Interviewing isn’t about finding someone you “like.” It’s about clarity, consistency, and making decisions that hold up over time.

In this episode, we start with our usual running and Strides Staffing & Consulting updates, then dive into a step-by-step framework for interviewing candidates effectively—especially in a competitive and fast-moving market.

We cover:

• How to define the role you’re hiring for (not just the job title or the person you hope shows up)

• Why you should never wing interviews—and how to build a consistent set of questions

• The four critical areas every interview should assess: skill set, role fit, team fit, and company culture

• Why face-to-face or video interviews matter more than ever

• How to objectively assess candidate answers and avoid common hiring biases

• When to move fast in the offer stage—and how moving too slowly can cost you great talent

Just like training for an ultramarathon, strong interviewing requires preparation, pacing, and knowing when to push and when to stay disciplined.

Whether you’re a founder, hiring manager, or part of a growing leadership team, this episode will help you interview with more confidence—and make better hires.

Listen now and subscribe to The 2Talented Podcast for practical insights on hiring, careers, and the modern job market.