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I've been fortunate to recruit a very savvy executive recently. In most of the search processes I'm involved with, candidates are usually in a reactive position. The employer dictates the schedules, interviews, and job outlines. However, this person has challenged that norm with a simple approach after the first interview.

She outlined several key points for me to share with my client. These included:

• Leadership and culture alignment

• Vision setting

• Her preferences regarding work/life balance and compensation

• Who on the current team she'd like to meet

This approach sends a strong signal to my client (and to me). At very least, it shows that she is interested, engaged, organized, and thoughtful.

Next time you're in an interview process, in addition to considering the questions you have for the employer, think about addressing some larger points in the process - on your terms.