Step 1: The "Success Metric" Question
"If we are sitting here a year from now celebrating my first 12 months, what specific results will I have delivered to make you feel this was a 'home run' hire?" Why it works: It forces them to visualize you winning.
This is insane…
Miami Heat
2022: Heat lose in the ECF vs Boston in 7
2023: Advance to the Finals
Boston Celtics
2023: Lost in 7 to Miami in the ECF
2024: Advance to the Finals
Indiana Pacers
2024: Lost in ECF to Boston in 4
2025: Advance to the Finals
New York Knicks
2025: Lose in the ECF to Indiana in 6
2026: Reach NBA Finals
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HR: After careful consideration, we've decided not to move forward with you.
Candidate: Thank you for your interest in rejecting my application.
HR: Your profile looked good, but due to stiff competition, you were unable to proceed.
Candidate: I have reviewed your rejection and was impressed by your decision-making process and commitment to moving forward with other candidates.
HR: Although the decision may not be in your favour, we encourage you to apply for similar positions that may arise in the future.
Candidate: I have received many rejections this year. Therefore, after careful consideration, I have decided not to accept your rejection at this time.
HR: Sorry, our decision is final, and we were just providing courtesy feedback.
Candidate: I appreciate your courage in rejecting me and wish you every success in rejecting other candidates.
HR: Please don't...
Candidate: I look forward to joining the team soon.
2/ The Introduction Pivot
Situation: Standard "Tell me about yourself" loses attention in 30 sec.
System: Skip history. Give a 2-sentence focus + the specific business problem you solve best.
Why it works: Positions you as a specialist, not a generalist.
"DANDY DON"
A Tribute to Don Meredith
#DallasCowboys three-time Pro Bowl quarterback, Original Cowboy, and legendary longtime voice and folk hero of "ABC's Monday Night Football"
Born 88 years ago today
1/ I spent the last 12ish hours digging into the Philadelphia Eagles’ media cycles.
I found a recurring pattern that dates back 3 years.
Whenever Nick Sirianni’s job security is threatened, a Jalen Hurts "character hit piece" drops within 48 hours.
The receipts. 🧵👇