Golriz Ardekani’s Post

Dear network, 🌐 I’m delighted to share some thoughts that may result in me getting fired or worse, never landing another job again. 😅 But hey, what’s life without a little risk, right? 🚀 The hiring process has always been a peculiar beast, and lately, it feels like it’s evolved into a chaotic maze where logic and fairness took a wrong turn and never came back. 🧩 If you're curious to dive deeper into the absurdities of modern hiring, check out my latest Medium blog post for more insights! And if LinkedIn fires me for this, at least I’ll have a great story to tell. Though, I might need to abbreviate it to fit within LinkedIn's VARCHAR(2975) limit. 😉

What scares YOU about hiring? 👻 I’ve been having some conversations lately about hiring, and I keep hearing about how business owners are scared of hiring, or unsure about it, so they just keep putting it off. I’d love to know more about your perspective?

Big news, friends - our first full-time hire is coming on board next week. Here's how we approached this unconventional hiring process: 1. Lightning fast - Pinged him in the morning, had dinner together the same day 2. Vision alignment - Prioritize someone who truly gets what we're trying to achieve 3. Culture first - Focus on cultural fit before diving into skills 4. Genuine connection - Our dinner talk? LinkedIn, creators, family, and cricket - not the role 5. Ego at the door - Approached the conversation with humility and openness 6. Authenticity wins - Being easily approachable and open to real discussions The result? We found someone who feels like they've been part of our journey all along. I can't wait to see what we'll achieve together. Keep an eye on this space – I'll be sharing more about our new team member and our exciting plans soon. P.S. What's your best tip for welcoming a new hire?

It’s easy to hire for skills. It’s done everyday but is definitely not a guaranteed make up for success. But hiring the right person with the right fit is hiring for long term success. Don’t overlook a candidate because they may not have a degree. Hire them because they fit your culture, needed skills and perhaps with proper encouragement through continuing education, learning, and development, you will grow and develop a leader. That is part of succession planning.

Success can come to absolutely anyone if this person has the desire to develop, including those given a second chance.    Unlock the untapped potential of second-chance hiring! By embracing this practice, businesses can access a deep talent pool, and enjoy loyal, productive employees.     Ready to make a difference? Start your second-chance hiring journey today! 

Underrated hiring strategy: Hire people who will outgrow you. They might be overqualified, make you feel insecure, or have huge ambitions. You might wonder if you can keep them. But, they might be the best hiring decision you ever make.

Underrated hiring strategy: Hire people who will outgrow you. They might be overqualified, make you feel insecure, or have huge ambitions. You might wonder if you can keep them. But, they might be the best hiring decision you ever make.

Underrated hiring strategy: Hire people who will outgrow you. They might be overqualified, make you feel insecure, or have huge ambitions. You might wonder if you can keep them. But, they might be the best hiring decision you ever make.

Looking for your next recruitment job? 👋 There’s two important things that matter: ✅ Firstly recruiting in a 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 you’re passionate about. ✅ Secondly, the 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞. Culture shouldn't mean "fitting in". It's about being your authentic self. Being part of a team with the flexibility to manage your own time. ESP partner with thriving SaaS companies They create tech to make world a better place. Our mission is to help them. Sound like a fit? 𝐖𝐞'𝐫𝐞 𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲! 

Scaling a business means building a team that teaches you something new every day. ✨ Surround yourself with mentors who inspire, uplift, and create a work environment where growth thrives. The right team doesn’t just improve the work—they transform the culture, enhance accountability, and amplify the joy in what we do. With hiring season in full swing, what’s your top tip for finding the perfect addition to your team? Drop your insights below! 👇🌱