This document discusses best practices for mitigating the risks of a bad hire. It outlines the costs of a bad hire, including lost productivity, turnover, and customers. It then discusses the importance of employment branding, having a thorough selection process including evaluating fit, conducting legal interviews, and using tools like rating grids to reduce bias. The document also recommends using behavioral interviews, checking references, providing onboarding support over the first year, and early performance reviews to evaluate new hires.