In this episode of Alooba’s Objective Hiring Show, Tim interviews Lina to discuss the intricacies of hiring for analytics roles, emphasizing the segmentation of different analytics skills and maturity levels within companies. The conversation covers the pros and cons of live coding tests versus take-home assignments, and innovative approaches like giving candidates a choice between the two to reduce drop-off rates. Lina also shares insights on the importance of cultural and ways of working interviews beyond just technical assessments, and how companies can benefit from structured interview training. The discussion extends to the use of AI for interview preparation and real-time feedback, advocating for AI-assisted improvements in recruitment processes.