Chris Gold - Head of Accounting - Aterian

Summary

In this conversation, Chris Gold shares his insights on the interview process and how he looks for candidates. He mentions that his interviews are informal and more like a coffee catch-up. He doesn't follow any specific interview method but prepares a flow of questions. 

Chris looks out for red flags in video interviews such as distractions and lack of preparation. He values candidates who ask questions about the role and company culture. Chris believes that references are not reliable and relies on the interview process to assess candidates. He also discusses the importance of culture fit and the role of team members in the interview process.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Interview Method
02:31 The Importance of Asking Questions
05:22 Assessing Culture Fit
06:21 Understanding Company Culture
08:37 The Role of References
11:02 Challenges of Salary Negotiations