Recruiting is big business ($10B) and that’s just at the executive level.

They don’t work for you, they work for their clients and it’s hard.

I know, I lived it.

Today’s recruiters are busier and pickier than ever.

They're not looking at your resume. They're looking through you.

Bottom-First Screening: While you obsess over that job title, elite recruiters scroll directly to your volunteer work and recommendations. This is where they spot the difference between performers and pretenders.

The $10K Truth Bomb "If I handed you $10,000 for development right now, where would it go?" Hesitate? You're done. Your immediate answer reveals what you know you lack — and whether you're brave enough to admit it.

ARU: The Invisible Scorecard Appreciation. Respect. Understanding. Leaders who master this trinity don't chase loyalty — it hunts them down.

No Scars = No Chance Perfect candidates terrify top recruiters. They want someone who's been burned to ashes and rebuilt themselves. Battle-tested. Not bubble-wrapped.

Team Credit = Instant Credibility The moment you say "I" instead of "we" when describing victories, you've exposed yourself as a corner-office liability.

Name The Bloody Moose: Address your "flaws" before they do. Age concerns? Throw it on the table first and reframe it as the seasoned judgment they desperately need.

00:00:00 Intro

00:04:16 Understanding Executive Talent

00:07:15 The Importance of Emotional Intelligence

00:10:03 Building a Strong Candidate Profile

00:13:53 How Candidates Can Work with Recruiters

00:16:41 Navigating Ageism in Recruitment

00:19:46 The Qualities of Effective Leaders

00:22:49 The Value of Vulnerability and Authenticity

00:25:48 The Changing Landscape of Employment

00:28:38 Overcoming Adversity in Leadership

00:31:43 Closing Thoughts and Recommendations

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