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Smart Hiring with Tom Clayton

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Jan 23, 2025
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Tom Clayton
Tom Clayton, COO of Peek, is a powerhouse in team building and scaling companies with a unique, data-driven approach. He reveals his employee attribute chart to eliminate biases in hiring and shares why he sends champagne to candidates. Tom discusses the impact of AI on recruitment and the significance of cultural fit in hiring. He even encourages employees to start their own businesses! With insights on managing rapid growth and fostering trust, this conversation is a goldmine for high-performing organizations.
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ADVICE

Data-Driven Hiring

  • Use an employee attribute chart to identify key attributes for success in a role.
  • This data-driven approach helps focus recruiting efforts and reduces bias.
INSIGHT

Key Attributes for Sales

  • Some attributes, like grit, consistently correlate with sales success.
  • Others, like industry expertise, often don't matter.
ADVICE

Cues Over Questions

  • Evaluate candidates through cues rather than direct questions.
  • Observe their behavior and engagement during the interview process.
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