Summary Maria Barrera, the founder and CEO of Clayful, discusses the importance of company culture, practical interviews, transparency, and communicating reasons not to join. She also shares insights on involving the team in culture building, strategies for building a diverse team, and the challenges and trends in diversity hiring. She offers advice for enhancing diversity hiring practices and building an inclusive work culture. Takeaways Practical interviews and role-playing exercises can help assess candidates' skills and fit for the role. Transparency about the challenges and expectations of working at a startup can help attract the right candidates. Involving the team in culture building and addressing their needs and concerns can create a more inclusive and engaged workforce. Building a diverse team is crucial, especially in industries like mental health where representation matters. Leaders should prioritise diversity and inclusion, embed it in the company's work, and communicate its importance throughout the organisation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Company Overview 00:38 Approaching Hiring for Company Culture 03:48 Communicating Reasons Not to Join 06:31 Involving the Team in Culture Building 09:55 Building a Diverse Team 10:14 The Importance of Diversity in Mental Health 11:48 Balancing Diversity and Hiring the Best 14:52 Communicating and Embracing Diversity and Inclusion 16:37 Advice for Enhancing Diversity Hiring and Inclusive Culture 22:02 Opportunities to Work at Clayfield Health