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Ben Silbermann

04/07/17

@ Y Combinator

Great candidates are attracted to challenging problems, so it's important to be transparent about the difficulties they will face in the role.

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Hiring and Culture with Patrick and John Collison and Ben Silbermann (HtSaS 2014: 11)

@ Y Combinator

Hiring and Culture with Patrick and John Collison and Ben Silbermann (HtSaS 2014: 11)

04/07/17

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Ben Silbermann

04/07/17

@ Y Combinator

As companies grow, it's essential to maintain transparency about risks and challenges to attract the right talent.

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Ben Silbermann

04/07/17

@ Y Combinator

When recruiting, it's beneficial to be upfront about the hard aspects of the job while highlighting the amazing opportunities it presents.

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Ben Silbermann

04/07/17

@ Y Combinator

Google's difficult interview questions attract candidates who enjoy solving tough problems, which is a strategy worth emulating.

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Jared Friedman

09/20/19

@ Y Combinator

Hard-tech companies often have an easier time recruiting talent because ambitious individuals are attracted to innovative and challenging ideas.

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Michael Seibel

02/24/23

@ Y Combinator

Good startup employees want honesty and transparency about the company's situation. They understand the challenges and want to know how they can contribute to improving outcomes.

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Harj Taggar

09/26/18

@ Y Combinator

It's important to consider the candidate experience during interviews, as a positive experience increases the likelihood of accepting an offer and improves performance.

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Matthew Prince

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

Good engineers are drawn to challenging technical problems, and we've successfully tackled many of these challenges.

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Ammon Bartram

05/18/17

@ Y Combinator

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

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Y Combinator Cast

05/20/22

@ Y Combinator

Founders often find it challenging to hire because they have high standards for candidates, which can make the process feel daunting.