Candidates Dont Like Bullsh*t Homework - The 10 Minute Talent Rant
Everyone says pay + remote are the two must-not-screw-up-if-you-want-to-hire issues in this market.
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But there\u2019s a 3rd: bullsh*t homework.
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We\u2019re looking at you, \u2018coding test before talking to anyone.\u2019 You too \u2018build me a product roadmap on a whim.\u2019
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Yes, assessing skills is crucial. But there\u2019s a time and a place for these types of exercises, which is usually later in the process. Or (gasp) never.
Jeff Smith and James Hornick will put the busy work on blast and pitch a few superior alternatives in The 10 Minute Talent Rant, "Candidates Don\u2019t Like Bullsh*t Homework\u201d