Why 'Diary of a CEO' Host Steven Bartlett Hired Someone With Zero Experience

CEO Steven Bartlett hired a woman with zero experience because a tiny detail meant everything

Given today's shaky economy, things are tough for young job-seekers. The unemployment rate for those aged 16 to 24 climbed to 10.5% at the end of 2025, the highest it's been in four years.There are many reasons getting a gig is tough for younger people right now: AI is eating up many junior-level jobs, tariffs have slowed U.S. manufacturing, and people are clinging to their current roles, creating fewer opportunities.Although there's no surefire…

Why 'Diary of a CEO' Host Steven Bartlett Hired Someone With Zero Experience

The podcast host makes the case for a "personality hire."

Why 'The Diary Of A CEO' Podcast Host Steven Bartlett Says 'Culture Fit And Character' Matter More Than Experience In Hiring

Entrepreneur Steven Bartlett says one of the most important lessons he has learned as a leader came not from a resume filled with credentials but from a moment many employers may overlook entirely. According to a recent Fortune article, Bartlett, founder and host of “The Diary of a CEO” podcast, hired a candidate whose CV was just two lines long and listed virtually no formal experience. What ultimately set the applicant apart was not her backgr…