John Chisham

Don't Hire This Person

John Chisham

Published on: 20/04/2026

Bad hires are not random. They are predictable. In Episode 6 of the Built on Solid Rock Podcast, “Don’t Hire This Person,” Shaun and John break down why companies make bad hires and how to spot the warning signs early. Hiring is not an exact science, but it is not guesswork either. Red flags show up in clear ways. Lack of accountability, inconsistent stories, poor communication, unclear motivation, and no focus on value are all signals that a candidate may not be the right fit.

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AI Can Read Resumes. It Can’t Read People.

John Chisham

Published on: 13/04/2026

AI speeds recruiting with speed and data, but it can’t read people. Great recruiters build trust, uncover true motivation, and make better hires through real human connection.

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Death, Taxes, and Bad Hires

John Chisham

Published on: 06/04/2026

Three things are sure in life death, taxes, and bad hires. Solid Rock Recruiting can help you with one of them- making GREAT hires instead of bad ones

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People Over Placements

John Chisham

Published on: 04/03/2026

People Over Placements The Solid Rock Recruiting Philosophy In an industry obsessed with metrics, spreads, ratios, and revenue per desk, it is easy to forget something simple. Recruiting is about people. Not placements. Not inventory. Not transactions. People. Our latest Built on Solid Rock podcast episode, “People Over Placements,” dives into the philosophy that defines Solid Rock Recruiting: relationship recruiting. When you prioritize people, placements follow.

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