We created a core values interview process to ensure that new hires share our beliefs and values, which is crucial for maintaining our culture.

We have a core values council that advises on maintaining our culture and values, ensuring alignment across the company.

Regularly assess your hiring process and the cultural fit of new employees to ensure alignment with your company's values.

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.

At The Muse, we prioritize candidates based on their alignment with our core values for the long-term future of the company.

Strong cultures align the values and behaviors of the team with what the company needs to succeed; it's about intentionality in building that culture.

Aligning on core values is crucial for successful relationships, as values dictate the tough decisions we face together.

You need to operationalize and reinforce your values and behaviors by screening for them in your hiring process to ensure alignment with your mission.

Company culture is vital for long-term success, even if it doesn't seem like an immediate risk. As The Muse grew from 12 to over 80 employees, I realized that establishing core values and ensuring alignment during hiring is essential for maintaining a strong culture. The culture screen of asking if you'd want to get a beer with someone can overlook incredible candidates who are different from you.