Recently, I had a very inspiring talk with
Mio 🚀
we agreed that it’s very important that the candidate should offer at least one skill that outperforms us (or the hiring manager). The other skills can be learned later on.
When it comes to attitude it’s not as easy. When both, the applicant and the company are very honest about their values and what’s important for them a fit should be possible to figure out during the application process. If not: this is what the probation period is for.
Mio told me that at
Kellerkinder GmbH
the application process ends with the last day of the probation period (from both sides).
I like this idea as it engages both parties to continue validating the fit. And even more: it engages both parties to continue investing in the relationship.