A big catch.

AuthorCagan, Dennis
PositionDIRECTOR RECRUITMENT

A number of years ago I was searching for a high-level director for a very high-technology company that I had cofounded. I hoped for someone truly exceptional, both for their contribution and their credibility.

I heard around town that a certain retired individual was living nearby. I checked him out by asking around and researching on the Internet. He had been a noted scientist and the president of one of the country's most respected universities. I was able to obtain his email address (not that hard these days), and I sent a polite invitation to get together over lunch -- just to get to know one another. He accepted and we met several times, just visiting.

Finally I asked if he would consider joining our board. He...

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