The True Story About Why We Need to Hire for Grit
Talent is harder to find than ever. But while businesses compete fiercely for candidates, many are overlooking a proven, high-potential source of talent: system-impacted individuals.
People whose lives have been shaped by the care system, the justice system, or unsupported neurodivergence have developed one of the most valuable traits in the modern workforce: grit. They are resilient, adaptable, and fiercely determined. Yet, traditional hiring processes and applicant tracking systems are often designed to filter them out, rather than welcome them in.
To explore this critical issue, we are thrilled to announce Hiring for Grit, a new three-part podcast series produced in partnership with MSL UK.
In Episode 1: What is grit and why does it matter now?, host Ben Read (Managing Partner, MSL UK) is joined by our very own Bridge of Hope Co-founders, James Fellowes and Chance Bleu-Montgomery.
Together, they unpack what grit really means and why it should be on every employer's radar. Drawing on the research of psychologist Dr. Angela Duckworth — which identifies grit as the single strongest predictor of career success — the conversation explores how system-impacted individuals develop extraordinary levels of resilience simply by navigating life.
James and Chance share how Bridge of Hope is helping employers rethink their approach to talent, from shifting hiring manager mindsets to dismantling the barriers that screen out high-potential candidates before they even reach the interview stage.
With practical insights on retention, loyalty, and the powerful business case for inclusive hiring, this episode makes a compelling argument for why the grittiest candidates in today's workforce are the ones most employers are currently missing.
Listen or Watch Episode 1 Now:
Stay tuned for Episode 2, where we dive deeper into the business case for grit!
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