Skipping Stone LLC

In addition to traditional search methods, we bring the added benefit of our network of senior executive and their contacts.  Throughout the search, the designated search managers maintain a regular dialogue with the client and candidates to ensure that the process moves steadily toward a successful conclusion.

The phases of our process are defined below. This process has proven to dramatically cut the time from kick off to candidates first day on job.  Most importantly, we can easily customize this process to fit the specific needs and style of our clients.

DISCOVERY PHASE

• Interview the selection team or manager to determine the skill sets required and answers to candidate frequently asked questions  
• Develop a position description with a ranking of most important attributes
• Source our proprietary database and executive level network for candidate prospects
• Short review to calibrate initial results with the client

DEVELOPMENT PHASE

• Contact, qualify and screen prospects
• Conduct interviews and informal reference checks on the best prospects
• Review and update client on short list of candidates and market intelligence findings
• Coordinate scheduling of first-round client phone interviews
• Follow up after first-round interviews with both the client and candidates

DECISION PHASE

• Client selection of "short-list" candidates for subsequent in person interviews
• Collectively assess relative strengths and "fit" of each candidate to narrow the field
• Conduct reference checks on finalists, including names not provided by candidates
• Collaborate with client on the design of a competitive compensation package and work together to close the deal