Boards may be recruiting the wrong leaders for the future – so what needs to change?
Boards often recruit for proven experience, but the future may demand something different. We examine the leadership qualities predicted to matter most by 2035 and how organisations can adapt their approach to finding talent.
Better the Devil They Know?
Senior leaders are proving more reluctant than ever to change jobs. In this article, we explore what's driving executive hesitation and what organisations need to do differently to secure top talent.
Upcoming Webinar – Starfish | City CV Presents: The Perfect Executive CV: The Insider’s Guide to Standing Out
Your CV is more than a list of jobs - it's the story of your career, told the right way. Why does that matter? Because a great CV doesn't just describe what you've done - it shows the value you bring and the impact you'll have next. That means moving beyond job titles and duties to articulate your distinctive skills, your achievements, and the difference you make. It's the difference between a CV that gets read - and one that gets you the interview.
Are you High IQ?
Following on from our latest Modern Leaders report, published in July, we've written the first in a series of articles exploring some of the report's key themes in more depth.
Top Talent: Adult Social Care
Adult social care remains one of the largest and most complex challenges facing local authorities across the country.
Beyond Tradition. Leadership Reshaped.
We’re delighted to launch our new modern leadership report, Beyond Tradition. Leadership Reshaped.
Starfish shortlisted as 6th in the 2026 IIM Interim Management Survey
We are delighted to share that Starfish Search has been recognised in the latest Institute of Interim Management (IIM) Survey.
Governing through uncertainty – what happens next?
For council officers already operating under pressure, the question is broader than what the political implications may be - it’s also whether organisations have the leadership capacity and resilience to absorb such rapid change.
Upcoming Webinar – Starfish | Hanover Presents: Boardroom Bound: The Insider’s Guide to NED Interview Success
Landing a Non-Executive Director (NED) interview is a major milestone - but it’s also where many candidates stumble. Why? Because NED interviews aren’t about what you’ve done - they’re about how you think. You’re no longer being assessed on delivery or execution. You’re being evaluated on your ability to challenge, advise, and govern. That means showcasing strategic insight, independent judgement, and the ability to influence without authority.
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