In this engaging webinar, talent acquisition experts Lauren and Adrian share their insights on strategic hiring for companies scaling from Series A to Series C. With over a decade of experience in tech recruiting and scaling powerhouse companies like Eventbrite, Slack, and Volley, they dive into the challenges and best practices of building high-performing teams during hypergrowth. From aligning hiring goals with business strategy to managing interviewer fatigue and retaining top talent, this session is packed with actionable advice for talent leaders, hiring managers, and executives alike.
Key Takeaways
Strategic Hiring Requires Alignment: Ensure cross-functional alignment between TA, finance, HR, and executives to avoid last-minute hiring roadblocks.
Documentation is Key: Create clear documentation for compensation philosophy, negotiation strategies, and interview processes to maintain consistency.
Interviewer Fatigue is Real: Monitor and manage interviewer workload using data and tools to ensure a positive candidate experience.
Retention Starts with Culture: Foster psychological safety, open communication, and action-oriented feedback to keep employees engaged.
Capacity Planning is Critical: Use capacity models to set realistic hiring expectations and avoid overburdening your team.
Hiring is Everyone’s Job: Hiring managers should dedicate a significant portion of their time to recruiting, especially during hypergrowth.
Leverage Data and Tools: Use tools like Greenhouse, Gem, and Ashby to streamline processes, track metrics, and improve hiring outcomes.
Chapters
0:00 - 1:38 Introduction to Strategic Hiring for Hypergrowth
1:38 - 5:38 Defining Strategic Hiring at Series C
5:38 - 11:29 Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
11:29 - 19:44 Balancing Ego and Realism in Hiring
19:44 - 27:11 Onboarding and Retention Strategies
27:11 - 31:17 The Role of Hiring Managers in Hypergrowth
31:17 - 37:34 Managing Interviewer Fatigue
37:34 - 42:18 Capacity Planning and Tools for Scaling
42:18 - 57:07 Q&A and Closing Thoughts
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