Basecamp CEO Jason Fried shares his views on recruiting and HR, including Basecamp's decision to embed compensation ranges in job descriptions. In this episode you'll learn:

• Why Basecamp included comp ranges in job descriptions

• How Basecamp created a living wage $70k floor for salaries

• Advice for companies considering compensation transparency

• How they worked through 4,000 applications for 5 jobs (without machines)

• Why Basecamp is a pacifist in the "war for talent"

• How to overcome hustle & grind culture.

For more insights into Basecamp's hiring process, check out their podcast on the topic: https://rework.fm/hire-when-it-hurts/