7 Biggest Challenges in Leading Remote Teams
Leading remote teams is challenging, but it doesn't mean it's more challenging than leading on-site teams. It's just different and requires different skill sets to lead successfully.
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How to select the most suitable board of directors
A company's success depends on both the Management and Board of Directors. Having a list of criteria would be helpful when selecting those special individuals with strong leadership skills. It would serve as the reference to guide the selection process.
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The four pillars of corporate governance practices that build long term value for any company.
There is a common belief that only large or public companies with many shareholders need to be concerned about, or can benefit from, implementing corporate governance practices. This is wrong.
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Alder Koten’s Jose Ruiz named to AESC’s Americas Council
The Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) has named Alder Koten's Jose Ruiz to the America's Council. AESC Members operate at the highest standard in the executive search and leadership consulting profession worldwide.
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How to find a recruiter or headhunter in your niche
Developing a relationship with a recruiter can help maximize your efforts in a job search, or even help you gain opportunities that you weren’t even aware you were lookin
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Types of Executive Search Firms: Retained vs. Contingency Search
Learn about executive search firms and how they work. Discover the difference between retained and contingency search, and what best fits your company’s needs.
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Understanding The Recruiting and Executive Search landscape
Unfortunately, executive search consulting and contingent recruiting are often thought of interchangeably, but are completely different professions.
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10 ways to bridge cultural diversity
Whether you are a manager of a diverse group or managing in a foreign country, it is recommended to acknowledge and implement the following.
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Alder Koten completes search for CEO of Farmacias Benavides (Wallgreens Boots Alliance)
Alder Koten is pleased to announce that, our client, Farmacias Benavides appointed Macedonio Garza would be its new CEO. He will report to Nicholas Osorio, Managing Director of the Walgreens Boots Alliance in Latin America, who served as Acting CEO since February 15 of this year.
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How to keep conversations focused and on-track
. Before we can apply the most appropriate attention management strategies, we need to recognize the types of attention and the available tools. We also need to recognize the various internal conditions, such as emotional and psychological, that contribute to our inability to focus.
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Alder Koten’s Jose Ruiz is Recognized as an NACD Board LeadershipFellow
The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) recently recognized Jose J. Ruiz as an NACD Board Leadership Fellow. NACD Fellows, who earn NACD Fellowship—The Gold Standard Director Credential®— stand within the highest echelon of those committed to excellence in the boardroom.
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Seven ways to be a leader that listens
Seven ways to be a leader that listens by Jose Ruiz serves as Alder Koten’s Chief Executive Officer providing vision, strategic direction and the roadmap for the firm’s future. He is also involved in executive search work focused on board members, CEOs and senior-level executives; and consulting engagements related to leadership and organizational effectiveness helping clients create thriving cultures.
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