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The Human + AI Advantage in Executive Search With Sarah Chester-Nelson
The recruitment landscape is shifting fast and AI is handing boutique search firms the edge to compete with industry giants. In this conversation, we unpack how artificial intelligence is transforming workflows, enhancing capabilities, and reshaping competitive dynamics in executive search without losing the human touch.
Jord shares how he went from using ChatGPT as “Google on steroids” to fully integrating AI into his day-to-day, like building a laser-targeted prospect list in minutes that once took days. Sarah shows how AI-driven analysis surfaced patterns in their marketing data that would’ve taken a full day to find manually.
We also contrast adoption styles across the industry. While some larger firms cite concerns (GDPR, candidate experience) and move cautiously, smaller boutiques are embracing AI, winning work by pairing human judgment with AI-assisted speed and polish. The takeaway: AI won’t replace your expertise; it amplifies it, freeing you to focus on high-value conversations and relationships.
What you’ll learn:
- Using AI for research & prospecting to turn hours into minutes
- Creating custom GPTs that understand your niche, process, and brand voice
- Analyzing business data with AI to uncover patterns humans might miss
- Producing client-ready deliverables that rival larger firms’ output
- Recording yourself and using AI to keep your authentic voice in content
- Training AI like a new hire: invest upfront to get better downstream results
- Running strategic reviews with AI to spot growth opportunities
- Applying AI personally first to build comfort and momentum
Join us:
Want to supercharge BD with AI? Thursday, September 18 at 1:00 PM UK - our webinar covers actionable plays to leverage AI in your search firm while keeping the humanity front and center. Bring your own AI wins and questions, we’d love to hear how you’re using these tools.
Join with a click here: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7371891640543748097/
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Want to know more about our retained search training? Talk to us: https://retrainedsearch.com/book-a-demo/
Check out our reviews: https://retrainedsearch.com/reviews/
Join our upcoming masterclasses: https://retrainedsearch.com/webinars/
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LinkedIn
Connect with Louise: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise-archer-48612844/
Connect with Jordan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/retainedsearchcoach/
Follow Retrained Search: https://www.linkedin.com/company/retrained-search/
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By Retrained SearchThe recruitment landscape is shifting fast and AI is handing boutique search firms the edge to compete with industry giants. In this conversation, we unpack how artificial intelligence is transforming workflows, enhancing capabilities, and reshaping competitive dynamics in executive search without losing the human touch.
Jord shares how he went from using ChatGPT as “Google on steroids” to fully integrating AI into his day-to-day, like building a laser-targeted prospect list in minutes that once took days. Sarah shows how AI-driven analysis surfaced patterns in their marketing data that would’ve taken a full day to find manually.
We also contrast adoption styles across the industry. While some larger firms cite concerns (GDPR, candidate experience) and move cautiously, smaller boutiques are embracing AI, winning work by pairing human judgment with AI-assisted speed and polish. The takeaway: AI won’t replace your expertise; it amplifies it, freeing you to focus on high-value conversations and relationships.
What you’ll learn:
- Using AI for research & prospecting to turn hours into minutes
- Creating custom GPTs that understand your niche, process, and brand voice
- Analyzing business data with AI to uncover patterns humans might miss
- Producing client-ready deliverables that rival larger firms’ output
- Recording yourself and using AI to keep your authentic voice in content
- Training AI like a new hire: invest upfront to get better downstream results
- Running strategic reviews with AI to spot growth opportunities
- Applying AI personally first to build comfort and momentum
Join us:
Want to supercharge BD with AI? Thursday, September 18 at 1:00 PM UK - our webinar covers actionable plays to leverage AI in your search firm while keeping the humanity front and center. Bring your own AI wins and questions, we’d love to hear how you’re using these tools.
Join with a click here: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7371891640543748097/
___
Want to know more about our retained search training? Talk to us: https://retrainedsearch.com/book-a-demo/
Check out our reviews: https://retrainedsearch.com/reviews/
Join our upcoming masterclasses: https://retrainedsearch.com/webinars/
___
LinkedIn
Connect with Louise: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise-archer-48612844/
Connect with Jordan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/retainedsearchcoach/
Follow Retrained Search: https://www.linkedin.com/company/retrained-search/