"Look, I do have some constructive feedback for you... I don't want the answer right then and there because it will be likely emotional and defensive. I want them to go away and stew on that topic for a couple of days, and then let's sit down and have a conversation." - Ed Roberto

In this episode, Ed and Adel talk about:

How to properly vet a startup's culture in an interview by asking questions that go beyond salary and benefits.

The key behavioral questions every leader should ask to understand a candidate's true personality under stress.

A 3-step playbook for giving difficult, constructive feedback in a way that avoids defensiveness and builds trust.

Why a serious conversation deserves 100% of your undivided attention to be valuable.

Chapters / Show Notes:

00:00 - Introduction

00:50 - How to Spot Alarming Signs in a CEO During an Interview

02:30 - Going Beyond the Paycheck: What to Ask For in an Opportunity

03:20 - Probing Questions to Uncover a Startup's True Culture

05:20 - A Manager's Role: Ask Candidates Where They Want to Be in 3 Years

06:20 - Behavioral Questions to Ask to Understand a Candidate's Character

07:20 - How to Handle Receiving Constructive Criticism

08:30 - The Playbook: How to Give Difficult Feedback Effectively

10:30 - Why a Serious Conversation Demands 100% Attention

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