We emphasize humility and respect in our hiring process to ensure a positive team dynamic.

Candidates are evaluated not just on their skills but also on how they treat everyone during the hiring process.

Core values should be unique to your company and serve as a hiring framework, guiding the recruitment process when you can no longer interview every candidate personally. At Homejoy, nobody is above any job, which means I seek people who respect others regardless of their roles, from contractors to engineers.

We prioritize hiring super talented individuals who fit our culture and are incredibly hardworking, regardless of their experience.

It's essential to be disciplined about hiring; I prioritize finding candidates who align with our values, even if it means waiting longer to fill a position.

It's crucial to ensure that the candidate pool reflects the diversity we want in our teams, as this impacts the effectiveness of our work.

Unchecked biases can undermine an inclusive culture, so it's important to create ways for colleagues to check their biases and support each other.

We emphasize hiring people who align with our mission rather than those motivated solely by financial gain or personal challenges.

To avoid hazing during interviews, it's essential to maintain a friendly and supportive atmosphere, especially when candidates struggle to answer questions.