Successfully navigating the dynamics of a PE-backed CXO career requires astute judgement and a profound appreciation for the talent placement process.
Sep 14, 2021
How to Format Your Resume for a Private Equity Opportunity
Candidates whose thoughtfulness extends to even the finest details of their resume have better odds of advancing to sponsor-facing interviews.
Race in Private Equity and America’s C-Suite Diversity Problem
Private equity has financial incentive to embrace more diverse leadership.
Private Equity’s Use of ‘Cultural Fit’ and Its Impact on Gender Diversity
Establishing greater detail around what constitutes a strong “cultural fit” in a role upfront can empower a more judicious hiring process.
Maximize the First 100 Days As a PE-Backed CFO
The value of all subsequent action will be heavily impacted by the accomplishments of the first hundred days.
Aspiring Private Equity-Backed Executives Need Social Media Savvy
Online presences are under more scrutiny than ever.
Add Value at Monthly Operating Review
A company’s CFO should be its single-most objective employee.
Transformational Leaders: Rare But Invaluable Among Private Equity-Backed Executives
Transformational leaders see themselves as a lever that can dramatically enhance an investment thesis.
What Is ‘Vesting’ in Private Equity-Owned Companies?
Vesting in a private equity-owned company means management’s reward is simultaneous with investors’ payout.
Sep 13, 2021
Becoming a 1099 OP: Benefits, Myths, and Misconceptions
1099 contractual work is growing in prevalence for OPs.
Aug 27, 2021
Combating Bias and Breaking Through in Private Equity
“PE is challenging, but it rewards performance. If you are a high-performer comfortable with a fast pace, it is actually equalizing.”