The Art of Connection: Iveta's Headhunting Secrets

03/17/25 • 8 min

What makes someone truly exceptional at connecting people? We uncover the fascinating world of elite executive search through the career of Iveta Fleming, whose remarkable ability to match the right talent with the right opportunity has consistently placed her among the top 5% in client satisfaction.
Beyond her impressive statistics lies a philosophy both simple and profound: "When the right candidate meets the right role, great things happen." While many recruiters focus merely on matching keywords and qualifications, Iveta's approach reveals a deeper understanding of human potential—what one client described as her "sixth sense for talent." She doesn't just fill positions; she discovers hidden opportunities and finds the missing pieces that transform organizations.
Her multilingual abilities—fluent in English, Czech, German, and learning Slovenian—provide more than practical advantages; they offer cultural insights that bridge divides in our increasingly global business landscape. This linguistic versatility, combined with unwavering persistence and transparent communication, creates the foundation of trust necessary in high-stakes professional matchmaking.
Perhaps most compelling is Iveta's commitment to creating connections that leave everyone "motivated and fulfilled." Her success story of placing a candidate with an arts background at a tech startup demonstrates the magic that happens when we look beyond conventional thinking. The lessons from her career extend far beyond executive search—they remind us that meaningful connections often emerge from unexpected places, and that approaching each interaction with genuine curiosity and empathy can unlock extraordinary possibilities. What connections might you create today that could transform tomorrow?

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Andrew Kris: A Journey from Dow Chemical to Borderless Executive Search

Have you ever wondered what it takes to build your corporate ladder instead of just climbing one? Join us as we unravel the remarkable journey of Andrew Kris, from a high-ranking executive at Dow Chemical to the innovative founder of Borderless, a global executive search firm. Andrew’s career is anything but ordinary, spanning continents and industries—from life sciences to consumer goods and beyond. Discover how his adaptability and fearlessness became the cornerstone of his success, setting the stage for his leap into entrepreneurship amid the 1997 Internet boom.
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Brian Hughes, partner at Borderless Executive Search, practicses the relationship-focused approach to executive search that defines the firm and transcends traditional transactional methods. His diverse background across logistics, finance, and engineering combined with international experience in Japan shapes his unique ability to match candidates based on values and cultural fit.
• Breaking down barriers geographically and conceptually in executive search
• Building lasting relationships rather than completing transactions
• Leveraging diverse industry experience to better understand client needs
• Using international experience to develop a truly global perspective
• Focusing on "thriving" as the key to successful placements
• Finding alignment between candidate values and company culture
• Creating win-win situations for companies and candidates
• Using multilingual skills to connect across cultures
• Adapting to the changing nature of remote and global work
• Challenging traditional linear career paths
We'd love to hear your thoughts on this borderless philosophy. Does it resonate with your work experience? Share your perspective and join the conversation. Contact Brian: [email protected]