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The Difference Between an Available Candidate and the Right One

August 24, 2026

When organizations begin an executive search, it’s easy to assume the strongest candidates will be the ones actively applying. But according to Cathy Stewart, Senior Managing Partner at Jeff Harris & Associates, that’s often not the c

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How Senior Living Boards Can Support a Successful CEO Search

August 24, 2026

Few responsibilities entrusted to a senior living board are more consequential than choosing the organization’s next CEO. The right leader can impact an organization’s culture, financial performance, strategic direction, quality of care, and resi

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Swipe Left or Swipe Right? Recruiters Share the Biggest Instant Red Flags

July 14, 2026

Many candidates get so caught up in the to-dos of a job search that they overlook something equally important: what not to do. From spelling mistakes to stretching the truth, these are the biggest red flags recruiters look for at every stage of the h

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Why Executive Searches Stall (and How to Keep Them Moving)

July 14, 2026

Even the strongest hiring process can lose momentum if expectations aren’t aligned or decisions take too long. Ultimately, the cost of delaying a hire can be high. Leaving a role vacant doesn’t just slow recruitment – it can increase pressure o

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Contingency vs. Retained Search: Which recruitment model is right for you?

June 18, 2026

Hiring for a critical leadership role is too important to leave to chance. A skilled recruiter can bring market knowledge, candidate access, and process discipline to the search—but choosing to use a recruiter is only the first decision. Just as im

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The Critical Advantages of Removing Yourself From the Outcome

June 18, 2026

In any industry, but particularly senior living, it’s easy to become fixated on the outcome. Whether the goal is securing a move-in, achieving a certain margin, or reaching a sales target, many professionals are taught that success comes from p

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JHA Blog

The Difference Between an Available Candidate and the Right One

How Senior Living Boards Can Support a Successful CEO Search

Swipe Left or Swipe Right? Recruiters Share the Biggest Instant Red Flags

Why Executive Searches Stall (and How to Keep Them Moving)

Contingency vs. Retained Search: Which recruitment model is right for you?

The Critical Advantages of Removing Yourself From the Outcome