I don't even look at resumes anymore. I think they're…
“I don't even look at resumes anymore. I think they're misguided. I talk to them, ask them where they've been, "What's your favorite experience in a restaurant?" Where do they like to eat? Blah blah blah. All that stuff, but I can only really describe my journey with another person if I can connect with them and their passion. Otherwise, I don't care where they've worked. It doesn't matter to me. Really I have to feel it, and then I can teach them anything.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He values personal passion and connection over formal credentials when evaluating people.
In simple terms: I care more about passion than a résumé.
Key Takeaway
Focus on genuine enthusiasm when assessing talent.
Themes
hiring
values
human connection
Mood
conversational
insightful
Type
professional
motivational
When to use this quote
- recruitment
- team building
- ment
Key Concepts
empathy
authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- What questions reveal a candidate’s true passions?
- How can you balance passion with competence?
A Different Perspective
May overlook necessary technical skills or experience.