Free resource
Recruitment Kickoff Kit.
Everything to cover before a search starts. Run a better kickoff meeting and leave with everything you need to start the search.
- Kickoff meeting guide (fillable PDF, 7 pages) The five-part kickoff, with space for your notes. Save it as a template and copy it for each meeting.
- Hiring manager prep sheet (fillable PDF, 1 page) Share it ahead so the meeting starts with answers.
The five-part kickoff
The same structure I use to start every search.
- 1RoleWho the person reports to, who they work with, and what they’re responsible for.
- 2ContextWhy the role is open now, its history, and how the search will run.
- 3Success profileWhat success looks like, the skills it takes, and where to find it.
- 4Compensation and logisticsThe package, and where and how the person will work.
- 5ProcessHow candidates will be interviewed and chosen, and how you’ll work together.
