Just to share my experience. 1. We sucks at hiring, so we need to train juniors on how to hire early. 2. Programs live in the head of their creators. The code

Just to share my experience. 1. We sucks at hiring, so we need to train juniors on how to hire early. 2. Programs live in the head of their creators. The code is just a draft left for computer to execute. Build a human culture where the aspiration is discussed. 3. We don’t replace people, we hand over the responsibility. Be ready to work differently. 4. I conduct interview by asking the candidates to explain me I piece of work she is is proud of. If I understand the what, how and why, she usually pass. 5. Remember: most issues are not technical but organizational. We can train people, but we can’t change them. 6. Set high quality standards for your team. Make them proud of their work. On boarding will be easier. So, it is less about how to hire the shinning star and more about how to welcome and how to create a culture around your values. My two cents.