Building a network isn’t about the number of followers, views, or random connections. It’s about creating an eco-system that actually works for you. Here’s how I think about it: 1) ECO-SYSTEM The number of followers, views, and silly connections are worthless if you don’t have an eco-system. You need a web of 50 good contacts you can trust. Example: An …
Why the AI Offer Process Is So Difficult
Hiring in AI/ML isn’t just about compensation; it’s a full-scale talent war. Compensation Wars I just closed a machine learning engineer where I doubled his comp and added a $100K sign-on, putting him at $700K total. Within days, the client’s direct competitor countered with another $700K in sign-on cash. Gee whiz, Karen! LOL. This is the reality: top AI talent …
How Private Equity and Private Credit Are Changing Their Fundraising Channels
Fundraising in private markets is undergoing a seismic shift. The traditional reliance on institutional capital endowments, foundations, and pensions is giving way to a new wave of distribution through RIAs, wirehouses, and private banks. It’s not just a subtle change. It’s a gap as big as the moon. Here’s why the smartest funds are rethinking where their capital comes from. …
Dukes of HAZZARD: Why Top Talent Doesn’t Come to You
Asset managers often wonder why elite talent isn’t flocking to their door. The truth? They’re looking at the wrong signals and making predictable mistakes in how they evaluate people. Here’s the real breakdown. 1. Off-Paper vs. In-Person Too many firms rely solely on resumes. They’ll glance at a CV, shrug “meh,” and move on without ever considering whether that person …
Top HOT Searches for Succession
Succession is leading two major searches right now, both with massive upside for the right candidate. Managing Director – Litigation Dispute (Construction) Requirement: Portable book of $2MM+ Compensation: $300,000 base + 30% of your book This is a chance to leverage your litigation dispute expertise into a scalable, high-reward platform. BOOM. Chief Sales Officer – Property Technology (SFR) Requirement: Portable …
Succession HOT Search
Succession has been retained on a high-impact executive search that could change the trajectory of a fast-growing property technology business. The goal? Scale from $1B to $3B. The Role: COO / President – Property Technology We’re looking for a leader with deep real estate expertise and a tech-enabled tilt, a powerhouse who can bridge the gap between innovation and execution …
Why the AI Offer Process Is So Difficult
Hiring in AI/ML isn’t just about compensation, it’s a full-scale talent war. Compensation Wars I just closed a machine learning engineer where I doubled his comp and added a $100K sign-on, putting him at $700K total. Within days, the client’s direct competitor countered with another $700K in sign-on cash. Gee whiz, Karen! LOL. This is the reality: top AI talent …
BABA YAGA: How I Learned to Resolve Multiple Conflicts at Once
Conflict is part of the game, especially at the highest levels of business and investing. The question isn’t whether conflict will arise, but how you navigate it. Over the years, I’ve developed an approach that lets me resolve multiple conflicts at once while still coming out ahead. 1. Lawsuits Big players often fold when real discovery begins. Behind the egos, …
Game Recognizes Game: Three Ways I Use Your Talents to My Advantage
In business and in life, success is rarely a solo act. The real magic happens when different talents come together to create something greater than the sum of its parts. Here’s how I use the strengths of others to complement mine and why that synergy matters. 1. To Fill My Blind Spots I know where I shine: human capital management, …
Hiring for AI Leadership is Broken and We’re Here to Fix It
Finding top-tier AI leadership is harder than ever. The talent pool is small, the stakes are high, and traditional recruiting simply isn’t cutting it. At Succession Executive Search, we’ve built a global network of board directors, C-level executives, engineers, and AI leaders curated through decades of relationships, proven results, and unmatched digital reach. With more than 45 million views across …
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