Interviewing? Ask this question to find out if the company cares about its people

If I had one piece of advice for job seekers today, it would be this: when presented with the opportunity to ask questions in an interview, be sure to ask, What’s in your company’s HR Tech stack?

It might seem like a strange question to ask if you aren’t interviewing for a position within HR, but the tools that a company has in place to recruit and develop its employees say a lot about whether or not the company is truly invested in its people.

Get proof that the company cares about its people

I recently went through the interview process with Zugata, a company that creates performance development software, and joined the team this week. What sets Zugata apart is that it continues the conversation where most of its competition leaves off. Most companies do annual reviews or feedback cycles, but Zugata allows its clients to use data to gather meaningful peer feedback, enable coaching opportunities, and deliver personalized resources to help employees advance their skills.

It should come as no surprise that raising the ceiling for all employees has measurable benefits for any organization. However, in my recent experience interviewing with Zugata, I realized another major advantage of using a performance development tool: proof!

Companies who use Zugata are proving to candidates that they’re investing in the success each member of the org. That means that when a candidate asks about “opportunities for growth,” companies like Lyft, Gainsight, or Zugata itself have something real to point to.

Ask about this ideal HR Tech stack

You can learn a lot about a company by its “people stack.” See below for other HR Tech companies to look for to determine if your potential employer is really committed to being a great place to work.

Zugata: Zugata is performance development software that helps all employees reach their potential. Companies who use Zugata believe in that you shouldn’t look backward on performance, but rather set up employees for future success.
Greenhouse: Greenhouse creates recruiting software that ensures a seamless process on both the recruiter and candidate end. As a result, companies who use Greenhouse tend to care about the candidate experience.
Entelo: Companies invested in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace may use Entelo, which is a sourcing tool with a proprietary algorithm that lets recruiters find candidates from underrepresented groups.
Slack: Companies who use Slack as their internal communication system value a modern approach to collaboration. As an introvert, I appreciate having the opportunity to share ideas or work through problems in a place outside of a conference room.
Fond (Formerly AnyPerk): Fond allows employees to choose from a long list of perks based on what matters to them. I’ve cashed in on discounts to my local gym and theater tickets.
Betterment: A company may use Betterment for its 401(K), but this software is also a more efficient and visual way to make investments and see your returns.
Abacus: Expense reports are actually enjoyable with Abacus, making it super easy to either submit or approve your business expenses.

In today’s market, hiring managers and recruiters need to be prepared to think about the employee experience and path to success long before that person even joins the team — so make them prove it.

If there are any other HR Tech providers that you think make the list, I’d love to add it. Please make a note below!

If you’re interested in learning more about Zugata, get in touch!