In hindsight, the biggest mistake I could have made would have been not to hire them, and it was sheer luck that made me realize it at the time.
Don't hire talent over character. At the end of the day, I can teach Javascript to almost anyone—much of compatibility is innate.
Your time in an interview is far better spent asking questions that speak to the character of your candidate.
Don't assume pedigree is the same as value; the experience at prestigious schools doesn't guarantee long-term performance or fit in a team.
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