Step-By-Step Guide to the CFS Process
We apply our proven process to a customized search plan developed with the goal of recruiting the industry’s top talent. Please review each step’s associated documents using a dummy corporation called ACME Data Centers (ACDC).

Step 1: Discovery of Search Mandate
Results in Research Thesis, Employer Value Proposition (EVP), Key Qualifying Criteria (KQC), & Communique.

In Addition
- We will work with the hiring team to develop a list of Key Qualifying Criteria (KQC) to evaluate the candidate on.
- We will develop an outreach campaign and share the initial outreach message or “Communique” and the target audience. If multiple target audiences are identified, then we will develop multiple campaigns to conduct additional outreaches.
Step 2: Research of Candidates
Succinct target audience customized for each client’s unique EVP.

Step 3: Execution of Strategy
Communique campaign to share EVP with target audience(s).

In Addition
- We closely monitor the activity of candidates accessing the campaign and EVP webpage link. We are able to share these specific numbers.
- We will also begin to develop the second campaign and send one week after the initial outreach. We also use LinkedIn to send InMail to candidates who may have incorrect contact information, in an effort to not let anyone “slip through the cracks.”
Step 4: Qualifying Candidates
Situation & Interest and KQC of appropriate candidates.

In Addition
- We will debrief our client after each call and record notes in developing candidate profiles.
Step 5: Recommend Candidates to Client
Long list of 6+ qualified & motivated candidate profiles presented.

In Addition
- We will discuss in detail the conversations had with each candidate and further narrow down the candidate pool.
Step 6: Interview Candidates
Calls and in-person logistics coordination and debriefs.

Candidate Matrix
During the hiring team’s interview stage, Andy and the direct hiring authority will organize additional interviews with other key members of the client company’s leadership team and members of the client company’s board. The candidate matrix serves as a tool to organize the notes and rank the candidates for each interview.
In Addition
- We will help schedule leadership team interviews and board interviews with each candidate.
- We will debrief with each candidate after every interview.
Step 7: Closure and Offer
Identification of finalist(s), compensation detail review, offer strategy, extend offer, references & background checks.

References & Background Check
We will conduct reference checks and background checks as needed for identified candidates.

In Addition
- We will work with the hiring team to develop a list of Key Qualifying Criteria (KQC) to evaluate the candidate on.
- We will develop an outreach campaign and share the initial outreach message or “Communique” and the target audience. If multiple target audiences are identified, then we will develop multiple campaigns to conduct additional outreaches.
Step 8: Placement Complete
Negotiations, acceptance of terms, contract reviews, resignation & counter offer management, start date determined, onboarding.

In Addition
- We will work with the hiring team to develop a list of Key Qualifying Criteria (KQC) to evaluate the candidate on.
- We will develop an outreach campaign and share the initial outreach message or “Communique” and the target audience. If multiple target audiences are identified, then we will develop multiple campaigns to conduct additional outreaches.
CFS Document Examples
Every document, message, and marketing piece is customized to include your company’s information and job specifications. Please review the documents below to see examples of our work using a dummy corporation called ACME Data Centers (ACDC).
Additional CFS Services Include:
- Client Discovery Exercises
- Interview Coordination
- Compensation Worksheet
- Weekly Client Reports
- Candidate Debriefing
- “Light” Search Mandate
- Multi-candidate Mandates
- International Search Mandates
- Market Compensation Studies
- Market Research
- Talent Acquisition Consulting