The Myth of the Perfect Candidate

Today Kelli and Nolan tackle a real-world HR career challenge: a candidate who received feedback that while they could handle their current role, the hiring manager was unsure about their ability to scale with company growth.Drawing from their extensive backgrounds in recruiting and HR leadership, they help listeners navigate everything from interview feedback to career growth, offering insider perspectives that challenge traditional HR thinking and empower professionals to take control of their career narrative.*Email us your questions or topics for Kelli & Nolan: [email protected] coaching and advising inquire at https://kellidragovich.com/HR Heretics is a podcast from Turpentine.—📰 Be notified early when Turpentine's drops new publication: https://www.turpentine.co/exclusiveaccessSupport HR Heretics Sponsor:Metaview is the AI assistant for interviewing. Metaview completely removes the need for recruiters and hiring managers to take notes during interviews—because their AI is designed to take world-class interview notes for you. Team builders at companies like Brex, Hellofresh, and Quora say Metaview has changed the game—see the magic for yourself: https://www.metaview.ai/hereticsKEEP UP WITH NOLAN, + KELLI ON LINKEDINNolan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nolan-church/Kelli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellidragovich/—TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) Intro (01:00) Dear Heretics Question - Scaling HR (02:45) Understanding Hiring Manager Requirements (04:24) Focus on Aptitude and Mindset (04:58) Recruiters' Current Challenges (06:13) Anticipate Feedback and Be Proactive (07:00) Highlight Strengths and Address Gaps (07:35) Proactive Preparation for Interviews (08:22) "Show Up With A Solution" (08:40) Sponsor: Metaview (09:52) Value of HRBP Experience (10:47) Don't Underestimate Your Experience (11:02) Narrative is Key (11:25) HR and Sales Parallels (11:46) Focus on Personal Narrative (12:13) Gain Experience Inside Your Company (13:36) Turn Feedback into Growth (14:05) Architect Your Own Experience (14:18) Wrap This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hrheretics.substack.com