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Attract Great Talent by Standing Out—Not Sticking Out
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Forbes 2026 Best Executive Recruiting Firms
Forbes has ranked C-suite #27 out of 150 for Best Executive Recruiting Firms in 2026! Thank you to our amazing client companies and incredible candidates. We couldn't have done it [...]
Do the right thing
Sad but true . . . responding to unsolicited job seekers is apparently the exception rather than the rule. This is just one of the many responses I receive to [...]
I Love What I Do
I posted this last summer but today is one of those days that reminded me of how fortunate I am to do something I truly love... There are some [...]
Empathy—Sensing other people’s emotions
Sad but true...responding to unsolicited job seekers is apparently the exception rather than the rule... I received this note from a gentleman earlier this morning... 10:19 AM Barbara, Can [...]
H2H = Human to Human, Heart to Heart
Never underestimate the impact of a heartfelt “thank you”. No matter your age or stature, thanking someone either verbally or in writing, is both impactful and motivating. "Please" and "thank [...]
“Barbara’s greatest skill in recruiting top talent is her extraordinary insight into our company’s culture. In fact, while we considered multiple applicants surfaced by Barbara, the first candidate she presented perfectly matched our needs. She is thorough, professional, and a delight with whom to work. Her quick assessment of a client’s need is truly incredible.”
DICK CLARK, CEO & PRESIDENT OF CLARK LEADERSHIP CONSULTING
“Barbara is a superstar recruiter and a joy to work with! She really takes the time to get to know the needs of both the clients and the applicants and has a way of finding excellent people. She has built up a strong NYC and area practice – a big part of this is her (and her team’s) excellent research skills, her connectivity to the market and her ability to really “dig deep” with people.”
DEREK ROLSTONE, PRINCIPAL AT STONE STRATEGIES