Blog Classic

Getting acquired resets everything—titles, influence, and expectations. This article breaks down what determines who succeeds in the first 90 days post-acquisition, and why visibility, alignment, and adaptability matter more than past performance. A practical guide for leaders navigating M&A in healthcare and life sciences.

Many companies want speed in executive recruiting—but skip the structure that actually makes speed possible. This article explains why clarity, alignment, and a disciplined search process lead to better hires and faster outcomes, especially when recruiting senior leaders under pressure.

Reflection has its place, but execution is what determines who succeeds — and who gets replaced. This article explores why high-performing executives must reset every year, plan intentionally, protect their energy, and deliver results consistently, especially in investor-backed environments. A practical perspective on performance, pressure, and longevity at the executive level.

Not every search firm protects candidates and companies the way they should. In this article, Patty Sipes explains why integrity is the foundation of great executive search — and why Alder Brooks refuses to place top operators into toxic or unethical environments. Strong leaders deserve strong environments, and the right search partner should defend both.

The strongest Commercial leaders aren’t defined by their résumé — they’re defined by how they think when the pressure hits. This blog breaks down the four thinking modes that predict whether a leader can operate, stabilize, and make sound decisions inside a high-stakes Life Sciences environment. Pressure doesn’t change leaders — it reveals them.

Many top sales performers think management is the next logical step in their career — but few understand what the job actually demands. This article breaks down the financial tradeoffs, mental shift, and daily responsibilities that come with leadership. Before chasing the title, know what you’re really signing up for.