When hiring…
Look Beyond the Resume – Yes, resume is a good starting point but they often don’t tell the full story of a candidate. A good trick is also look into their social media profiles or personal website to get a better sense of who they are as a person.
Look Beyond their Experience – Whilst experience is important, it’s not the only factor to consider when hiring. An ex-boss used to tell me to always ‘over-hire’. Hire candidates who show potential for growth and truly passionate about the industry.
Look Beyond the Interview – Normally for a more senior hire, we get the candidates to do a formal presentation on a project and more often than not, we will give them a very short timeline. This is to assess their presentation skills and more importantly how they work under pressure.
Look Beyond the Conventional – Do not be afraid to hire someone who does not fit the traditional mold. Like someone who decided to switch industry after 10 years or someone who does not have your typical diploma/degree. Many times the unconventional candidates can surprise us with different perspectives and skills that can benefit the role.
Just like how lawyer turned President Thomas Jefferson, said, “If you want something you never had, you have to do something you’ve never done.”
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