The 37% rule can be used to improve the efficiency of the hiring process by applying it to the interview process. If an employer is interviewing 100 applicants, they should spend the first 37% of interviews familiarizing themselves with the talent pool and identifying the best qualities. After this point, they should hire the next applicant who appears to be the best so far. This approach gives the company a 37% chance of hiring the best candidate. The odds of success increase with fewer applicants.
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