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In this episode, you'll learn how to streamline your recruiting process, craft compelling job ads, evaluate candidates effectively, and create an exceptional onboarding experience.

Timestamps:

[03:48] Deciding when to hire

[04:27] Importance of employer branding

[05:32] Creating a role description

[06:13] Writing a job advert

[07:09] Talent sourcing strategies

[07:56] Using recruiters effectively

[08:48] The role of headhunters

[09:48] CV screening tips

[10:22] Benefits of group interviews

[11:02] Designing coding assessments

[12:08] Architectural and standards evaluations

[12:46] Assessing cultural fit

[13:16] The pressure release test

[14:22] Crafting effective interview questions

[14:57] Using situational achievement assessments

[15:45] Typical interview stages

[16:33] Selling the role during final interviews

[17:38] Tracking candidate funnel metrics

[18:16] Scoring and benchmarking candidates

[18:59] Blind voting in group interviews

[19:56] Enhancing candidate experience

[20:45] Communicating rejection feedback

[21:52] Tools for managing recruiting processes

[22:28] Making and presenting job offers

[23:39] Engaging new hires before start date

[24:35] Structuring onboarding processes

[25:58] Leveraging probation periods

[26:54] The value of a coordinated recruiting approach

[27:34] Investing in the recruiting process

[28:04] Training teams on recruiting skills

[28:51] Defaulting to no hire when unsure

[29:20] Creating an amazing onboarding experience

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