<p>In this episode of <em>Hire Learning</em>, host Oz Rashid sits down with <strong>Andrew Tidwell</strong>, Chief Human Resources Officer at <strong>Wineshipping</strong>, to discuss what it takes to build high-performing teams. </p><br><p>Andrew shares his unique hiring philosophy — prioritizing <strong>culture fit</strong> over experience — and why that approach is crucial for long-term success.</p><p>From unforgettable interview moments to insights on improving the <strong>candidate experience</strong>, Andrew reveals what companies often get wrong when attracting top talent. He also introduces his powerful team-building framework — <strong>I SOAR</strong> — and explains how fostering <strong>interdependence</strong>, <strong>shared purpose</strong>, and <strong>risk-taking</strong> can unlock true team potential.</p><br><p>💬 <strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p><p>✅ Why hiring for <strong>culture fit</strong> matters more than experience (15:32)</p><p>✅ The unexpected power of asking candidates, <em>"What would you rather be doing right now?"</em> (22:10)</p><p>✅ How to spot red flags — and avoid hiring the wrong people (30:45)</p><p>✅ Why your <strong>onboarding experience</strong> can make or break employee retention (41:15)</p><p>✅ Andrew’s unforgettable interview story — and the shocking answer he once received about <strong>collective bargaining</strong> (7:40)</p><br><p>Don't miss Andrew's candid advice for HR leaders and founders navigating today’s competitive talent landscape.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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