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2 February 2026

  • curprev 15:5215:52, 2 February 2026 Polly46514920692 talk contribs 5,231 bytes +5,231 Created page with "Stepping right into a chief executive position for the first time is without doubt one of the biggest career transitions a leader can make. Executive recruiters play a critical function in identifying which candidates are ready for that leap. While expertise matters, recruiters focus less on job titles and more on leadership patterns, choice-making ability, and long-term impact. Understanding what executive recruiters look for in first-time CEOs will help aspiring leader..."