The co-CEO of Aptitude 8 typically conducts the final interview and uses a prepared checklist to evaluate culture fit and job suitability. Interviews also serve to set expectations for candidates. Continuous self-education and curiosity distinguish strong candidates, especially amid easy reliance on AI-generated responses. Candidates who read and learn signal desirable traits for hiring. A memorable candidate question asked what the interviewer was reading, demonstrating curiosity and interest in the company's mindset and future. The interviewer was reading The Culture Code and rereading Traction at the time, and the question revealed insight into organizational thinking.
Generally, when someone interviews with me, it's their last interview. And generally, prior to the interview, I have a full list of what I'm looking for. I'm trying to understand culture fit and if they're the right person for the job. It's also an opportunity for me to set expectations for them. To me, educating yourself and learning constantly is what will separate any candidate.
With AI-enabled services, it's too easy to just regurgitate whatever AI is saying to you instead of thinking thoughtfully about your own career and your own way of growing up. I'm looking for curiosity in a candidate. People who show that they like to read and learn are generally the type of people we like to hire. The question that made a lasting impression
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