PMF for Candidates
by Adam Fishman • EIR & Program Partner at Reforge
Former CPO at Imperfect Foods, VP of Product/Growth at Patreon, VP of Growth at Lyft. Expert in growth leadership and hiring.
🎙️ Episode Context
Adam Fishman discusses his comprehensive Growth Competency Model for hiring and evaluating talent, explains why onboarding is a critical retention lever rather than just conversion, and shares his 'PMF' framework for evaluating potential employers.
Problem It Solves
Joining a company that looks good on paper but has a toxic culture, no runway, or a mission you don't care about.
Framework Overview
A decision-making framework for job seekers to evaluate potential employers based on three non-negotiable pillars: People, Mission, and Financials.
📊 Evaluation Scorecard
When to Use
When evaluating a job offer or deciding between multiple companies.
Common Mistakes
Shortcuting criteria; getting dazzled by the brand but ignoring the people or financial health.
Real World Example
Adam's mistake at Imperfect Foods (Great Mission/Financials, but 'People' aspect failed due to C-suite infighting).
You should have a set of criteria that you are unapologetically rigorous around.
— Adam Fishman