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The Metropolitan Club Hires Joe Hoffecker as Executive Director

Centennial was honored to represent this executive search engagement which ultimately led to a great leader, Joe Hoffecker, who will continue the Metropolitan Club's mission to serve the region and The Met Club members with excellence. COVINGTON, KY – March 27, 2019 – The Metropolitan Club, Greater Cincinnati’s unique and…

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Seven Enemies of Success for Newly Promoted Leaders – Part 2

In part one of this two part series, we took a look at 3 of the 7 enemies of success for newly promoted leaders. They are sneaky enemies that can easily take you by surprise, which is why so many really talented individuals fail in new roles.  A deeper dive…

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Is the Leader You Need Hiding in Plain Sight?

This article was originally published on the Human Capital Institute blog. Have you ever bought something for your home only to realize you already have exactly what you need? This same phenomenon happens in the workplace, and on an even larger scale. The leader you think you need to hire…

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Seven Enemies of Success for Newly Promoted Leaders – Part 1

In a previous blog article we introduced you to the problem that many organizations and individuals are facing: Leaders fail in newly promoted roles about 40% of the time.  In this blog, we will highlight 4 of the “Seven Enemies of Success for Newly Promoted Leaders” and provide some useful insights for…

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Executive Relocation with Lasting Impact

When the competition for top talent is fierce - and when is it not? - you will want to ensure that executive relocation is a pleasant experience for your new hire.  After investing time and energy into screening, interviewing and choosing the right person for your team, you certainly don't…

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The Internal Candidate Conundrum

Most organizations post openings internally as well as externally. Doing so sends a great message to employees on potential career paths within the organization and can greatly benefit employee retention.  However, an internal candidate comes with pros and pitfalls.  Here’s what to consider when an internal candidate is in the…

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Employers, Don’t End the Courtship Once the Offer Letter is Signed

Hiring managers often do a great job of wooing a prospective candidate when they are eager to add him or her to their team.  They put a lot of effort into representing their organization well and putting their best foot forward.  However, all too often their enthusiasm wanes once the…

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What is Talent Strategy – Why Should You Care?

"Talent strategy" is a buzzword being tossed around more and more, but not many know what it really is.  Financial strategy, operational strategy and marketing strategy are all terms that are commonly used and accepted. These topics are thoroughly discussed and planned for in the effort to reach the organization’s…

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Success That Got You Here, Could Very Well Get You There

There are so many conversations that we have each and every week that center on the idea that what got you here will not get you there.  However, I’d like to shake things up a bit and declare that, in regards to talent, what got you here might very well…

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