How I Hire Articles

How I Hire: Reviewing a Resume as a Hiring Manager

I scan a resume in under a minute. Yes, I'm making quick, snap judgments. But it's a necessity with larger volume. Here's how I do it. It starts with...

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How I Hire: My Hiring Manager Interview

My first interview with an engineer is absolutely critical. I'm just wasting their time if I'm winging it. I need to invest time and effort to make...

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How I Hire: Technical & Team Interviews

I always want to hire a great engineer. Who doesn't? I need a no-BS 360° view of their skills to make that a reality. Technical and team interviews...

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How I Hire: Making the Final Decision

It all comes down to this. I've reviewed resumes, completed interviews, and collected feedback. But now...now I need to make a decision. I feel the...

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How I Hire: The Epilogue—Keeping Great Employees

Hiring is worthless unless you can keep great people around. I only influence a small part of what determines if a great employee sticks around. I...

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