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The problem with hiring for ‘culture fit’
Culture fit is trending again—but not in a good way. In the 70s, organizational psychologist John Morse conducted an experiment ...
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Giving interview feedback: the dos and don’ts
The dos of giving interview feedback include telling the truth, writing creatively, being tactful, praising when possible, and a...
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How can we fix tech recruiting?
Technology fancies itself a meritocracy—more so than any other industry. In theory, coding ability is all you need to land a cod...
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Addressing interview red flags
Malcolm Gladwell famously wrote in his bestselling book, ‘Blink,’ that “the key to good decision making is not knowl...
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How to assess soft skills in an interview
How can you tell whether a candidate who looks good ‘on paper’ will be good ‘in person’? Soft skills make all the difference. So...
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Ideas for a successful recruiting event
Planning a successful recruitment event involves clear communication, effective promotion, and creating a conducive environment ...
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Money for nothing: are we ready for universal basic income?
Several years ago I went to visit a radical experiment in the remote west of Kenya near the shores of Lake Victoria. A handful o...
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How to spot disengaged employees
What makes disengaged employees stand out? They’re unlikely to send you a memo, although you can get some insight from employee ...
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How to read candidate body language in an interview
Reading body language during interviews can provide valuable insights into a candidate's personality and demeanor. However, it's...
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How to create an employee retention program
Creating an effective employee retention program involves measuring turnover rates, implementing fair compensation strategies, f...
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Addressing resume red flags
Resume red flags aren’t necessarily grounds for instantly disqualifying candidates. However, they may give you more insight into...
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9 common interviewer mistakes that put off candidates
Interviewers can get away with mistakes more easily than interviewees. Candidates are supposed to stress about how to create a p...