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Executive hiring has changed - permanently. Traditional search methods are too slow, too costly, and too rigid for today’s fast-moving business landscape. The most forward-thinking CEOs are embracing flexible, outcomes-driven hiring models that provide faster access to top executive talent. From the rise of portfolio careers to the normalization of "try before you buy" arrangements, this article explores the five biggest shifts in executive hiring and how companies can adapt to stay ahead.