Interviewing has become a mess. Candidates are getting ghosted. Companies are asking for free labor. And everyone is feeling just a little bit weird about it. In this episode, Whitney and Catie unpack how the interview process has become both a branding opportunity and a moral minefield — for companies and candidates alike.

They share real stories from the field, call out common mistakes, and make the case that your interview process is your employer brand. Whether you're a hiring manager, HR leader, or a job seeker trying to decode a clunky interview journey, you'll walk away with practical tips and honest truths.

From panel overload to unethical take-home assignments, we're naming names (gently) and lighting the path forward. The goal? Make the process more human, more efficient, and way less cringe.

🎧 Highlights:

• Red flags in hiring processes
• How candidates should evaluate companies, too
• How to use interview assignments ethically
• Why transparency (and a timeline) matters

🔗 Resources:

• HBR: The Right Way to Use Take-Home Assignments
• Basecamp’s Hiring Process: basecamp.com/hiring

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