Sprint 2: Talent Selection and Decision Discipline

Once conversations exist, the cost shifts to decision quality. Sprint 2 installs clean filters and faster judgment.

Primary outcome

Make faster, cleaner talent decisions without emotional hires, wasted time, or second guessing.

Prerequisite

Active recruiting conversations in motion (Sprint 1 installed or equivalent).

What gets installed

The decision standard

  • Signal vs noise clarity
  • Consistent evaluation framework
  • Faster yes or no decisions

Less debate. More confidence.

STRIDES

Case-based calibration using real candidates and real decisions.

STRIDE 1

Signal vs Noise

Outcome: Leaders know who is serious and who is not.

  • Define disqualifiers
  • Spot curiosity vs intent
  • Protect time and attention

Coaching: 1.25 hours

STRIDE 2

Executive Assessment

Outcome: Consistent candidate evaluation.

  • Skill and mindset assessment
  • Fit and standards alignment
  • Clear next-step criteria

Coaching: 1.5 hours

STRIDE 3

Decision Velocity

Outcome: Faster yes or no decisions.

  • Reduce hesitation loops
  • Decision frameworks
  • Commitment and close discipline

Coaching: 1.25 hours