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How Hiring for Curiosity Cut Turnover by 35 Percent
Most hiring processes reward knowledge, but what if the trait that predicts long-term success is curiosity? In this episode, Lucas and Luna examine a financial services firm, Meridian Capital, that overhauled its interview process to prioritize curiosity over subject expertise. After 18 months, the company saw first-year turnover drop 35 percent and new hires score 20 percent higher on performance reviews. The hosts break down the specific questions Meridian used, how they measured curiosity, and why the approach works especially in fast-changing industries. They also discuss potential…
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