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DOUBLE-EDGED SWORD? Counter-offers have become increasingly prevalent, especially in today's competitive job market, where up to 50% of candidates may receive a counter-offer upon resigning. A counter-offer can be tempting, often including salary increases or promotions, making them seem like a validation of an employee's worth. However, it's essential to consider the long-term ramifications. Research indicates that up to 80% of employees who accept counter-offers leave their company within 6 months and 90% within a year! This statistic highlights that while a counter-offer may provide immediate gratification, it often fails to address the underlying issues that prompted the job search in the first place. ➡ Employer Perspectives From an employer's standpoint, counter-offers can be a double-edged sword. While they may temporarily retain talent, hiring managers often view them negatively. According to a study by the Society for Human Resource Management, 45% of hiring managers perceive counter-offers as a sign of disloyalty. This perception can hinder an employee's future career advancement within the organization. ➡ Strategies for Candidates If you find yourself facing a counter-offer, reflect on your reasons for leaving: Revisit why you began your job search. Are those reasons likely to change if you accept the counter-offer? Evaluate the offer holistically: Look beyond salary; consider work culture, career advancement opportunities and overall job satisfaction. Negotiate Wisely: If you decide to negotiate, come prepared with market research and clear non-negotiables. *** Watch this space for a very exciting upcoming #webinar on this very topic of #salarynegotiation! *** #AmazingWorkplaces #HiringGreatLeaders #ExecutiveSearchFirm #Leadership

⛔ There are times in business when ‘NO’ ultimately means ‘YES’. More times than one might imagine, in fact. Particularly when it comes to hiring people who don’t tick all the boxes on the job spec. The job spec itself requires a case study all on its own. But, to summarise, these documents are frequently outdated, are often formulated without taking account of the vision and direction of where the organisation or business unit is heading NOW and, therefore, cannot always be relied on as an accurate benchmark for selecting talented leaders. Which is what happened when we introduced a top notch Marketing Director to a multinational FMCG company, who had been looking to fill this role for months. ‘We’re just not finding great people’, we had been told. So we did our thing, found a great person, and introduced him to the hiring team. ‘No’, they said. ‘He’s overqualified and earning too much’, we were told. Fortunately, the Jack Hammer consultant was not particularly good at doing as she was told. And so she pushed harder to have the hiring team meet with the Marketing Director. She knew he was top quality, and she was convinced that once they met with him, they’d know it too. And, she was right. The interview took place. Then another, and another. (And a whole lot more – the interview process took seven months to conclude, and took place in several countries all over the world). The Marketing Director was eventually appointed. One year later, he was promoted to Managing Director SA. No need to elaborate on the moral of this particular story. #AmazingWorkplaces #HiringGreatLeaders #ExecutiveSearch #CaseStudy

At Jack Hammer, we believe that mental wellness is key to thriving at work. On #WorldMentalHealthDay, it’s a good time as leaders, to reflect on how we can continue our efforts in fostering a healthy work environment. What steps have you taken in your organization to support mental wellness? We would love to hear about your unique ideas! #MentalHealthMatters #Leadership #WorkplaceWellness #ExecutiveSearch

We have so much FOMO about our CEO, Debbie Goodman, in New York right now for EDTECH WEEK, rubbing shoulders with Dr. Angela Jackson! At least the excitement about the upcoming podcast helps just a little...! 🎙 🙌

A generalist these days is more than the proverbial “Jack-of-all-trades”, but in fact it equates to being a master of your area of expertise, while also having a deep understanding of and handle on the interrelated disciplines which impact on the success of a business. In a recent article published by Bizmag, Advaita Naidoo, Africa MD at Jack Hammer Global, explains why developing commercial acumen, staying informed about global trends and learning adjacent skills can set you apart in your career. “Examples abound of the different ways in which cross-functional competence manifests, the value it brings to a company and, by extension, the desirability of these professionals to the company.” From problem-solving and resourcefulness to relationship-building and strategic thinking, becoming a generalist is key to staying competitive. And the best part? It doesn’t require another degree - just a commitment to learning beyond your role. Check out the full article: https://lnkd.in/dKzFNFvF #Leadership #ExecutiveSearch #BusinessAcumen #Generalist

Here's to "faster no's" this week 🙋♀️

Better late than never 😉😂 Thank you The African Climate Foundation for trusting us with this process and we are so excited to see what the next chapter has in store for your team! Congrats LeRoy Veldsman on your new role. We absolutely loved working with you! #Leadership #ExecutiveSearch #AmazingWorkplaces #LeadershipInAfrica

✨ Q4 is where the MAGIC happens, right? ✨ Q4 is the time of year when leaders everywhere unite for the ultimate challenge: fitting a year's worth of goals into the last 90 days. 😅 Suddenly, every meeting becomes a "crunch time" meeting: 📊 Sales targets? Still achievable, right? 📈 Strategic goals? Totally doable! 🏆 That ambitious initiative we set in January? We’ve got time! (Sure… no pressure.) And of course.. ✅ Trying to keep that “culture of wellness” alive during snack season 🍩 ✅ Wrangling last-minute performance reviews ✅ Figuring out if the office party should be in-person, hybrid or just a cake delivered via drone 🚁? But hey, nothing says leadership like rallying the troops, motivating the team, and reminding them how their Q4 goals need to be SMART😬. At Jack Hammer, we know the feeling! We've been revisiting our 2024 goals and looking at where we could make a few "tweaks" Are you and you team feeling the "crunch?" #Leadership #Q4Crunch #FinishStrong #SmartGoals

We've helped so many people negotiate their job offers - no one looks forward to this part of the process, no matter which side of the table they're on. For the BEST advice you'll ever hear on the topic - give this episode of On Work & Revolution a listen where Debbie Goodman and Keri-Lynne Shaw share all the secrets! #SalaryNegotiation #ExecutiveSearchFirm #AmazingWorkplaces

We cannot continue to avoid conversations in the workplace about peri-menopause and menopause. How can it be OK for executive women to NOT feel safe about speaking up about their symptoms without jeopardizing their careers 😮 It's time to create amazing workplaces for EVERYONE. Thank you Kacy Fleming, M.A. for leading the charge! #AmazingWorkplaces #Leadership #Menopause #MentalHealthMonth