Selecting the Next EV

In the hands of an experienced interpreter, there is far more detailed information in the Profile than is appropriate to include in a case study. The comments made on each Profile include the most relevant information to enable you to understand how the EQ Profile can be used as a source of information in placement, hiring, and promotions.

The Smith Company is a high-tech manufacturing and service company. The President is planning to retire in two years. His current EVP is slated to succeed him as President when he retires.

The EVP manages four Directors, none of whom are appropriate candidates for promotion. While they have been successful in their positions, they have required careful oversight by the EVP and lacked th capacity for independence required someone assuming the role of EVP. The President decided to look outside the company for someone who could eventually assume the position of EVP.

The Search for the Next EVP

A nationwide search generated six different candidates attractive enough to bring to the company for interviews. The three top-ranked candidates were given the EQ Profile. All had the technical expertise and depth of experience that the company was looking for in their next EVP.

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