Bad hiring can cost your company a bomb | Richard Martin | #TGV637

Jul 22, 2025

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Summary

In this episode, Richard Martin, founder of Colma, discusses the hidden causes of bad hires and how to avoid them. He emphasizes the importance of hiring for culture fit, the current trends in global hiring, and the unique approach Colma takes to recruitment. Richard shares valuable insights on leadership, the significance of employer branding, and the red flags to watch for during the hiring process. The conversation also includes a rapid-fire round that reveals Richard's personal hiring philosophy and thoughts on the future of recruitment.

Takeaways

Colma connects companies with pre-vetted high-performing global talent.

Curiosity is key to opening doors in business.

Clarity in leadership is more important than speed.

Hiring mistakes often stem from rushing the process.

Global talent is now elite and often overlooked.

Culture fit is as crucial as technical skills.

Employer branding impacts candidate attraction and retention.

A good hiring process treats candidates as partners.

Red flags in interviews include vagueness and constant agreement.

Global hiring requires compatibility, not just cost considerations.

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