How much does #workculture actually matter when you’re trying to hire? A heck of a lot. As you evaluate candidates, make sure to answer any and all questions about workplace culture with honesty and integrity.

When it comes to choosing a recruiter, it’s particularly important to keep in mind that this professional may be the first person a potential candidate meets “from your company.” Vet them as well as you’d vet a candidate for a permanent role.

Even if it’s only a sometimes or even a once-in-a-while thing, having a particular recruiter you work with every time is a smart hiring practice.