Beyond The CV: Finding Your Strategic Hybrid
The most transformative hires don't just fit roles - they redefine them.

by Joanna Byerley

The Hiring Paradox
"Too research-y"
Strong analysis but struggled to connect findings to business outcomes.
"Too strategic"
Big-picture thinking without practical implementation experience.
"Not challenging enough"
Technical competence but lacked the confidence to reshape client briefs.
The Hidden Problem

Realisation
The job description wasn't matching actual needs
Investigation
Mapping true requirements versus written specifications
Discovery
They needed a hybrid talent, not a specialist
The Hybrid Solution
Research Depth
Ability to gather and analyse complex data sets
Strategic Vision
Translate insights into actionable business strategy
Client Partnership
Confidently reshape briefs through collaborative dialogue
Implementation Drive
Bring concepts to life with practical execution
Key Hybrid Capabilities
85%
Cross-Functional Impact
Percentage of top-performing strategy teams with hybrid talent
3X
Innovation Rate
Faster innovation cycles with interdisciplinary leadership
63%
Client Satisfaction
Higher retention with boundary-crossing consultants
Identifying The Hybrid Talent
Ambiguity Navigator
Thrives in uncertain situations, creating clarity from complexity.
Multilingual Thinker
Speaks the language of design, research, and business impact fluently.
Curious Challenger
Questions assumptions and reframes problems instinctively.
Adaptive Executor
Shifts between analysis, strategy, and implementation seamlessly.
The Transformative Result

Rewritten Brief
Hybrid talent redefined project parameters

Accelerated Progress
Eliminated handoffs between specialists

Unexpected Value
Uncovered opportunities beyond original scope

Game-Changing Results
Delivered commercially viable innovation
Start Finding Your Hybrid Talent
Map Your True Needs
Go beyond job descriptions to identify what success actually requires.
Reframe Your Search
Look for boundary-crossers rather than deep specialists.
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Please only book a Discovery Call if you operate in:1) Res-Tech (AI-powered Insight Platforms)2) Market Research & Insights3) Go-To-Market StrategyHIRING:1) Introductions and Background (5 mins)2) How do you go to market for talent? (10 minutes)3) Identify Current Hiring Problems (10 minutes)4)