Hire for Grit
Hire for Grit explores the intersections of grit, talent acquisition, and opportunity. Recruiting, as it exists today, is broken. It’s inefficient, biased, expensive, and can create a poor experience for many involved. It’s time we rethink how we hire talent. Author Raj Suchak debunks hiring myths and shares insight on how to measure grit, how to use simulations before hiring, how to hire technical talent, and how using a simple texting platform can transform recruitment. An essential book for both the company leader and the hiring manager, Hire for Grit shows the way to effectively and efficiently hire amazing people.
Early Praise
“The Hire for Grit framework puts accountability on the candidate to show their fit and passion for the role. As an employer we've learned to assess the grit of the candidate before judging the resume. GRITSEED has enabled us to shift this perspective for improved outcomes.” - Steve Davis, CEO, Tapecon
“Hire for Grit is the perfect blend of real life stories and anecdotes with the data to support the argument that Raj is making. Hiring for Grit outlines how to look for the folx with grit that can learn and grow if given the right environment and opportunity." - Stephanie Argentine, Chief People Officer, Centivo
“Today’s work environment pushes the bounds of any traditional definitions we have of jobs, so it’s no surprise that traditional hiring methods aren’t identifying the kind of talent employers need. Hiring for Grit is all about finding those gems who become invaluable contributors to an organization.” - Marnie LaVigne, PhD President & CEO, Co-Founder, Launch NY Inc.
“There is no more important ingredient for a successful organization than to be able to hire the right people. Hire for Grit enlightens us to important new ways of looking at the process and enabling us to find the best candidates. If you believe that hiring the best people is important then you need to read this.” - John Doyle, CEO, Doyle Security
