To obtain a clearer understanding of a candidate's skills and areas for improvement, it is essential to expand the reference check process by including broader sources beyond those provided by the candidate. Back channel references, which are not officially listed, often yield more honest and valuable insights. Additionally, asking references to rank the candidate among their peers and inquiring about their willingness to stake their reputation on the candidate's potential success provides critical objective evaluations. These methods facilitate a more comprehensive view of the candidate's capabilities and fit for the position. Finally, focusing on building a diverse workforce should be a key consideration in the hiring process.
Episode 116: I found one of the best resources on hiring by one of the most well-respected founders and early-stage investors, Elad Gil. In this episode, I'll be reading highlights from the Hiring chapter of Elad’s startup book, High Growth Handbook, and cover job descriptions, interview questions, candidate scoring, work projects, building a diverse team, and more.
Original essay: https://growth.eladgil.com/book/recruiting/recruiting-best-practices/
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