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Executive Search and Leadership Insights (Page 3)

This collection brings together our perspectives on executive search, technology leadership and the realities of senior decision making. We look beyond the surface of leadership appointments and into the behaviours, judgement calls and cultural signals that influence organisational performance. If you are interested in how leadership really works, this is the place to start.

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Executive Agility in Action: Why Interim Leaders Might Be Your Best Long Term Bet

Adastrum Consulting3 min read

Hiring Solutions

Executive Agility in Action: Why Interim Leaders Might Be Your Best Long Term Bet

Imagine a busy international airport suddenly losing its air traffic controller. Planes are circling, communication is strained, and there’s a very real risk of collision. Who steps in? Not someone you’ll hire after six months of interviews… but a seasoned professional who can slot in now, restore order, and keep everything safely moving. Interim leaders are your organisational air traffic controllers, parachuting in when the stakes are high and time is tight.

The Cultural Fit Mirage: Are You Just Hiring Yourself Again?

Adastrum Consulting2 min read

Hiring Solutions

The Cultural Fit Mirage: Are You Just Hiring Yourself Again?

We all know the phrase “culture fit”... it’s been baked into hiring decisions for decades. But here’s an uncomfortable truth, when overused or misunderstood, cultural fit can become a Trojan horse for unconscious bias. And the result? Leadership teams filled with people who look, think, and lead a lot like… well, you. That’s not cultural alignment. That’s cultural stagnation.

What If Your Leadership Team Is Driving With the Handbrake On?

Adastrum Consulting3 min read

Executive Search

What If Your Leadership Team Is Driving With the Handbrake On?

Over the years, I’ve seen plenty of leadership teams that look great on paper, strong CVs, strategic minds, ambitious plans. And yet… performance still drags. It’s a bit like driving a high-spec sports car with the handbrake half on. You can move forward, but the engine’s straining, the wheels don’t spin freely, and sooner or later, something burns out. So what’s holding these teams back?

Why Diversity & Inclusion Still Matter and Why It's Good for Business

Adastrum Consulting2 min read

Hiring Solutions

Why Diversity & Inclusion Still Matter and Why It's Good for Business

Let’s talk about Diversity and Inclusion. I know, for some, it might feel like a term that had its moment a few years back. Maybe you're tired of hearing about it. Maybe you even think it's become too political. But here's the thing… Regardless of your personal beliefs, one principle remains undeniably true… Everyone deserves an equal opportunity based on their individual merit, not on gender, race, or political leaning.

Advanced Psychometric Techniques: Enhancing Executive Recruitment

Adastrum Consulting3 min read

Career Development

Advanced Psychometric Techniques: Enhancing Executive Recruitment

Relying solely on traditional methods like CV reviews and interviews is not sufficient to guarantee a truly successful placement. We're all aware that a candidate's past performance, while important, isn't always a perfect predictor of future success in a new role or within a new organisational culture. That's why we're committed to staying at the forefront of recruitment innovation, and a key part of that is leveraging the power of advanced psychometric testing.

2025 Half-Way Executive Health Check: Is It a Candidate's Paradise or a Search Firms Headache?

Adastrum Consulting3 min read

Executive Search

2025 Half-Way Executive Health Check: Is It a Candidate's Paradise or a Search Firms Headache?

I've been taking a hard look at the executive job market lately, and let me tell you, it's a fascinating beast in 2025. It's a bit like diagnosing a patient, we need to health-check the industry to really understand what's going on, both for the amazing candidates out there and for us in executive search trying to connect them with the right opportunities. Frankly, it’s a real mixed bag. Some sectors are booming, others are holding steady, and everyone's scrambling to adapt to this new world.

The Psychology Powering Your Leadership Team

Adastrum Consulting2 min read

Technology Leadership

The Psychology Powering Your Leadership Team

What really makes a leadership team tick? We spend so much time focused on skills, experience, and technical prowess, but are we missing something crucial? I believe the answer is a resounding yes. We need to pay closer attention to the psychological foundations that underpin truly high-performing teams.

Is Your Leadership Team Truly Ready for What's Next?

Adastrum Consulting5 min read

Technology Leadership

Is Your Leadership Team Truly Ready for What's Next?

Most businesses recognise they need competent people in leadership positions. But ask yourself, Is your leadership team genuinely prepared to deal with the increasingly complex challenges your organisation faces? Are they truly equipped to anticipate market shifts, drive meaningful innovation, and secure a sustainable future? Or are they, perhaps, simply "good enough"?