First year celebration of doing the right thing for business.
This could be the most important article you ever read for the simple reason that it contains information you may not have previously considered on how to take your business forward.
You see, it’s important that companies are diverse and not only reflect their customers or their workforce which, let’s face it, is important, but the big issue is that those firms are missing out on having people from different backgrounds, different work experiences, different ways of doing business…all of whom can provide the company with a real advantage over their competitors.
We know that two heads are better than one, but there’s not much point in having two heads if they’re both thinking the same thing, used to doing things the same way and coming up with the same suggestions and same solutions. Why bother?
However, put a selection of people with different backgrounds around a table and you’ll end up with ideas and solutions flying around…one or two might just be the next steps in your businesses future.
Which is precisely what James Carss at Castle Peak Group is encouraging companies to do.
“More and more people are realising that having a diverse board or team of executives is not only the right thing to do, it also makes sense purely from a business point of view,” said James. “Diversity is not just a buzzword. You need a combination of people from different backgrounds to bring a wealth of different experiences together.
“The real measure of our success is watching clients transform their leadership teams through inclusive hiring, seeing talented executives step into roles where they can drive genuine social impact, and building a business that proves diversity and performance go hand in hand.”
Time for a bit of name dropping. James Carss is one of the most respected guys in the recruitment industry. He’s worked extensively in London, Hong Kong and Canada. He knows that firms will often look to somewhere like London because of the kudos…but why? Why pay more and wait longer. James takes pride in working quickly and effectively. If he doesn’t get a position filled within 2-3 weeks, he’ll be seriously annoyed.
“The vast majority of our successful appointments come from head-hunting. We dig deep into the culture of the firm which is looking for a key recruit. We find out what sort of structure they already have in place and then ensure we find the right person who will not only be capable of doing the job but who will also have something which can add to the mix of diversity within the senior people.”
Time for a bit of name dropping. Although James has broad experience in every area of recruitment, if he had to pick three areas where he specialises it would be health, social housing and education. So, here we go…Castle Peak Group has led major board and executive searches for companies and organisations such as Bernicia Group, Tyne Housing, Eden Housing Association, Thirteen Group, Gentoo Group, Livin Housing, Keelman Homes, and YMCA North Tyneside.
He’s provided assistance and given presentations and helped with training for Newcastle Utd Foundation as well as partnering with organisations in the private sector on Executive and Leadership roles with Bellway, Vintage Cash Cow and Reeves.
“One of the big pluses of working with Castle Peak Group is that clients know we are looking for the right sort of person…and…they can keep a close eye on what we’re up to. We use PROPHET profiling methodology for inclusive executive assessment within our assignments, and we operate an Ezekia portal which allows clients to see what sort of progress we’re making. It also allows the client to make any adjustments to our search and make suggestions.”
Castle Peak Group is celebrating its first full year in business…it’s been a highly successful 12 months. It means that James is now going to expand his business and work nationally rather than just here in the North East.
Castle Peak Group does recruitment the right way. They can transform your business.
For more information, you can contact James Carss by calling 07802 531040 or emailing info@castlepeak-group.com
You’ll also find out more details by logging on to www.castlepeak-group.com