In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Neha Naik about the need for the hiring process to be more human-centric and how it can lead to the successful scaling of businesses.. They talk about the importance of considering the time and emotions of job seekers, and how companies should make decisions efficiently and avoid ghosting candidates. Neha emphasises the need for transparency, timely feedback, and closure for candidates, whilst Judith raises the challenge of managing a large number of applicants and how to respond to them effectively. They discuss how hiring teams can humanise the onboarding process by tracking data, conducting anonymous surveys, and being transparent with employees. In this conversation Neha and Judith discuss tips for human-centric hiring, emphasising the importance of treating candidates well and providing timely feedback. They also highlight the potential consequences of mistreating candidates and the need for compassion in the hiring process. Neha Naik is the Founder and CEO of RecruitGyan. A boutique recruiting agency that specialises in helping hyper growth tech startups build and keep a first-rate team. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see.  Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders.  Judith's websites:  The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com The Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.