How a Caldwell engagement actually runs
No mystery, no jargon — here's what happens, in order, whichever side of the table you're on.
The search process
1. Intake & Scorecard
We define the role, must-haves, trade-offs, and how success will be measured at 6 and 18 months.
2. Market Mapping
We build a long list through active research and targeted outreach rather than relying on a stack of inbound resumes.
3. Outreach & Qualification
We speak with prospects who are often not job-searching but may respond to the right problem and opportunity.
4. Structured Interviews
We assess candidates against the same competency framework so comparisons are fair and defendable.
5. Reference Calibration
We validate motives, decisions, and leadership patterns with process-driven reference checks.
6. Offer & Close
We help shape the final negotiation and stay involved through the candidate's start date.
The career engagement process
1. Discovery Meeting
We talk through your goals, timeline, and what the right role actually looks like for you.
2. Positioning
We rebuild your resume and LinkedIn profile around measurable achievements, not generic responsibilities.
3. Market Activation
We activate our employer-side network and guide your own search efforts where they are most effective.
4. Interview Preparation
We prepare for real opportunities with story development, mock interviews, and process guidance.
5. Offer Negotiation
We support base, bonus, equity, and transition discussions before you sign anything.
6. Landed
We check in after your start date to make sure the transition is going as expected.
Every step is run by a person, not a portal.
You'll know who's handling your search, and you'll be able to reach them directly.