In this conversation, I talk with my longtime friend and colleague, Kat Landa, Sr. Vice President of Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker to discuss the most common and dangerous mistakes that leaders make in hiring in the nonprofit sector.
We cover topics such as rushing the hiring process, not thoroughly vetting candidates, and the importance of reference checking.
We also discuss the need for clear job descriptions and the use of opportunity profiles to attract top talent.
Other key mistakes we discussed include a lack of clarity on the role and involving too many people in the hiring process.
We conclude the conversation with a discussion on the importance of effective onboarding for new hires.
Some of the key takeaways from our conversation include:
Rushing the hiring process can lead to costly mistakes and hiring the wrong person.
Thoroughly vetting candidates and conducting reference checks is essential to ensure the right fit.
Clear job descriptions and opportunity profiles attract top talent and set expectations.
Involving too many people in the hiring process can lead to inefficiency and confusion.
Proper onboarding is crucial to help new hires succeed and feel supported.