"Duolingo makes it a practice to evaluate candidates from the minute they step into a taxi cab - even if they aren't aware that they are under scrutiny. The CEO pays taxi drivers to determine whether candidates deserve to be hired, judging by their behavior in the car."
"Our belief is if they're going to be mean to the driver, they're probably going to be mean to other people, particularly people under them."
"There was just one problem. It turned out that the person was 'pretty mean to their driver from the airport to the office,' von Ahn disclosed. 'And that made us not hire them.'"
Duolingo employs a unique hiring practice where candidates are evaluated from the moment they enter a taxi. CEO Luis von Ahn pays taxi drivers to assess candidates' behavior. A notable instance involved a candidate with a strong resume who was not hired due to being rude to their driver. This practice reflects the company's belief that how candidates treat others indicates their potential behavior in the workplace. As Duolingo focuses on AI advancements, hiring the right individuals becomes increasingly critical.
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