Elliot Hayes

Here are some best practices for conducting a New Position Kick-Off Meeting Start with an Introduction: Begin the kick-off meeting by introducing everyone involved, including the recruiter and any other relevant team members. This helps create a collaborative atmosphere and ensures everyone is on the same page. Clarify the Purpose: Clearly define the objectives of the kick-off meeting. Discuss the reasons behind opening the position, whether it's a net new headcount or a backfill. If it's a new role, explain why it is necessary to hire for it now. For a backfill, explain why the previous employee left and discuss any similarities or differences expected from the new hire. Identify Pain Points and Opportunities: Discuss the pain points that this new hire will solve for the team and the company. Identify the specific areas where the new hire's contributions are crucial. Additionally, highlight the opportunities that the role will capitalize on to help attract the ideal candid...

Introduction Introduce yourself, your role, the company and why you are seeking a reference for [Candidate's Name]. Reference Check Questions In what capacity did you work with [Candidate's Name], and how familiar are you with their work Could you please outline the candidate's responsibilities during their time in this position? Is there any additional information about [Candidate's Name] that we should be aware of to ensure their success? Furthermore, do you have any advice for their potential new manager? Are there any areas where you believe [Candidate's Name] could improve? How would you rank [Candidate's Name] in comparison to other employees who have held the same position? If given the opportunity, would you hire [Candidate's Name] again?  Additionally, questions for further insights: Did [Candidate's Name] work best on their own, as a lead, or within a group of people? Did [Candidate's Name] appear satisfied with their work? Which types of p...

Resume Keep your resume concise and focused on capturing the recruiter's attention. Highlight your accomplishments with straightforward facts and consolidated bullet points Include links to relevant online profiles (GitHub, LinkedIn, Twitter, blog, etc.). Be honest about your skills, as claiming expertise in a specific area may lead to specialized interview questions. Phone call with the Recruiter Be prepared to discuss your background and previous work experiences in detail. Research the company beforehand and demonstrate your interest and motivation to work there. Pro tip: Impress the recruiter with your knowledge of the company and its values. Phone call with the Hiring Manager Find a quiet place with a good internet connection for phone screens. Practice writing code in a simple text editor without syntax highlighting or completion macros. Review and refresh your knowledge of programming techniques and concepts, even if you don't use them frequently. Familiarize yourself wi...

Hiring Manager Interview Model Objective To understand why the candidate made certain career decisions To understand how the candidate made certain career decisions To understand what role specific (ie technical or leadership) qualities this candidate possesses Overall behavioral analysis of every candidate designed to detect patterns/anti-patterns we’ve found to create successful or otherwise career trajectories within the our companies environment Usage This template is a set of guidelines/examples The interviewer can modify to fit the course of the interview A resume dig should take about 45 minutes to complete Introduction (5 min) Thank the candidate for their time Introduction your role at the company For example, mention your years of experience at the company and the team that you support Set expectations on the purpose of the interview ie “I would like to cover a coding question with you, ideally we come to a completed solution, we should have 5-10 minutes at the end for you to...

Employee Referral Program Effective: May 23, 2023 COMPANY'S NAME Employee Referral Program aims to encourage and reward employees who contribute to our growth by referring talented individuals to join our team. Below are the details and guidelines for participation: Eligibility: All full-time regular employees, excluding Vice Presidents and above, are eligible. Directors, Managers, and Hiring Managers are eligible as long as the referred candidate does not report directly to them. The recruiting department is not eligible for referral bonuses. Eligible Positions: All full-time regular (FTE) positions are eligible. Contractors, temporary workers, and interns are not eligible for the referral bonus. If a referral is initially hired as a contractor or intern and later converted to a full-time regular employee, the bonus will be paid once the guidelines below are met. Referral Bonus Details and Guidelines: Amount: The referral bonus amount is $X,XXX for full-time regular (FTE) positi...

I recently caught up with a longtime recruiting friend who was looking for some guidance on growing in to a leadership role. I put together the following links for them and figured I'd share here for you too.  Recruiting Communities to join: Voray - Talent Community Recruiting Brainfood Podcasts:  All-In Podcast Acquired A-Players The Greenhouse Talent Makers Dueling Sourcers Talk Talent To Me Supermanagers Podcast Additional Resources: TalentHub.io TalentLyft The Managers Handbook Smart Recruiters How to Hire Executives ChatKick - Structured Interviews Carta Blog - Equity101 Talent Chooses You Inside HR Technical Recruiting Hiring Comp Levels.fyi   Pave / Option Impact Benefits.fyi OpenComp Additional Musings: SaaS Economics First Round Capital Interview Questions First Round 40 Interview Questions Managers Coach / Dont Fix

UPDATED: May 23, 2023 The recruiter phone screen is a crucial step in the hiring process, aimed at understanding the candidate's skills, qualities, motivations, and goals. This blog post provides a framework for conducting an effective recruiter phone screen, with tips and key questions to ask. By following these guidelines, you can make the most out of the conversation and gather valuable insights about the candidate. Note Taking: Taking thorough notes during the phone screen is essential for keeping track of important details. These notes serve as a guide throughout the candidate's journey, so it's crucial to choose your words wisely. Determine a note-taking system that works best for you, whether it's using a template, a blank page, or jotting down notes in real time. There are other technologies available like Otter.ai that can transcribe the conversation for you in real time.  I find it helpful to take notes during the call using the notes app and adding my own ass...