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How Senior Leaders Actually Get Hired - The 2026 Data Project

How much of what you know about the senior-level job market is actually true? How Senior Leaders Actually Get Hired: The 2026 Data Project is gathering real data from real professionals.

• How roles are being found
• Who's getting hired, and
• What actions actually deliver results.

This research is intentionally pro-candidate, bringing transparency to an increasingly opaque market.

By participating, you are contributing to a body of insight designed to replace guesswork with real data.

Participants will receive early access to the aggregated findings, including how peers are securing roles and which strategies are proving effective. The survey takes approximately 5 minutes, and all responses will be kept confidential and reported only in aggregate.
1.What was your primary outcome after your last job search?
2.If you accepted a new role, about how long did it take from actively searching to offer acceptance?
3.How did the scope of roles you were offered compare to your previous job? (check all that apply)
4.Which of these high-level channels resulted in you finding your current role? (Select up to 3)
5.Which of the following had the biggest impact on landing your role? Select your top 2.