Before the Interview
What if your next opportunity found you?
Stop searching. Be Found.
There's a better way to find your next move. Here's where to start.
Before the Interview was founded by Bernie Reifkind, CEO of Premier Search and a veteran executive recruiter with decades of experience identifying and placing leadership talent. With more than 3,200 placements to his name, including executives at household-name companies across technology, healthcare, and consumer brands, Bernie brings something most career experts can't: firsthand knowledge of how companies hire leaders, what makes candidates stand out, and what gets exceptional executives overlooked.
Together, you'll sharpen your résumé and LinkedIn presence, learn how to get on decision-makers' radar before a job is even posted, build a compelling story around your experience, and master the conversations that can open doors to your next opportunity.
You've already put in the years to build your career. Let's make sure your next move reflects it.
Executive Career Coaching
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COO Career Coaching
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Healthcare Executive Career Coaching
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Interview Coaching for Executives
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Leadership Interview Preparation
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Executive Résumé and LinkedIn Strategy
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Career Transition Coaching
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Operations Executive Hiring
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Executive Job Search Strategy
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C-Suite Career Coaching
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CEO Career Coaching
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Private Equity Executive Career Strategy
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Senior Leadership Career Transition
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CEO and President Job Search
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VP and SVP Career Coaching
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C-Suite Career Strategy
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Executive Career Coaching ✶ COO Career Coaching ✶ Healthcare Executive Career Coaching ✶ Interview Coaching for Executives ✶ Leadership Interview Preparation ✶ Executive Résumé and LinkedIn Strategy ✶ Career Transition Coaching ✶ Operations Executive Hiring ✶ Executive Job Search Strategy ✶ C-Suite Career Coaching ✶ CEO Career Coaching ✶ Private Equity Executive Career Strategy ✶ Senior Leadership Career Transition ✶ CEO and President Job Search ✶ VP and SVP Career Coaching ✶ C-Suite Career Strategy ✶
WHY BEFORE THE INTERVIEW
Being qualified is only part of the equation.
You can have the right experience, an impressive résumé, and years of accomplishments behind you—and still struggle to get in front of the right people or communicate what makes you the right choice.
That's because navigating a career search is its own skill. It takes more than submitting applications. You need to know how to position your experience, get noticed by decision-makers, tell a compelling career story, and understand what employers are really evaluating when they meet you.
Before the Interview helps you put those pieces together. Through personalized career strategy and interview coaching, you'll learn to approach your search with greater intention and present your experience in a way that resonates with the people making hiring decisions.
YOUR NEXT MOVE, WITH A PLAN
Exclusive advice you won't find anywhere else.
How do you get considered for a role before it's posted? What makes one executive stand out when several candidates have comparable experience? How do you talk about a career setback without letting it define your candidacy?
These aren't questions a résumé template can answer. They're the kinds of challenges Bernie helps you work through, drawing on decades of executive search experience and more than 3,200 placements.
Get on their radar before the role is posted.
The best opportunities aren't always sitting on a job board. Learn how to build relationships with recruiters and decision-makers, get on their radar, and position yourself for opportunities you won't find by submitting another application.
Own the Room.
From explaining a career transition to discussing compensation, the hardest questions are often the ones you can't answer with a script. Work through your answers, practice mock interviews, and learn to communicate your value under pressure.
Stop listing your experience. Start selling your value.
A list of titles and responsibilities doesn't tell the whole story. Refine your résumé and LinkedIn profile to bring your accomplishments, leadership, and value into focus—so people understand what you bring to the table.
Don't just get an offer. Get the right offer.
An interview is a two-way evaluation, and what you do next matters. Learn how to ask better questions, assess the opportunity, discuss compensation, and follow up strategically—so you're making informed decisions, not just hoping to be chosen.
WHEN THE NEXT MOVE MATTERS
A bigger career calls for a smarter next move.
Whether you're pursuing a CEO role, considering a move into a portfolio company, or figuring out what's next after an unexpected departure, the stakes are different at the executive level. Your next move needs to reflect not just what you've done, but where you can go.
▶︎ A new chapter after a leadership role
You've led at the highest levels. Now you need to translate that experience into the right next opportunity.
▷ A transition you didn't plan
A restructuring, acquisition, or change in leadership can leave even accomplished executives wondering how to reposition themselves.
▶︎ Ready for a bigger seat at the table
You're ready for a CEO, president, or COO role—and need to make the case that you're the right person to lead at that level.
▷ Looking beyond the obvious opportunities
You're interested in a different industry, a private equity-backed business, or a role that isn't going to appear on a job board.
01 / THE ADVANTAGE
GET POSITIONED
Make your experience count.
Clarify your value, sharpen your professional story, and identify what needs to change as you prepare for your next move.
YOUR ENGAGEMENT INCLUDES
✓ One 90-minute private strategy session
✓ Executive résumé review with specific recommendations
✓ LinkedIn profile review and positioning recommendations
✓ Personalized executive value proposition
✓ Written action plan for your next steps
THE RESULT
A clearer professional narrative, targeted recommendations, and a plan for positioning yourself for the right opportunities.
One session · Written recommendations · Limited email follow-up
02 / THE PLAYBOOK
GET CONSIDERED
Get in front of the right people.
Learn how to pursue the right opportunities, build relationships with decision-makers, and make a compelling case for your next executive role.
YOUR ENGAGEMENT INCLUDES
✓ Everything in Get Positioned
✓ Target-role and company strategy
✓ Personalized executive outreach playbook
✓ Guidance on approaching recruiters and decision-makers
✓ Interview preparation and one mock interview
✓ Written executive search roadmap
THE RESULT
A focused search strategy and a practical plan to get considered for the right opportunities.
Three sessions total · Written roadmap · Mock interview · Limited email support
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03 / THE FULL ENGAGEMENT
GET HIRED
Prepare for the opportunities that matter.
At the executive level, every interview and offer carries weight. Get personalized guidance as opportunities develop, from high-stakes interviews to evaluating your next move.
YOUR ENGAGEMENT INCLUDES
✓ Everything in Get Considered
✓ Role-specific interview preparation
✓ Additional mock interviews and feedback
✓ Coaching on executive-level leadership narratives
✓ Compensation and offer-evaluation guidance
✓ Strategic support as your search progresses
THE RESULT
The preparation and perspective to navigate critical conversations and make a more informed career move.
Six sessions total · Opportunity-specific preparation · Limited email support throughout the engagement
Engagements are tailored to your experience, goals, and career objectives. Connect with Bernie for a personalized recommendation and pricing.
Your next move starts here.
Your experience got you here. The right strategy can take you further.
Before the Interview gives accomplished executives a distinct advantage: personalized career guidance informed by decades on the executive search side of the table. Work directly with Bernie Reifkind to sharpen your positioning, reach the right people, and prepare for the conversations that can shape your next chapter.
HOW IT WORKS
✴︎ Tell us about yourself. Complete this brief inquiry form so Bernie can understand your background and what you're looking to accomplish.
✴︎ Have a conversation with Bernie. Bernie will reach out to schedule a 10-minute introductory call to discuss your goals, answer initial questions, and determine which BTI package best fits your needs.
✴︎ Get a plan for moving forward. You'll discuss the recommended engagement, scope, and pricing. If it's a fit, you'll establish the first steps toward getting started.
