The $100 MBA Show MBA2660 Q&A Wednesday: Why Do I Keep Hiring The Wrong Type of People?
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Aug 6, 2025 Hiring can be a gamble for entrepreneurs. Many discover that resumes don’t tell the whole story. A structured hiring process is essential to identify true talent. The discussion emphasizes the importance of cultural fit over mere technical skills in interviews. Techniques like project assessments and evaluating attitude are highlighted. Omar also outlines a three-step framework to help ensure you recruit the right people for a thriving team, freeing you from the guesswork and enhancing your business's overall health.
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Hiring Reality vs. Presentation
- Hiring based on resumes and interviews is often misleading because candidates present their best polished versions.
- You must evaluate how candidates actually perform the work, not just their presentation or claims.
Trust But Verify in Hiring
- Adopt the mantra 'trust, but verify' when hiring and require proof of skills.
- Ensure candidates can deliver value before committing substantial financial resources to them.
Three-Round Hiring Process Start
- Omar shares how he implemented a three-round hiring process in his software company to improve hiring outcomes.
- The first round screens for cultural fit and attitude through a brief casual interview.