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Who: The A Method for Hiring

by Geoff Smart, Randy Street

Published 2008Β·210 pages
HiringPeople ManagementEngineering Management
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Why It Matters for Leaders

This book matters for Engineering Leaders as it addresses the critical issue of ineffective hiring, which can cost companies significantly in terms of both money and time. An actionable takeaway is to implement the A Method for Hiring to systematically improve the recruitment process and minimize costly hiring mistakes.

Who Should Read This

Hiring managers who want a structured, repeatable method for hiring. Covers scorecard-based interviews and reducing mis-hires.

What's Inside

1. Core Claim: Unsuccessful hiring is a critical business problem.

2. Cost of Hiring Mistakes: Average cost exceeds $1.5 million per year.

3. Solution Provided: A simple, practical method for improving hiring processes.

4. Target Audience: Business leaders and HR professionals seeking to enhance recruitment strategies.

5. Impact on Productivity: Hiring errors lead to wasted hours and decreased efficiency.

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