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Why You Should Hire from Unconventional Backgrounds
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore why some of the most effective hires come from outside the usual talent pool. They look at a specific case: a mid-sized tech company that deliberately recruited a philosophy PhD for a product manager role — and how that hire reshaped their product roadmap. They discuss the research on cognitive diversity, the practical challenges of assessing non-traditional candidates, and how to avoid the bias of credentialism. If you've ever wondered whether to take a chance on someone without the expected degree or industry experience, this episode offers…
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