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The Emergence of the Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer
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The Emergence of the Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer

It's not only AI companies which are expanding on the new technologies. Data shows that countless organisations are building out an AI-skilled workforce. That includes the decision to appoint or hire a chief artificial intelligence officer (CAIO). Guest contributions from Dr. Andrea Isoni, Guillaume Laport and Dan Hammond Smith.

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The Financial Advantage of Fractional Hires
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The Financial Advantage of Fractional Hires

Companies constantly seek innovative solutions to streamline operations and cut costs without compromising productivity. In 2023, we witnessed drastic cost-cutting in the form of global redundancies. However, we are now seeing different strategies being increasingly adopted.

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Fractional Chief Revenue Officers: Strategic Growth Guidance
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Fractional Chief Revenue Officers: Strategic Growth Guidance

Fractional CROs have emerged as critical players in navigating companies through crucial growth phases.

Oakstone International are witnessing an unprecedented surge in demand for fractional CROs, marking a notable shift in how companies approach revenue generation and strategic decision-making. This surge is a direct response to the increased demand from companies seeking the unique advantages fractional CROs bring to the table and a broader shift towards a fractional way of working.

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Executive Headhunters: Who Are They, and What Do They Do?
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Executive Headhunters: Who Are They, and What Do They Do?

It is not a secret that executive leadership and talent are needed to spearhead companies’ growth and innovation. Organisations often turn to a specialised breed of professionals known as executive headhunters, recruiters or consultants in this pursuit.

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What is a C Level Recruiter? Navigating the Executive Landscape
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What is a C Level Recruiter? Navigating the Executive Landscape

These high-ranking executives are at the helm of strategic decision-making, and finding the right individuals to fill these roles is essential.

The executive search process to fill these roles is specialised to ensure the right individual is hired, minimising organisational costs and disruption.

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C-Suite Search and Succession
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C-Suite Search and Succession

Oakstone offers advice on C-Suite recruitment, executive search and planning C-Suite succession.

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The Importance of Executive Talent in Driving SaaS Success
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The Importance of Executive Talent in Driving SaaS Success

In the fast-paced and competitive world of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), the role of executive talent and leadership cannot be underestimated. These people play a crucial role in driving the success, growth, and direction of SaaS companies.

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Vulnerability: Can It Make You a Better Leader?
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Vulnerability: Can It Make You a Better Leader?

Knowing what is right and what is wrong in leadership can be confusing. Many leaders strive to maintain an image of invincibility by avoiding uncomfortable situations and shielding themselves from any form of vulnerability. What if vulnerability could be considered a strength?

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5 Key Things to Consider When Hiring Your C-Suite
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5 Key Things to Consider When Hiring Your C-Suite

It’s no exaggeration to say that the people in your C-Suite can make or break your company. Poor management can cause operations to take a nosedive, leading to downsizing, closures, and potentially hundreds of people out of work.

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Why Is C-Level Hiring So Difficult?
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Why Is C-Level Hiring So Difficult?

With such high requirements, it’s easy to see why companies lean on executive search firms for assistance, however, the main challenges still remain.

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How To Develop More Confident Teams
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How To Develop More Confident Teams

Building confidence in your team is not only a ‘benefit’ to them but also good for you.  It is crucial to success.

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The 5 Bad Traits Of A Manager
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The 5 Bad Traits Of A Manager

When going for your first interview with a company its difficult to weigh up all the pros and con.

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