Chapter
The Importance of Character in Hiring
32:50 - 41:38 (08:48)
Hiring based solely on skills and resumes is not enough as character plays a crucial role in determining a good fit for the organization. Stress testing character during interviews can help identify potential weaknesses.
Clips
The belief that cynicism equals intelligence is not true.
32:50 - 34:08 (01:17)
Summary
The belief that cynicism equals intelligence is not true. It is important to avoid being cynical but also remain sufficiently aloof and not sycophantic when analyzing situations as it can lead to great discoveries.
ChapterThe Importance of Character in Hiring
Episode#383 - Robert Greene - 12 Laws Of Power & Human Nature
PodcastModern Wisdom
It's important to assess someone's character over time rather than judging them immediately.
34:08 - 38:07 (03:59)
Summary
It's important to assess someone's character over time rather than judging them immediately. In the selection process, try to test someone's ability to handle stress and avoid choosing people of bad character.
ChapterThe Importance of Character in Hiring
Episode#383 - Robert Greene - 12 Laws Of Power & Human Nature
PodcastModern Wisdom
Focusing solely on skills during the hiring process may result in hiring individuals with the required skills but wrong attributes, personality, and character.
38:07 - 41:38 (03:31)
Summary
Focusing solely on skills during the hiring process may result in hiring individuals with the required skills but wrong attributes, personality, and character. The need for skills does not outweigh crucial qualities like resilience, humor, empathy, being a team player, and having grit, which cannot be taught or sensed during a 90-minute interview.