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Podcast: Selected - The Sesamers Podcast
Episode: HĂ„kon HĂžgetveit
Description: The Power of Referral-Based HiringHĂ„kon HĂžgetveit believes that referral-based hiring is the most effective recruitment strategy for modern businesses. Traditional methods, relying on cold applications, are becoming obsolete, especially in tight-knit communities like Oslo. âPeople donât apply for jobs the way they used to. They hate the forms, they hate the black-box experience,â says HĂ„kon. He emphasizes that recruiting through trusted networks leads to more reliable and successful hires, a lesson he learned firsthand from building companies. Vouch capitalizes on this, creating a platform that systematizes referrals, providing a seamless experience for employers...