In today's job market, hiring the right people has become more critical than ever. Companies can no longer afford the valuable time, money, or poor results associated with a bad hire. Taking adequate time to find the best person for the role - someone who isn't just technically capable, but also a good fit socially - is extremely important.

Check out these 7 Ted Talks that will inspire your hiring process:

1) The Future Of Work

• At TEDxKoeln, Heiko Fischer discusses the future of work, mainly what he describes as the transition from human resources to resourceful humans. Fischer explains how people are much smarter than we give them credit for and as a result, deserve the freedom and the latitude to be innovative in the workplace.

2) Hire The Hackers

• UK Journalist Misha Glenny provides some unexpected (and let's face it rash) conclusions on why big names like Facebook are providing employment to hackers, and why other companies should be following suit. 

3) What Makes Us Feel Good About Our Work?

• Useful for both employers and employees, Behavioral Economist Dan Ariely uses research findings to explain that contrary to conventional wisdom, it isn't just money that motivates us to go to work.

4) A New Kind Of Job Market

• Listen to Wingham Rowan explain his idea for a "national e-market' that is geared towards workers who want employment with flexible hours. Rowan's business model lets employers book workers for short periods of time, creating opportunities for what he calls 'microworking' and 'microvolunteering'.

5) Why The Best Hire Might Not Have The Perfect Resume

• Regina Hartley makes the argument that the job candidates who don't look great on paper, “scrappers” as she calls them, have gone through life experiences that have resulted in a growth and transformation that some scientists call post traumatic growth. As a result, “scrappers”, Hartley explains, are determined to overcome the next struggle and should not be overlooked by employers.

6) 10 Ways To Have A Better Conversation 

• Recruiting is all about conversations. In this talk, Radio Host Celeste Headlee shares thought-provoking advice to help you have more effective conversations. She just has one simple rule: Actually listen. 

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