This quote from John C. Maxwell drives home why planning for the future is so essential in business. How to Create a Future-Ready Succession Plan As an HR professional, you play a crucial role in ensuring your company has a plan for the future. You’re the one who identifies and trains the next generation of […]
Why Should CEOs Prioritize Outplacement Services?
Why Should CEOs Prioritize Outplacement Services During M&A and Restructuring? As a CEO navigating the complexities of restructuring and mergers and acquisitions (M&A), it’s crucial to recognize the strategic value of outplacement and career transition support services. These services play a pivotal role in supporting departing employees and safeguarding your organization’s long-term success and reputation. […]
Why Face-to-Face Meetings are Crucial
We have just completed our Cornerstone global meeting in Prague. Approximately 75 members and spouses of our international recruiting network came together in this beautiful city to learn, share, and, most of all, rekindle old relationships and build new ones. The energy has been magical. Anyone participating quickly recognized what had been missing. Unfortunately, COVID changed…
A Brave New World Without Non-Compete?
So, for some, this may not be a big deal; however, this is a BIG deal for many! I signed my first noncompete many years ago as a medical device rep and really had no idea what it was all about. As things progressed, I had to sign additional non-compete agreements, and the timing of […]
Green Pharma: How the Pharmaceutical Industry Is Embracing Sustainability
The iconic white coats and gleaming labs of the pharmaceutical industry conjure images of life-saving medicines and cutting-edge research. Yet, beneath the surface lies a complex truth: the very industry dedicated to our health can also leave a significant mark on the health of our planet. Depleting resources, energy-intensive production methods, water-hungry facilities, and mounds…
From Crystal Ball to Reality In 2024
Organizations moving from their “crystal ball” stage to an action stage are beginning 2024 with an advantage. Their planning is over – now they are accelerating their reality. This year will continue to offer complex and formidable challenges with different solutions for Mid-market and Fortune 100 companies. Well-known business publishers have discussed perspectives for 2024,…
Navigating Success: Strategic Career Planning for 2024
The start of a new year is a great opportunity to bring about change. Two individuals whom I regularly follow, Alan Weiss and Seth Godin, recently spoke about similar themes related to the need for self-discipline to improve productivity. Considering that nothing is more important in this dynamic and fast-paced world than an individual being…
Life Sciences – Thriving in Transformations: Embracing Change
In addition to the traditional challenges the life sciences sector has continually faced (stringent regulations unique to the field, long research periods, hefty expenses, and unknown, perhaps futile outcomes), the sector now faces headwinds other large-scale business activities must grapple with. These include mergers, acquisitions, restructuring, and digital overhauls. Despite the hurdles, many life sciences…
Effective Strategies for Building Tech Talent in Life Science Companies
Building a strong team of digital experts has become critical as life science organizations increasingly rely on technology to drive innovation and efficiency. On the other hand, finding and attracting talented experts with scientific and technological skills may be challenging. To build IT skills as foundational to a company, life science organizations must assume a…
Cornerstone International Group Continues to Expand With Latest Addition: Cornerstone Montreal
Atlanta, GA, May 3rd, 2023- Cornerstone International Group is excited to announce the opening of its latest office in Montreal, led by Managing Partner Samuel Dergel. Samuel’s firm, DERGEL Executive Search is now the Montreal office of Cornerstone. This new addition to our growing network of offices reflects our continued commitment to providing exceptional executive…
Walter Baker Joins IERG Board of Directors
We are pleased to announce Walter Baker (Cornerstone Atlanta) has joined the Board of Directors of the International Executive Resources Group (IERG). Baker brings with him a wealth of experience and expertise in executive leadership and management. He has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by executives and business leaders, and he…
How Digital Transformation Is Reshaping the Pharma Industry
All businesses in this technological era, including those previously slower to do so, have moved quickly toward digital as a result of the pandemic. The pharmaceutical industry has not been exempt from this phenomenon. The question now is whether the extraordinary impact of COVID-19 and the growing prominence of digital innovation will continue to alter…
