Introduction
In this conversation between Thomas Fiskbæk, CEO of ANTES, and Mark Kristensen, it becomes clear what truly matters in international recruitment:
Not just qualifications – but the right alignment between personality, culture and role.
Especially in specialized positions, this is the key success factor.
The Challenge
Many companies rely on their network or standardized processes when recruiting.
In international markets, however, this approach quickly reaches its limits.
Differences in culture, market dynamics and candidate engagement make the process more complex.
At the same time, the importance of cultural fit is often underestimated – leading to mis-hires, inefficient processes and difficulties in integrating new employees.
The Approach
The interview highlights how a structured executive search process creates real value.
ANTES invests time upfront to deeply understand the organization, its culture and its specific requirements.
Based on this, we define not only a professional profile – but a clear personality profile.
What makes the difference:
- Deep market expertise
- Personal, targeted outreach
- Data-based personality insights
Added Value
Candidates are not just identified – they are guided professionally throughout the entire process.
At the same time, companies receive valuable input on how to position themselves as attractive employers.
The result is a high-quality selection process that is positively perceived by both sides and ensures long-term fit.
Conclusion
The interview makes one thing clear:
Successful recruitment is not a coincidence – it is the result of understanding, structure and true partnership.
Organizations that take cultural fit seriously and run a professional process don’t just hire the right people –
they strengthen their organization and enable sustainable growth.
