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What’s Your Kryptonite?


Donna Higgins

Recently, I interviewed David (not his real name) for a C-suite role with a biotech company. He was impressive and had many of the qualifications and type of background we were looking for. That said, it was a significant jump for him; he would be stepping into a more complex senior role and moving from…

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The Solutions Are In The Middle


Donna Higgins

After more than 25 years as an executive recruiter, I have had the privilege of building relationships with thousands of amazing people. Sadly, I can’t stay as close to everyone as I’d like. But with my large network, I have frequent interactions where somehow, I hear both “sides” of an exchange between two people. It…

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How Not to Hire the Wrong Person


Donna Higgins

Football season is here. I don’t claim to be the world’s biggest fan, but since I do spend roughly half my time in Boston, it’s hard to avoid the topic of the New England Patriots (even though I’m an Eagles fan 😊). Unfortunately for my friends up north, this year has not gone so well….

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Why Your Best People Are Talking to Us


Donna Higgins

Do you have any pets? I do. A cat named Kala and a dog named Muffin. Kala is old! She turned 19 this year. At this point in her life, she doesn’t like to be left alone, especially at night. She howls loudly if I don’t let her in my room. Muffin isn’t old, but…

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