Hire for the next 10 years, not the last 10

I see too many companies writing executive briefs based on what worked a decade ago. They list qualifications, years in industry and legacy achievements. But the world, and work, has changed. The question we should be asking isn’t, “Have they done it before?” It’s “Can they lead where we’re going?”

Future-focused hiring means prioritising adaptability over predictability. It means seeking out talent that understands AI, hybrid work cultures, ESG pressures and brand storytelling. It means hiring leaders who can build businesses that haven’t existed yet.

At Banc, our search process digs into a candidate’s trajectory, not just their track record. We look for curiosity, motivators, pattern recognition and vision. Because the best leaders aren’t repeating the past, they’re building the future.