Recruiting top talent is one of the most critical—and challenging—tasks for leaders today. In Episode 57 of the Motivational Intelligence Podcast, host Sean Johnson shares a powerful framework to revolutionize your hiring process. This episode dives into the art of identifying candidates who possess the mindset, resilience, and adaptability needed to thrive in any organization. Listen now for more actionable insights, equipping you to: Identify candidates with the mindset needed to thrive, Build a resilient, high-performing team, and Revolutionize your hiring process. Youtube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts

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What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why traditional hiring methods fail Discover how over-reliance on résumés and first impressions can lead to costly hiring mistakes. Sean explains why self-esteem and mindset are far better predictors of success.
• The 14 essential interview questions Explore the game-changing questions designed to uncover a candidate's true potential. From assessing resilience to understanding motivations, these questions go beyond surface-level qualifications.
• How to apply these questions effectively Learn practical tips for integrating these questions into your hiring process, including how to spot red flags and identify high-potential talent.

Episode Highlights:

• The self-esteem factor: Backed by research, Sean discusses how self-esteem impacts performance and why it should be a focus in your interviews.
• Challenging the script: The importance of disrupting rehearsed responses to uncover authenticity.
• Mindset over experience: Why hiring for potential often outperforms hiring for past achievements.

Actionable Takeaways:

1. Reframe your interview strategy: Focus on uncovering mindset, resilience, and self-awareness.
2. Listen for authenticity: Look beyond rehearsed answers to identify patterns in behavior and thought.
3. Start using the 14 questions: Implement these in your next interview to see the difference they make.

Why This Matters:

Building a resilient, high-performing team starts with hiring the right people. The insights shared in this episode can help you identify candidates who will thrive under pressure, collaborate effectively, and drive growth within your organization.

Challenge Yourself to Hire Differently!

This week, take one of the 14 recruiting questions from this episode and use it in your next interview or conversation with a colleague. Reflect on the candidate's response and what it reveals about their mindset, self-awareness, and potential. Ask yourself: Did their answer demonstrate resilience or accountability?How did their body language and tone align with their words? Share your experience with us on social media using #MotivationalIntelligenceChallenge and tag us with your insights!

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• Transform their hiring process
• Build teams that thrive under pressure
• Drive long-term organizational growth

Ready to unlock the full potential of your recruiting strategy? Schedule a call today to explore how this course can meet your team’s unique needs.

Fantastic course that will enable me to be confident in recruiting the right people. – Andrea F., Past Attendee

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