What to do when you need a new CEO or another top-level hire? Your HR staff has a hard enough time filling your other vacancies. Hiring for an exec takes a bit more savvy.

Every business owner needs a trusted team of advisors and specialists. Here's how to get yours.

The case can be made that the driving force behind many successful businesses is that the company founders were savvy enough to build well-rounded management teams, and to then delegate authority and responsibility, not just workload.

Learn how to attract and hire "A Players" for your management team, and avoid the pitfalls of hiring the wrong candidates.

A wingman flying beside the fighter pilot is what separates the true ace from the merely great, writes the founder of a company that was sold for $270 million. A look at the characteristics of his own essential second-in-command provides a guide for entrepreneurs seeking the same.

Hiring the right person to fill an open spot can be difficult for a growing business. You need to recruit individuals who not only fill your immediate need, but also can step into other roles as the company evolves. Read on to learn how to assemble a management team that will grow with your company.

Calling in the troops: A short-term force can cut waste, solve problems and expand horizons.

How long have you been at the top of your organization? Are you as thrilled by your position now as you were that first year? Are you as effective at your job? Consider these difficult questions so that you can put yourself in the most strategic role.

Celebrities may make for good TV, but they don't make very good project managers. Find out what Mr. Trump should be looking for in his Celebrity Apprentice contestants.