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The CarbonCore Methodology
Hiring mistakes are expensive. They cost time, momentum, revenue, and often require organizations to start the process over again. CarbonCore was built to help hiring teams make more informed hiring decisions by creating alignment before the search begins, providing greater visibility into candidates throughout the process, and supporting consistent evaluation through selection.
Every search follows the same five-stage methodology.
Stage One
Define Success Before Search
Before launching the search, we establish the role requirements, success criteria, and behavioral benchmark.
This creates the hiring benchmark used throughout sourcing, evaluation, and candidate selection.
A clear hiring benchmark that guides the entire search process.
- Job Description
- Job Survey
- Behavioral Benchmark
- Hiring Benchmark
Stage Two
Market Mapping & Candidate Campaign
Using the hiring benchmark established in Stage 1, we identify, engage, and qualify professionals whose experience and accomplishments align with the role requirements.
Through targeted outreach, we build a qualified candidate pool before formal evaluation begins.
A qualified candidate pool aligned to the role requirements.
Stage Three
CarbonCore Evaluation
Qualified candidates move through the CarbonCore evaluation process and are presented through the platform.
Each finalist receives a complete candidate profile that extends beyond a resume to provide deeper insight into competencies, behavioral alignment, and overall fit.
A curated finalist shortlist presented through CarbonCore.
For each finalist
- Executive Summary
- Career Highlights
- Resume
- Introductory Video
- Behavioral Assessment & Alignment Analysis
- Key Competency Assessment
- Interview Feedback Guide
Stage Four
Interview Management & Candidate Selection
Hiring teams gain access to complete candidate profiles before deciding who to interview.
CarbonCore centralizes interview scheduling, candidate progression, feedback collection, and candidate comparison within a single platform, creating greater visibility and consistency throughout the hiring process.
More informed hiring decisions supported by greater visibility into candidate fit.
- Complete Candidate Profiles
- Interview Scheduling & Tracking
- Candidate Pipeline Visibility
- Consolidated Interview Feedback
- Comparative Candidate Analysis
- Dynamic Candidate Scorecards
Stage Five
Offer & Integration
Once a finalist is selected, we support the offer process through acceptance and transition.
Our goal is to maintain alignment, reduce friction, and help secure a successful hire.
An accepted offer and successful transition into the organization.
- Offer Process Support
- Candidate Communication
- Acceptance Management
- Transition Coordination
Ready to run your next hire through the methodology?
Every search is personally led by Michelle — from kickoff through placement. Strategy calls are 30 minutes, with no obligation.