I Was Afraid of Running Technical Interviews… Until I Failed My First 10

Conducting interviews is terrifying: what if you misjudge their skills, miss a star candidate, or scare them away? I’ve gone from panic-inducing dread of tech interviews to genuinely enjoying them — all thanks to my first 10 spectacular “fails”. The secret? Stop interrogating. Start connecting, like on a Tinder date!

In this talk, I’ll show how to transform an interview from a stressful test into a productive dialogue, like a great first date.

You’ll discover:

• How to uncover what matters in 1 hour: not just “Can they code?” but “Could I work with them daily?”
• How to test real skills on your tasks + gently assessing personal qualities.
• How to create a trusting atmosphere where both sides open up rather than defend themselves.

Dating-app lifehacks:

• How to make a strong first impression.
• Read the subtle signals.
• Avoid toxic relationships.
• Spot a true “match” instantly.