How I Run Interviews

How I Run Interviews

Author: Sharran Srivatsaa January 6, 2026 Duration: 14:42

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Hiring A-players? Forget the traditional interview playbook. Learn the new way to assess talent and make smarter hiring decisions.


In today’s episode, Sharran walks us through the modern interview process he uses to hire top talent at Acquisition.com. Ditching outdated behavioral interviews, he shares a three-part method that goes beyond scripted answers and reveals how candidates actually think and work in real-life situations.


Whether you're hiring for your team or looking to enhance your interviewing skills, this episode will teach you the techniques to spot the true A-players.


“The most-cited meta-analysis of hiring is called the Schmidt and Hunter study. They found that work sample tests, essentially giving the candidates something to do with case studies and problem-solving simulations, like getting them to actually think through a situation, outperform every single traditional interview when it comes to predicting future performance.”

- Sharran Srivatsaa


Timestamps:

02:47 - Why traditional interviews are ineffective for modern roles

05:01 - The Reverse Consulting Method: Assessing how candidates think through real-world problems

07:05 - The power of asking for "bad ideas" to assess judgment and decision-making skills

09:18 - Giving candidates real project ownership to gauge their problem-solving abilities

10:31 - The importance of managing complexity and setting the right interview conditions to see candidates shine

11:36 - Recap of the three essential techniques for modern interviewing


Resources:

- The Next Billion by Sharran Srivatsaa - https://sharransrivatsaa.substack.com/

- Acquisition.com - https://www.acquisition.com/

- Board Member: ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - https://arcmf.com/

- Board Member: The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/


Connect with Sharran:

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/likesharran

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharransrivatsaa/

- X - https://x.com/sharran

- LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharran

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpl_gT1bVB1iNZl9yQbWuA?sub_confirmation=1

- Threads - https://www.threads.com/@sharransrivatsaa


There's a lot of advice out there about building a business, but much of it feels theoretical or disconnected from the messy reality of day-to-day operations. Business School with Sharran Srivatsaa exists in that gap between theory and execution. Hosted by Sharran Srivatsaa, an entrepreneur and investor who has personally built and exited five companies across different sectors, this podcast is built on a foundation of direct, tactical experience. As the President and Managing Partner at Acquisition.com, Sharran now works closely with other business owners, giving him a unique, ground-level view of the common challenges and opportunities facing founders and operators today. Each episode focuses on stripping away the fluff and noise to discuss the specific strategies, mental frameworks, and practical steps that drive real growth. You'll hear conversations that tackle everything from marketing and management to investing and operational efficiency, all aimed at providing clarity and intentionality for the journey. This isn't about generic inspiration; it's for the underdogs and builders who are focused on measurable results. The insights shared in this podcast come from the front lines, offering a perspective that is both broad from his multi-industry exits and deeply personal from his current work guiding other companies. If you're looking for actionable guidance from someone who has repeatedly navigated the path from startup to successful exit, you'll find a valuable resource here.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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