When our firm opened its doors in 1992, convincing executives to relocate was challenging but achievable. Today, that task has evolved significantly. The fundamental shift began with the erosion of the traditional “cradle-to-grave” employment contract. Gone are the days when high-potential talent would stay with one company for their career and willingly move every few years to climb the corporate ladder.
Today, career advancement no longer necessarily requires geographical moves. Historical data shows a dramatic decline in Americans relocating for work – from 40+% in the early 1980s, to 15+% prior to the 2008 Great Recession, to a post-pandemic average of well below 5%.
THOUGHT LEADER PERSPECTIVES
The Evolving Challenges of Executive Relocation
Drew Carlson
Executive relocation has become increasingly difficult due to rising costs, housing market challenges, and executives’ reluctance to uproot their families and lifestyles. To succeed, companies must take a personalized approach—qualifying candidates’ true willingness to move, engaging hiring managers in the process, and offering flexible, well-structured relocation packages.
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Powerful Integration of Human Perspective with AI Capabilities
Joyce Edwards
The lightspeed adoption of generative AI is revolutionizing the executive search industry. Yet, it’s crucial for all stakeholders to understand that technology is a tool, not a replacement for human insight and judgment.
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Happy New Year From Carlson Group
Gregg Carlson
As we transitioned into a new year, hopefully you’re able to look back and celebrate a long list of accomplishments in 2024. Additionally, we want to wish you even greater success in 2025.
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
- Seven Essential Hybrid Work Tips for Leaders in 2025 – MITSloan Review
- 40% of Stressed Out Business Leaders are Considering Leaving Their Roles – Fortune
- 6 Banking Trends to Watch in 2025 – Banking Dive
- When Candidates Use Generative AI for the Interview – MITSloan Review
- Nearly Half of Workers Are Refusing Promotions – Yahoo Finance
- Redefining Talent Management for the Modern Age – Hunt Scanlon Media
- Is Trust the Missing Ingredient to Hiring and Retention? – HR Executive
- How Will the Workplace Change in 2025 – Knowledge at Wharton
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The Evolving Challenge of Executive Relocation
When our firm opened its doors in 1992, convincing executives to relocate was challenging but achievable. Today, that task has evolved significantly.
Powerful Integration of Human Perspective with AI Capabilities
The lightspeed adoption of generative AI is revolutionizing the executive search industry. Yet, it’s crucial for all stakeholders to understand that technology is a tool, not a replacement for human insight and judgment.
Happy New Year from Carlson Group
As we transitioned into a new year, hopefully you’re able to look back and celebrate a long list of accomplishments in 2024. Additionally, we want to wish you even greater success in 2025.
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