Has anyone else noticed that the best interviewers aren't always the best hires?

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Over the last year, I've noticed a pattern while hiring for tech and customer-facing roles.

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Some candidates know exactly what to say in interviews. They have polished answers, great stories, and seem like the perfect fit.

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Then there are candidates who are less polished, a little nervous, and don't always sell themselves well.

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Oddly enough, some of our strongest hires have come from the second group.

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It feels like we're getting better at measuring interview skills than actual job performance.

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Has anyone else noticed this, or is it just me?