*Originally published May 2010 I have spent most of the last 20 years helping early- and late-stage Internet startups as well as larger enterprise technology companies acquire executive talent and helping executive talent manage their careers. Over the years I’ve also...
*Originally published May 2010 Integration is key to getting immediate value from a new executive hire. The best “onboarding” programs I’ve seen include an effective and efficient education on how things really work at a company: how decisions are made, who is...
*Originally published May 2010 Historically executive talent has been assessed on the basis of prior duties, responsibilities, accomplishments, and ability to lead and manage. Just look at a typical resume. Redefining Executive Talent Assessment It’s time to change...
Nothing blows up an executive search process like a surprise, whether it’s a surprise from the candidate or the client. Venture-backed startup or mid-sized public company, surprises detonate with equally devastating results. In the search process, a delicate chemistry...
Betsy L. Morgan is an Executive in Residence with LionTree, an advisory firm focused on technology, media and telecommunications. She is the former President and CEO of TheBlaze and was the first CEO of The Huffington Post. She is on the board of Chartbeat,...