Hiring advice for employers
Practical guidance on writing clear requirements, reading CVs fairly, and hiring faster without sorting through a stack.
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How to write a good interview plan for a new role
Plan interviews for a new role: map must-haves to stages with a coverage matrix, choose methods, brief interviewers and plan fair logistics.
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How to reduce time-to-hire without lowering quality
Cut time-to-hire by removing waiting, not checks: measure stage gaps, agree response times, block interviews and run steps in parallel.
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Time-to-hire vs time-to-fill: definitions and how to measure
Time-to-hire vs time-to-fill: clear definitions, spreadsheet formulas, a worked example and tips to use the median and stage gaps.
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How to write a candidate update email cadence
How often should you update candidates? A seven-message cadence with timing, templates, a no-news update and tracking tips.
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How to hire your first developer when you are not technical
Hire your first developer without a technical background: write a plain brief, pick the engagement type, use a reviewer, run a paid test and own your accounts.
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Interview questions for managers: a bank for leadership hires
Interview questions for managers with follow-ups, scenarios and a scoring guide. Choose competencies, probe for results through others and check references.
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How to interview for potential and not just experience
Interview for potential: define it as learning speed, problem solving, adaptability and drive; use questions and a learning exercise; guard against bias.
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How to interview when you are not trained to
Interview with confidence without training: a six-step method, probing phrases, note tips, questions to avoid and a 45-minute preparation plan.
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How to avoid bias in interviews: 12 practical controls
Reduce bias in interviews with 12 practical controls: criteria, same questions, notes, scoring before discussion, diverse panels, adjustments and checks.
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Accessible interviews: how to plan one for every candidate
Plan an accessible interview for every candidate: structure, preparation, venue and video checks, interviewer habits, fair scoring and a checklist.