Calibration is a key differentiator in Yellow Folder’s model and is a reflection of our collaborative process and true partnership model with our clients.

Our calibration stage is a key part of any engagement with our clients. For talent solutions, it involves an initial early check in with real candidate profiles to exchange feedback, check assumptions, test ideas and ultimately refine our research approach. For other projects including remuneration benchmarking and market intelligence, it involves weekly check ins to ensure alignment, visibility of progress and the ultimate success of every engagement.

Yellow Folder has a team of dedicated researchers who, in addition to the usual methods of sourcing talent through channels like LinkedIn, use phone based methods to map out entire teams and their reporting structures. This methodology is a significant point of difference and is used across all projects to ensure we are covering the entire talent market, not just is what publicly available.

Career conversations are a great way for Yellow Folder to connect with current and future candidates and obtain up to date information on specific remuneration trends, not available through large salary surveys. With curiosity at the forefront of each engagement, we take the approach of understanding each individual’s career goals as well as other important factors they are seeking in their next role i.e. remuneration, location, industry, culture, leadership, flexibility and more. For the candidate, it offers a a chance to discuss their career plans and aspirations with professionals in the field, who can in turn provide advice and feedback on the current market, connect them with current or future opportunities and provide opportunities for networking with senior stakeholders affiliated with Yellow Folder.