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My First Million

My First Million

The best business ideas come from noticing what's working and doing it better, faster, or for a different audience.

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Identify genuinely intelligent candidates during interviews

Hiring managers and executives recruiting for leadership or complex roles

Per interview cycle (2-4 weeks)

What Success Looks Like

Hiring candidates who demonstrate high learning velocity and can bridge skill gaps quickly

Steps to Execute

1

Evaluate quality of questions they ask about your business

2

Present real business problems for them to deconstruct

3

Listen for frameworks and experiences you weren't aware of

4

Test coachability with feedback and iteration exercises

5

Look for research depth and connecting complex concepts

Checklist

Questions go beyond generic interview topics
They demonstrate research into your specific business
Problem-solving approach shows structured thinking
They can articulate their thought process clearly
They incorporate feedback and improve quickly

Inputs Needed

  • Real business problems to present
  • Company information publicly available
  • Structured interview process
  • Multiple interviewers for different perspectives

Outputs

  • Candidates who can learn and adapt quickly
  • Team members who bridge skill gaps fast
  • Leaders who bring new frameworks and approaches

Example

Candidate asks: 'I noticed your media brand and advisory practice - what's revenue retention like and what other vehicles have you considered?' Shows research, strategic thinking, and business acumen beyond typical questions.