Because of how we work when supporting our clients, we have a very unique “glimpse” into how over 5000 Executive Search companies and almost 20 000 decision makers react – the majority of which being located in Europe; and we collect and analyze how they respond; and we observe if and what kind of trends there are to leverage them into better career management & more effective job search methods. Before there are trends, there are signals which we usually keep to ourselves. But these are not usual times, so we decided to share these signals by the end of each week. If the country / context is important, we’ll add them. Otherwise, we’ll keep it general for confidentiality. We’ve continued reaching out to CEOs, HR Directors, investors, board members, that we know personally, to take the temperature. Below you’ll find their shortened quotes in no particular order. Collected Quotes from CEOs and HR Directors The vast majority of executives are with market leaders in their respective industries. By default, the board members are members of local boards; if not, we’ll indicate the exception. Media company: We are trying to prevent lay-offs by negotiating government aid. TV / Telecommunications: No lay-offs planned. All good. Big digitalization / restructuring project. Construction: No lay-offs. We are actually recruiting massively. Engineering group: We are managing and not laying off anybody. Cosmetics: Depending on the category we either see increases or decreases in sales. Overall, we are doing well and we are not planning any lay-offs and we didn't have to reduce any salaries. IT: We can't complain. We've kept the turnover at the same level and are busy. Travel retail (Australia): It's definitely not easy, but we are managing. Real estate: We’re actively looking for savings. Big hospitality chain: No lay-offs. Paper products: No lay-offs. E-commerce: Recruitment processes are still taking place. Industry: Ongoing recruitment processes for CEO positions where restructuring experience is needed. Pharma: Many internal and external recruitment processes. If you want to discuss your professional situation confidentially or if you considering hiring Career Angels for support, contact Bichl.Sandra@CareerAngels.eu who will personally match you with the most appropriate consultant. For efficiency, add your CV and availability for a Skype call.