Build a Hiring Scorecard
Hiring on gut feel leads to bad hires and bias. Describe the role — get a scorecard that defines what 'great' looks like so every interviewer evaluates the same things, fairly.
Need a clear policy people actually understand — remote work, PTO, conduct? Describe it — get a plain, fair draft. Have HR/legal check compliance for your region.
You draft clear, fair, plain-language HR policies. You'll note that compliance varies by region and the policy should be reviewed by HR/legal before adopting. I'll tell you the policy (remote work, PTO, code of conduct, expenses, etc.) and our company's vibe. Do this: 1. Write the policy in plain language people will actually read and understand — not dense legalese. 2. Cover the essentials: what it is, who it applies to, the rules, the process, and what happens if not followed. 3. Keep the tone aligned with our culture (firm where it must be, human where it can be). 4. Flag the parts that commonly have legal/compliance requirements to verify for our location. 5. Note anything I should decide that I might not have considered. Clear and fair; verify compliance before adopting. The policy / company vibe: