In this episode of Alooba’s Objective Hiring Show, Tim interviews Eveline Smet, Founder and CEO of The Growth Agency, a data-driven marketing firm with a fully remote and international team. Eveline shares her extensive experience and insights into hiring practices over her 15-year career, emphasizing the importance of assessing soft skills, cultural fit, and a growth mindset. She discusses the challenges and benefits of operating a remote-first company, particularly in hiring talent, and examines the impact of AI tools in the recruitment process. The conversation also touches on effective strategies for job seekers, the evolution of hiring processes, and the potential future role of AI in assessing candidates' soft skills and cultural fit.Show Notes:00:00 Introduction to Growth Mindset in Hiring01:10 Meet Eveline Smet: Founder and CEO of The Growth Agency02:52 The Role of a CEO in the Hiring Process05:16 Evolving Hiring Strategies and Lessons Learned08:29 Cultural Fit and Mindset in Remote Teams13:09 Challenges and Advantages of Remote Hiring19:36 Impact of AI on Hiring Practices27:27 Leveraging Networks for Job Applications28:16 Effective Direct Outreach on LinkedIn31:42 Gaining Experience as a Young Job Seeker33:50 The Importance of Personal Projects38:36 First Job Experiences and Lessons Learned42:24 AI in the Hiring Process43:39 Future of AI in Recruitment49:39 Closing Thoughts and ReflectionsVisit Our Website: https://www.alooba.com/