Art of Search - Hiring Manager Series

This week on Art of Search: Hiring Manager Series, we have the privilege of speaking with Andrea Constantinides, Head of Global Talent Acquisition at Shift Technology. With over 25 years in the talent space, Andrea shares her expert insights on identifying and hiring top-tier talent. She takes us through her hiring process, emphasizing what she looks for beyond just a resume—traits like adaptability, growth mindset, and the ability to connect with others. Andrea digs deep into candidates' past experiences, from school and volunteer work to overcoming personal and professional challenges, believing these moments reveal a candidate's true integrity and potential.  Tune in to hear how Andrea seeks out candidates with diverse, well-rounded backgrounds that demonstrate resilience and grit, perfect for success in today’s ever-changing work environment.

In this week's episode of the Art of Search: Hiring Manager Series, we explore what makes a great interview question. It’s not just about asking yes/no questions or checking boxes—it’s about curiosity. Great questions invite candidates to share stories and examples, revealing their true capabilities.  We discuss how to dig deep, listen actively, and ask thoughtful follow-up questions to truly understand a candidate's journey and qualifications. Plus, we highlight the importance of strategic questioning and thorough vetting, as recruiters play a critical role in presenting the best candidates.  Tune in to learn how to ask questions that uncover the heart of what you’re looking for in your next hire!

In this episode, we’re joined by Sofia Kaufman, Chief People Officer at Point Wild, as she unpacks the challenges of hiring at speed and scale without losing sight of company culture. Growth is inevitable, but it’s the transformation that follows—especially in culture—that makes or breaks success. Sofia digs into the delicate balance between hiring for "culture fit" versus "culture add," and how hiring managers can assess whether a candidate truly aligns with both your company’s values and your goals. But it’s not just about filling roles quickly. Sofia emphasizes the critical difference between “seeing scale” and “scaling”—a skillset that needs to be assessed during interviews. She explains how to evaluate whether a candidate can actually contribute to your organization’s growth, and why you should be looking for examples of their past successes. And when a candidate seems right for the role but doesn’t quite match the culture? Sofia gets real about navigating those tough decisions. With honest conversations and strategic thinking, she shows how to avoid costly hiring missteps while still prioritizing core competencies, scalability, and cultural contributions that truly move the needle. This episode is packed with insights on hiring for growth—don’t miss it!

When you talk to a great candidate who isn't a fit for a role today, but you feel they would be a great addition to your organization, what do you do? Do you create a role for them? How do you stay in touch with them for months or even years?  In this episode, Erica Piper, Sr. Director, Executive Talent Acquisition at Capital One, answers these and other questions. She shares her approach to identifying and engaging top talent, as well as the methods she and her team use to build long-term relationships with potential future hires. Erica discusses the key leadership traits she looks for and the essential questions she asks to assess talent. She also describes the connection between talent acquisition and HR onboarding, emphasizing how the two functions work together to create a strong support structure for new hires.

If you were tasked with building a technology team from scratch in a completely unfamiliar geography, how would you ensure you’re hiring the right people? In this episode of Art of Search: Hiring Manager Series, we talk with Sravana Karnati, EVP of Global Technology Platforms, about his approach to hiring and leading in diverse geographies. Sravana shares his methodology of scaling teams rapidly while maintaining high standards, and how to build teams from scratch in an unfamiliar market. Tune in to gain valuable strategies for global hiring and leadership. Available on your favorite podcast platform or on YouTube.