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Talent AcquisitionTalent Acquisition
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The Startup Interview: Decoding Potential, Adaptability, and Values Alignment

The Startup Interview: Decoding Potential, Adaptability, and Values Alignment

Why traditional interviews fail early-stage companies and how to design a process that identifies truly great hires. An HR veteran’s guide.

Riyadh Daud
Riyadh Daud
Performance ManagementPerformance Management
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Sourcing Secrets for Scrappy Startups: Finding Talent When You Can't Outspend

Sourcing Secrets for Scrappy Startups: Finding Talent When You Can't Outspend

Forget "Post and Pray" An HR veteran’s guide to proactively finding great candidates by leveraging your unique SMB advantages.

Riyadh Daud
Riyadh Daud
Talent AcquisitionTalent Acquisition
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Stop Writing Boring Job Descriptions: Attract Stars by Selling the Problem, Not Just the Tasks

Stop Writing Boring Job Descriptions: Attract Stars by Selling the Problem, Not Just the Tasks

Why your job description might be repelling top talent, and how SMBs can craft JDs that truly compete. Insights from 20 years on the front lines.

Riyadh Daud
Riyadh Daud
Future of WorkFuture of Work
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Startup Comp & Equity: Beyond Market Rate - Crafting Offers That Win

Startup Comp & Equity: Beyond Market Rate - Crafting Offers That Win

How lean startups and SMBs can strategically utilize compensation, including cash, equity, and other benefits, to attract and retain the talent essential for scaling.

Riyadh Daud
Riyadh Daud
Performance ManagementPerformance Management
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Your First Employee Handbook: Moving Beyond Compliance to Clarity & Culture

Your First Employee Handbook: Moving Beyond Compliance to Clarity & Culture

Why even lean startups need a simple handbook, what really needs to be in it, and how it shapes your company from Day 1.

Riyadh Daud
Riyadh Daud
Future of WorkFuture of Work
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W2 Employee or 1099 Contractor? Getting This Wrong Could Cost Your Startup Everything

W2 Employee or 1099 Contractor? Getting This Wrong Could Cost Your Startup Everything

An HR veteran's breakdown of worker classification for startups & SMBs: understanding the risks, the tests, and how to stay compliant.

Riyadh Daud
Riyadh Daud
Talent AcquisitionTalent Acquisition
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Hire #1: The Most Important Check You'll Write (And How to Get It Right)

Hire #1: The Most Important Check You'll Write (And How to Get It Right)

A 20-year HR veteran's guide for startups & SMBs on navigating the strategic, practical, and legal steps before bringing on your first employee.

Riyadh Daud
Riyadh Daud
Future of WorkFuture of Work
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Don't Build on Sand: The HR Foundations Your Scaling Business Needs Before It Breaks

Don't Build on Sand: The HR Foundations Your Scaling Business Needs Before It Breaks

Lessons from 20 years advising startups & SMBs on the essential people infrastructure that prevents chaos and enables growth.

Riyadh Daud
Riyadh Daud
People OperationsPeople Operations
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The Startup & SMB Achilles' Heel: Fixing Retention Before Day One

The Startup & SMB Achilles' Heel: Fixing Retention Before Day One

Insights from two decades in HR on why your early engagement process is critical and likely needs attention.

Riyadh Daud
Riyadh Daud
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