Manager-of-managers searches are interesting in at least four ways: There are many folks who can’t find upward mobility within their current company. They have not managed managers before, and are looking for the opportunity. Most people with experience managing managers are happy in their current roles. The individuals interested in these roles outpace supply. This makes it more important to put in place processes like the Rooney Rule.7 You need a fair way to consider candidates within your company. It must be respectful to them yet allow you to uphold your responsibilities to the company.
