Tom Sorensen | NPAworldwide

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A headhunter’s wake-up call. Really?

In the world of business, especially if you're a sought-after headhunter, it's common to be invited to numerous lunch meetings and coffee chats. 

At first, it seems like an excellent opportunity to network, discuss ideas, and meet new people. 

When you're at the top of your game in the headhunting world, lunch meetings and coffee chats become a daily occurrence. 

This blog is about the BUT.

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The ego boost of being a popular headhunter

It obviously feels pretty good when candidates and potential clients are eager to buy you lunch or dinner. 

It’s a sign that your work is respected, and that people value your insights. 

It’s flattering to know that your expertise is sought after, and the ego boost is undeniably gratifying about being the "go-to" person in your field. And of course, I…..

The paradox? Too busy for my actual job

The time spent in these lunch and coffee meetings began to eat into my core responsibilities, leaving me scrambling to meet deadlines and maintain the quality of my work.

I realized that my true value wasn't in the number of lunches I attended but in the…..

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