In my experience as an executive recruiter, I’ve learned a profound truth: 𝐀 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐬𝐧𝐚𝐩𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐭, sometimes even not well done 📄. It doesn’t capture the essence of a person’s potential, talent, or the greatness they hold within.

🔍 𝐒𝐨, 𝐰𝐞 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐫:

Passion & Drive: Can we see the fire in their eyes?

Resilience: What challenges have they overcome?

Growth Mindset: Do they possess humility and an openness to learn?

𝐌𝐲 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: The best selections I’ve made in my career were not based on the impressive credentials listed on a resume but on the unshakeable belief in a person’s potential and drive.

It’s this belief that has led to some of the most successful placements, those who have gone on to redefine what it means to be successful in their roles.

 

💡 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞: As professionals, it’s our responsibility to look beyond the resume to discover true potential. This approach not only fosters a culture of growth but drives our organizations towards unparalleled success.

 

𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: In your next hiring decision, I encourage you to take a moment in your next hiring decision to look deeper. Seek the potential, the drive, and the passion that resumes cannot convey. In doing so, you will not only change the trajectory of someone’s career but also enrich your organization with genuine talent that is eager to grow, contribute, and achieve greatness.