Interim Management: Grant Alexander Launches a Podcast to Challenge Common Misconceptions

Paris, April 21, 2026 – Still relatively under-recognized, interim management continues to be surrounded by a number of misconceptions. Against this backdrop, Grant Alexander announces the launch of its podcast, “Interim Management: Breaking the Myths!”. Through this series, the initiative aims to provide a practical, experience-based perspective on a strategic practice that remains underutilized by many organizations.

An educational format to shed light on a misunderstood reality

While interim management is increasingly recognized as a powerful lever for business transformation, it is still often misunderstood. According to a study conducted by Grant Alexander, only 32% of executives say they truly understand its scope, and many barriers remain—often driven by inaccurate perceptions.[1]
In response, Grant Alexander is launching this podcast with a clear objective: to challenge the misconceptions surrounding the use of interim managers.
Each episode tackles a widely held belief and offers insights grounded in real-world experience and concrete assignments carried out by the firm’s teams.
The goal is to help executives and HR leaders better understand how interim management works, its benefits, and the key success factors behind it.

A first episode tackling a persistent misconception

The first episode, now available, features Marie Paillard, Partner and Deputy Managing Director at Grant Alexander Executive Interim. She addresses a deeply rooted belief: “Interim management is only used in times of crisis.”
This narrow view overlooks the broader reality, as organizations increasingly rely on interim expertise in a wide range of contexts—from organizational transformation and strategic project delivery to performance improvement.

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A series exploring the market’s most common misconceptions

Over the coming weeks, additional episodes will further explore other key misconceptions, including:
• Are interim managers only senior executives at the end of their careers?
• Is interim management reserved for large organizations?
• Is it necessarily an expensive solution?
• Do assignments deliver sustainable results?
• Is interim management limited to temporarily replacing an executive?

These questions reflect the ongoing concerns of decision-makers and continue to hinder wider adoption, despite high satisfaction levels among companies that have already leveraged this approach.

Raising awareness across organizations

Beyond the format itself, this initiative addresses a broader challenge: improving understanding of the role and value of interim management in an economic environment defined by uncertainty and accelerating change.
By sharing practical insights and real-life experiences, this podcast aims to support leaders in their decision-making and help them broaden their approach to managing transformation and driving performance.

About Grant Alexander
For over 35 years, Grant Alexander has been a trusted partner in enhancing organizational and leadership performance, offering comprehensive support across all aspects of talent management and development through tailored solutions.
A multi-specialist HR consulting and services group, Grant Alexander operates across four core activities: Executive Search, Executive Interim, Leadership Advisory, and Value Creation. The firm serves all sectors and functions (executives, experts, and niche talent) on a global scale.
It has offices across France (Paris, Aix-Marseille, Lille, Lyon, Nantes, Strasbourg, Toulouse) and Switzerland (Geneva, Lausanne, Fribourg, Zurich), and is the exclusive partner of InterSearch Worldwide in France and Switzerland.
As part of its CSR commitment, Grant Alexander has been recognized as an “Engaged Company” by Ecovadis.
https://www.grantalexander.com/

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[1] OpinionWay study for Grant Alexander – Interim Managers: Awareness and Perception – March 2025.