In this episode of "How Many CTOs Does It Take?" podcast, hosts Scott Porad and Brad Hefta-Gaub welcome Dave Hardwick, a seasoned technical recruiter. Together, they explore the intricacies of recruiting engineering talent, the gaps between what CTOs think they want and what they actually hire, and the importance of clear job descriptions and scorecards in the hiring process. Dave shares insights on what makes a strong resume, the challenges of hiring for senior technical roles, and the significance of soft skills like resourcefulness and leverage in startup environments. This episode is a deep dive into effective recruiting strategies for engineering teams.

• 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
• 01:04 Meet Dave Hardwick: Technical Recruiter
• 01:34 The Art of Recruiting: Insights and Challenges
• 05:54 Effective Interviewing and Scorecards
• 13:08 Crafting the Perfect Resume
• 20:45 The Unassuming Engineer's Journey
• 24:16 Common Resume Mistakes
• 25:13 Hiring for Startups: Values and Flexibility
• 25:34 The Realities of Startup Life
• 30:21 Resourcefulness and Leverage in Startups
• 31:29 Intentionality in Startups
• 32:53 Evaluating Engineering Managers and Directors
• 38:08 The Executive Mindset
• 40:08 Conclusion and Contact Information

Resources:

• How Many CTOs Pod: https://howmanyctospod.com
• Scott Porad: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottporad/
• Brad Hefta-Gaub: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradheftagaub/
• Dave Hardwick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-hardwick-4596a0/

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