Holding out for a hero: Linking hiring duration and managerial fit
G. Breck Wightman
Abstract:Although prolonged executive vacancies are often viewed negatively, decision‐makers often extend the hiring duration in an attempt to identify the right fit. What is the relationship between the hiring duration and the level of fit in the new hire? Using the presidential hires of elite colleges and universities in the U.S. between 2005‐2019, this study identifies the effects of executive search and vacancy durations on managerial fit. Findings indicate a nonlinear relationship between search duration and fit; … Show more
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