#14 — Somer Hackley: Search Smarter, Build Relationships, Get Hired (Search in Plain Sight)

In this episode of Behind the Hire, Jesse Gale sits down with Somer Hackley — executive recruiter, founder of Distinguished Search, and author of Search in Plain Sight. Somer shares candid insights on what executives often get wrong in their job search — and what it really takes to stand out in today’s market. The conversation covers the mindset shift candidates need to make — from chasing jobs to becoming a magnet for opportunities. Somer also breaks down what separates great interviewees from average ones at the executive level, and why confidence, clarity, and relationship-building are essential in every career move. Grab a copy of Search in Plain Sight here: https://a.co/d/3Xn1Uwl