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Douglas Parsons • Edited

Hey, thanks for the response.

You're absolutely right hiring people who contribute to a happy culture, rather than people who are simply 'happy'.

The idea isnt to force people to be something they aren't, especially in interviews. I personally feel like interviews are more to get to know someone as a human, rather than a CV, and they also are an opportunity for a candidate to learn about the company. They aren't a place to grill candidates on imaginary scenarios and make them sweat, or to force them to be someone they arent.

The point I'm ultimately trying to make though, is that the impact individuals have on a collective culture is something that needs considering as part of hiring.

I hope that all makes sense.

Thanks for the interesting discussion 😊