Purple Squirrel Advisors

Purple Squirrel Advisors

Staffing and Recruiting

Troy, MICHIGAN 15,031 followers

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Purple Squirrel Advisors recognizes that finding a good “fit” goes beyond writing a job description or screening resumes. Chemistry and culture are everything. We provide a consultative approach customized to meet the needs of each client. Our expansive and loyal network of industry connections results in candidate referrals not found through traditional sources. Every step of our “white glove” recruiting process is designed to create a positive client and candidate experience. We impact businesses every day with our product – exceptionally matched talent.

Website
https://www.purplesquirreladvisors.com
Industry
Staffing and Recruiting
Company size
2-10 employees
Headquarters
Troy, MICHIGAN
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2014
Specialties
Executive Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, Executive Search, Retained Search, recruiting, Executive Leadership, Executive Headhunter, Executive Placement, C-Level Recruiting, C-Level Headhunter, and Executive Staffing

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    Weekly recap! The Purple Squirrel team kicked off the week with a company strategy meeting. We reviewed our successes, strengths, and areas of opportunity from the first six months of the year. Additionally, we discussed some exciting new business services, and we look forward to sharing more details soon! We also had the pleasure of a hosting a Women CFO Now Roundtable at the Purple Squirrel office. It was a morning filled with laughter and fantastic conversations as a dynamic group of female business leaders discussed business challenges, shared ideas, and strengthened connections. Meaghan Brown represented Purple Squirrel Advisors at BDO's monthly Detroit Dealmakers meeting where local business leaders networked, shared market insights, and discussed business trends. We also had the pleasure of gathering as a team to celebrate Natasha Nestorovski's birthday! We met at one of our favorite local spots, J. Alexander's Restaurants, where we were compelled to leave a five star review after identifying the best dessert in Metro Detroit... their carrot cake! #weeklyrecap #strategysession #newbusinessventures #networking #teambuilding

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    Last week, Carrie Schochet, Founder & CEO of Purple Squirrel Advisors, shed light on some of the often-overlooked details in the recruiting process. She discussed the critical nature of defining job scopes and the challenges of researching, sourcing, and recruiting top talent. Take a look at her page as she dives deeper and shares her insights into screening, interviewing, and navigating the offer stage.

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    Carrie Schochet

    Executive Recruiter | Search Consultant | Hiring Strategist I Private Equity Recruiter

    I sometimes joke that recruiting would be a great business if we didn’t have to deal with so many people. It really is a joke, but it underscores the difficulty that I think people underestimate at times. Recruiting isn’t as simple as finding a resume and sending it over to the company. There are people on both sides of the table, and every process is a learning experience. What goes into a successful hiring process? A lot! Defining the Job Scope Properly: This is where it all begins, and we are often deeply involved in this critical step. The CFO position at one company can be very different from the same title at their competitor down the street. Different needs, different projects, technical skills, and soft skills all come into play. It’s essential to understand these nuances to find the right fit. Research, Sourcing, and Recruiting: This step is extremely time intensive. We may ultimately spend dozens of hours on this step for a single position. We don’t just “post and pray” that the right applicants will apply to our jobs. Instead, we actively seek out the best candidates. This means utilizing various tools and platforms, networking, and reaching out to passive candidates who aren’t actively looking but might be a perfect fit. We market the position compellingly to open a dialogue and generate interest. In my next post, I’ll dive into the nuances of screening, interviewing, and the offer stage, where the real magic—and sometimes frustration—happens. For now, what are your thoughts on the complexities of defining job scopes and sourcing candidates? Where have you seen things go wrong in these steps, and what are some best practices that you have found?  I'd love to hear your experiences and thoughts in the comments below! 

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    Weekly recap! Purple Squirrel Advisors is celebrating the placement of an exceptional candidate. - Vice President of Marketing & Outreach for a private equity-backed healthcare company in Ohio. We are also excited to announce that we kicked off a new search this week. - Quality Manager for a privately held aerospace manufacturer in the Metro Detroit area. Carrie Schochet participated in one of our favorite events of the year, the 100 Businesses Who Care - Southeast Michigan check presentation. Carrie helped deliver the $37,000 check to On The Wings of Angels, which was the winning charity from the 100 Businesses Who Care Spring Meeting. On the Wings of Angels is a community dedicated to empowering those adversely affected by domestic abuse. To learn more about how you can become involved in 100 Businesses Who Care - Southeast Michigan and help support local non-profits, please reach out to Natasha Nestorovski. Carrie also had the opportunity to join Speak by Design's Sharpen and Elevate seminar! Hosted at the Daxton Hotel, Stephanie Bickel led trainings around elevating your communication style, thinking better on your feet, and inspiring your organization. #WeeklyRecap #NewPlacement #NewSearch #100BWC

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    As we approach the monumental milestone of Purple Squirrel Advisors' tenth anniversary in January 2025, we find ourselves reflecting on our incredible journey. From our humble beginnings with a bootstrapped website, we have grown and evolved, thanks to the unwavering support of our clients, candidates, and partners. Today, we are thrilled to announce a major brand refresh and the launch of our new website, a project made possible through our partnership with Adrian Keogh and the talented team at Fulkrum. Our updated brand and website now truly represent who we are and where we're headed, capturing our vision for the future. This transformation wouldn't have been possible without the continued support and trust of our amazing community. We extend our deepest gratitude to you all. The future is bright, and we can't wait to embark on this next chapter with you! Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for being a part of our journey. We encourage you to explore our new site by visiting the link below! https://lnkd.in/gTErdvtf

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    Weekly recap! Purple Squirrel Advisors is celebrating the placement of an exceptional candidate. - Human Resources Manager for a privately owned healthcare company in Metro Detroit. - We are excited to continue our partnership with this growing healthcare company as we start the search to help them identify an FP&A Analyst to join their team! Carrie Schochet attended the Rocket Mortgage Classic at the historic Detroit Golf Club, where she watched the city of Detroit showcase some of the PGA Tour's biggest stars. It was a fantastic event and a great opportunity to connect with friends and local business leaders. Carrie capped off the week by attending the University of Notre Dame Detroit Women Connect Happy Hour. She enjoyed an evening of meaningful conversations and networking with fellow Notre Dame alumni from the metro Detroit area. #WeeklyRecap #NewPlacement #NewSearch #Recruiting #Networking

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