In this episode of Strategy Solutions and Sanity, host Sam delves into effective interview strategies essential for making sound hiring decisions. Discover the three key aspects to evaluate in candidates: character, competence, and culture fit. Learn to ask better questions that go beyond surface-level inquiries, and avoid common pitfalls that small team and family-run business managers often encounter. Sam also emphasizes the importance of entering the hiring process with a clear job description and setting expectations upfront.

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00:00 Introduction to Effective Interviewing

00:29 Welcome to Strategy Solutions and Sanity

01:20 The Three Key Insights for Interviews

02:09 The Importance of Clarity in Job Descriptions

03:55 Evaluating Character, Competence, and Culture Fit

04:32 Common Interview Mistakes to Avoid

07:22 Crafting Better Interview Questions

10:24 Identifying Red Flags and Green Flags

13:19 Conclusion and Additional Resources