Part 1: Hiring Right: Matching Culture to Success w/ Wiehahn De Jager

In this conversation, Lindy Taylor and Wiehahn De Jager discuss the critical role of soft skills in hiring, the importance of company culture, and the impact of AI on recruitment processes. Wiehahn shares insights from his experience at CrossBoundary, emphasising the need for clarity in communication and the significance of understanding candidates' motivations. They explore trends in the climate change sector and how organisations can adapt to attract and retain top talent.

Takeaways

• Soft skills are essential for career advancement.
• A positive relationship with feedback is crucial.
• Being comfortable with ambiguity is a valuable skill.
• Understanding when to influence versus when to execute is key.
• Company culture should be clearly defined and communicated.
• AI can enhance recruitment but requires careful implementation.
• Recruitment metrics should focus on outcomes, not just inputs.
• Assessing past behaviours is more informative than hypothetical questions.
• Understanding candidates' motivations is vital for retention.
• Diversity in hiring leads to better organisational outcomes.

Titles

• Unlocking the Power of Soft Skills in Hiring
• Building a Culture of Success at CrossBoundary

Sound Bites

• "We have a very clear culture."
• "Ask them what they've done."
• "You can't step in the same river twice."

Chapters

00:00: The Importance of Soft Skills in Hiring

04:33: Understanding CrossBoundary and Its Impact

10:44: The Journey into Talent Acquisition

16:39: Navigating AI in Recruitment

28:33: Measuring Recruitment Success with KPIs