Mock Interview with Shawn McGrath
Molly Rocket
Why leaders watch it
Shows an interview format that is less adversarial and surfaces real skill, offering an alternative to standard hiring practice.
A live mock programmer interview in which Casey Muratori interviews game developer Shawn McGrath using a less confrontational format devised by Chris Hecker. It gets deep into technical details while showing how the candidate actually thinks and works.
Takeaways
- Make interviews collaborative
- Probe depth, not trivia
- Reduce stress to see real ability
Topics: Hiring & talent
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