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Red Flags & Green Lights: What to Look Out for During the Hiring Process

Red Flags & Green Lights: What to Look Out for During the Hiring Process

Update: 2025-08-28
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In this episode of the Prime Partners podcast, Oksana Vlasenko, Vice President at Recruit4Business, discuss the critical aspects of hiring in the home service industry. They explore the challenges of finding skilled labor, the importance of recognizing red flags in candidates, and the traits that indicate a strong fit for a company. Oksana shares insights on the hiring process, including the significance of assessments, interviews, and onboarding. The conversation emphasizes the need for a structured approach to hiring while balancing speed and thoroughness to ensure the right candidates are selected.


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  • 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
  • 04:04 Overview of the Recruiting Landscape
  • 06:36 Emerging Trends in Skilled Trades
  • 09:04 Identifying Red Flags in Candidates
  • 13:54 Assessing Candidates During Interviews
  • 15:47 Red Flags in Assessments and References
  • 18:42 Addressing Red Flags with Candidates
  • 20:33 Common Mistakes in the Hiring Process
  • 25:45 Importance of Onboarding Process
  • 31:42 Identifying A Players vs. Worker Bees
  • 37:31 Balancing Speed and Thoroughness in Hiring
  • 41:29 Recruit for Business Overview and Best Practices
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Red Flags & Green Lights: What to Look Out for During the Hiring Process

Red Flags & Green Lights: What to Look Out for During the Hiring Process

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