Some searches go beyond finding the right leader. They help a company move forward without losing sight of where it came from. A few years ago, a second-generation leader of a Michigan-based family-owned business approached Purple Squirrel Advisors with a challenge. They were preparing to take on greater leadership responsibility but were struggling to do…

What happens when a business grows for years without building a true leadership bench, and suddenly needs one? That was the challenge facing a small, founder-led manufacturing company recently acquired by a private equity firm. The owner was still managing daily operations, but there was a widening gap between him and the rest of the…

Some searches begin with hesitation. When a company has experienced turnover, frustration, and disappointing results, trusting a recruiter again can feel like a risk. That was the case when a Michigan-based property management company partnered with Purple Squirrel Advisors to stabilize its accounting team. The department had been a revolving door for years, and multiple…

As an influx of millennial candidates continue to enter the workforce, it is imperative that companies adapt and change with the times. Yet, as with any major workforce shifts, trials and tribulations will occur. Determining the best methods to not only attract, but also retain this group of employees is a key to the success…

In order to run a successful business, talented individuals must be a part of the equation. While finding top talent for your business is no easy task, the work does not stop there. The effort dedicated to finding that top talent, must also be reciprocated in the efforts to retain them. Candidates have choices and…