

My 3 Principles in Hiring The Right People | Ep 183
29 snips Sep 16, 2024
Discover a three-part hiring framework that prioritizes character over skills, essential for a strong company culture. Learn effective interview techniques and the significance of situational referencing to identify candidates' true motivations. Master practical tests to evaluate real-world competencies and recognize warning signs during interviews. Gain insights into assessing commitment levels and aligning hires with core company values while considering their life stages.
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Prioritize Character
- Prioritize character in hiring, aligning candidates with your business values.
- Behaviors are a proxy to values; observe actions, not just words.
The Importance of Character
- Leila hired a skilled employee who lacked character and caused conflict.
- This experience taught her to prioritize culture over skills.
Operationalizing Values
- Operationalize your values by creating interview questions that assess behaviors.
- Use "reference questions" prompting candidates to recall past experiences demonstrating those values.