limited and has prior experience with two leading head hunting firms, Ward Howell International and A.T. Kearney.

Nils Rasmussen (Los Angeles) is research manager/USA for ESR and is a specialist in online research, the Internet, and corporate intelligence.