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Apr 2024
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302: How to Avoid Hiring the Wrong Perso...

MAMIE KANFER STEWART
About this episode

One of the most crucial yet often overlooked tasks for managers is hiring. While it may seem straightforward, hiring is an intricate process filled with challenges that can shake even the most seasoned manager. 


In today’s competitive job market, where job postings can receive hundreds, if not thousands, of applications, distinguishing top candidates from the rest requires more than just reviewing resumes. 


Thankfully, our guest will fill us in on what to do (and not do) to make your hiring process successful.


Today’s guest is Vicky Brown. After two decades of leadership roles in the corporate world, Vicky founded her own HR consultancy, Idomeneo Enterprises, in 2001. Her Leaders Journey Experience is an education program specifically designed to equip entrepreneurs and business professionals with the tools, guidance, and confidence to navigate the sometimes complex world of HR.


Vicky shares invaluable insights on the ins and outs of a hiring process. She shares tips and tricks on writing effective job descriptions, evaluating a resume, what questions to ask during the interview to uncover deeper insights into a candidate, the recommended interview format and processes, and more.


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Conversation Topics

  • (00:00) Intro
  • (02:05) Why hiring feels increasingly difficult
  • (04:40) How to write effective job descriptions
  • (09:13) Interviewing techniques to uncover deeper insights into candidates
  • (22:29) Recommended number of interviews and interview format
  • (25:57) How to read and evaluate resumes
  • (28:18) A great manager Vicky has worked for
  • (31:16) Is there anything a candidate should or shouldn’t ask in an interview?
  • (33:36) Keep up with Vicky
  • (34:25) [Extended Episode Only] What should you do when you’re undecided about a candidate?
  • (39:08) [Extended Episode Only] The truth about reference checks


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