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Pulse Episode 14: From CEO to CTO and a horror story with Arnout Van de Meulebroucke
Andreas interviews Arnout Van de Meulebroucke, CTO and founder of Phished. Phished automates cybersecurity training beyond phishing simulations with a 98.9% customer satisfaction rate. In the podcast, Arnout discusses his transition from CEO to CTO and shares a gripping company story.
Should we ditch resumes?
Do resumes provide us the right information? Or is there a better way? How useful are resumes? Which alternatives to resumes exist? How can we eliminate resumes when hiring engineers? How do resumes contribute to biased hiring decisions?
The Compassionate Shift in Tech Language
Evolving language in tech is not just about changing terms; it's about empathy, inclusiveness, and understanding the impact of our words.
CTO as a Service (CaaS) in SaaS — Is it useful for your startup?
CTO as a Service, or CaaS, offers startups the expertise of a Chief Technology Officer without the need for a full-time executive. An experienced Fractional CTO will work part-time for your startup, and this is why you could benefit of having one.
Pulse Episode 13: Jason Fried on Trust, Hiring, and Rehiring
Andreas talks with Jason Fried, founder of 37signals (Basecamp), about rehiring and trust in the workplace. They discuss the "trust battery," representing trust levels and its fluctuations. Jason emphasizes enthusiasm and fit in hiring, and they explore rehiring former employees and role dynamics.
Why you can't have it all — a reality check for hiring
Don't compromise quality when hiring developers. Explore alternate hiring strategies like freelance and part-time arrangements, consider remote work, and focus on core competencies. Remember, 'perfect' candidates might not exist, but the right one does.
Culture fit or culture add?
Which criteria you should consider when hiring technical profiles in the SaaS industry? Should you aim for culture fit or culture add? Or both?
Which Interview Questions Should We Ditch in 2024 — and What to Ask Instead?
Upgrade your interview game for 2023! Discover outdated questions to ditch and better alternatives to ask. Tailor interviews to the role, culture, and candidates' goals. Maximize insights, avoid mind games, and attract top talent. Make informed hiring decisions.