Hiring Manager Probs

Unpopular opinion- I think people try too hard not to burn bridges. I agree it's important to try and maintain friendly relationships, but it's also important to consider how you're being … more

In your opinion, what's the best way to determine the "right" people to please at work? Ideally we all do our best for everyone, but we know that's not always possible.

Have you ever had to layoff your team? What were the circumstances and how did you feel about it? I'm worried I'll have to lay off a few employees soon, and I really don't want to do it.

Do you have preference for hiring externally or internally? What are the pros and cons of each for you? I find that external hires have a fresh mindset but require more training.

Is it desperate to send a follow-up email to a recruiter twice in a week? I just can’t seem to get my mind off the final interview I had

What’s something you do that you'd say is different from other companies in the candidate experience? We started sending out ‘thank you’ emails after interviews, and it's been a huge game-chan… more

I feel like this job can get really annoying after a point. Like, I for instance don't want to talk anymore when I go home or see people and turn my social brain on.. and it's affecting my mar… more

I'm trying to be zen when I get pressure from leadership to deliver results fast, but sometimes it really crushes me. I truly enjoy my job, and a huge part of it is ensuring a fair and positive ex… more

I get that good talent goes quickly, but one of my biggest challenges is investing significant time and effort into the interview process, only to have top candidates accept other offers at the last m… more

How often do you reach out to network on linkedin? Can you drop an example of your message and how you connect? Looking to get better at networking :)

Why do you all go on leave without letting the candidate if they have been accepted or not ? The wait is killing me … after third stage!

With the job market being so tough, how would you recommend job seekers stand out when applying for a job? What can they do to make it through to that first interview? Do you recommend reaching out t… more

What are some ways to elevate your ability as a people manager? Do you take any courses or read any books? I find that I learn best from practice, but am looking for other ways to up level

Fellow HMs, how often would you say the impetus for hiring a candidate is you? I've worked with several companies, and in every other company but the one I'm currently in, I've had seniori… more

What do you wear for work? I got told recently by my new manager that I need to decide on a more 'serious attire' and when I asked for more details on what they meant, they asked me to figure … more

I recently applied for a job that matched my qualifications. After nearly a month without any updates, I noticed the company reposted the same position--this time, with the same responsibilities but a… more

I just had a final stage interview and it was based on where I live, background, my strengths and weaknesses. Should I be worried? I’m not sure I answered those questions well

In your opinion, how do you determine when your direct report is ready to get promoted/ advance in their role? What signs do you look for? Do you rely on your DR to tell you about their desire to move… more

How do you create connection/trust with your direct reports while maintaining professionalism as their manager? I want to have a strong relationship without crossing any lines. How do you navigate thi… more

What has been the biggest takeaway in your career as a people manager? How would you set a new people manager up for success? Anything that a mentor has shared and really stuck with you?

How do you all deal with holidays when hiring? Do you let the candidate they have been accepted before ou go on leave or you wait till you return from your leave?

How do you feel if you're applying for a job, and you have a former coworker working there that wasn't a fan of you. Does it deter you from applying? Do you think it will have a large negative… more

I was laid off once before, and not a single coworker reached out. Not even the ones I considered my close friends. My manager did not reach out either. Is this normal behavior? Curious what your expe… more

Do you ever let things like this affect your hiring decisions? I was interviewing a candidate today and one, she didn't have a background and she had a huge mirror behind her so I could see a lot … more

Do you believe you can be friends with coworkers? And to what extent? I've heard that coworkers can never be friends but I like to think that's not true ( not sure if I'm just being naive)… more

How has the morale been at your company/ team recently? With the economy and news of mass layoffs everywhere, it's been quite grim at my workplace.

What does it even mean to hire for a culture fit? Senior leadership has been pushing this narrative that we need to be hiring people who fit in with our company’s culture, but I’ve been working here f… more

Sometimes I just want to put my foot down and tell leadership that I need them to trust my gut instinct and not theirs. We lost a lot of potentially amazing candidates because other companies took les… more

Do you have any 'friends' at work? When I look around sitting in my office, I see no one I could call for any help, no one that would root for my success, no one that I could go out for lunch … more

I know we’ve been burned in the past, but my VP’s hesitation is costing us. Last month, I interviewed an amazing candidate. I went through three rounds of interviews and a four hour cultural interview… more

Have you ever been in the position where your manager tells you that you're underperforming, but you genuinely don't understand what they want? It feels like a communication barrier but you… more

How often do you have meetings in a day? I've worked in several companies, but this is the first company I'm having to deal with 4 meetings a week... to say the same things over and over again… more

How are you helping your team manage workload? For example, there's one person on my team who is in charge of making sure certain communications are pushed out. The team that provides her with th… more

With layoffs happening everywhere, have you been asked to provide a list of your direct reports and rank them in order ? Do you typically get a say in which employee from your team gets to go?

How do you put sense into leadership? They want efficient and 'affordable' hires. Every time I tell them efficiency usually comes with a certain level of experience, and that in turn doesn'… more

Bold & Energetic: Smart. Ambitious. Impact-oriented. Sound like you?
We’re building something big and looking for talented minds to help drive it forward. If you’re passionate, fast-moving, and wan… more

My team has been understaffed for months, and if I don’t hire some more help soon, I’m afraid people will start quitting. The problem? Corporate red tape and excuses about budgeting. I have spent god … more

Every day at about this time of day, the work frenzy is slightly calmer, and I'm busy fighting sleep. Literally same time every day - 2:30 PM. What could it be? Coffee isn't helping, and I try… more