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The PLACER© Search Process

The PLACER© Process originally referred to the labour intensive practice of “panning” for gold.

Our 23 Step PLACER© Search Process allows us to sift through a large number of candidates to uncover the “nuggets” best suited to our client needs. It is designed to provide a road map which maximizes the likelihood of a successful search outcome (breadth of search and depth of candidate assessment) while minimizing the potential negative impact of the unexpected (process control). In fact, our three unique Core Competencies pervade the entire search process:

Our 23 Step PLACER© Search Process

The “Fulcrum” of Process Control

Over half of the stages in our 23 Step Process are included to eliminate “chance” and minimize the unexpected. “Give me a lever long enough, and a fulcrum on which to place it, and I will move the earth” – Archimedes

The Breadth of “Search”

The search begins with extensive industry research, supported by functional expertise. We access candidates through a multi-pronged approach, including but not limited to direct recruiting (head hunting), networking/referrals, our proprietary database (40 years continuous development), industry associations, and advertising.

The “Science” of Fit

Features up to 6 levels of assessment, including candidate scoping (research), telephone screening, resume review, in-depth behaviour-based interview, thorough reference checking, and psychometric assessment, going beyond Education and Experience, and focusing on Fit.

Our executive search completion ratio is THREE TIMES the industry average in North America.

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