1 Develop Your Hiring Strategy
“I wish I’d never hired Zeus. I know he’s excellent at his technical work, but he’s so difficult. He intimidates people, hurling words when he’s displeased. What a mistake.” –Statement from a dissatisfied manager
Hiring mistakes do happen—and we can avoid them. The decision to hire an employee is one of the most critical decisions a manager can make.
You, your team, and the organization will live with the long-term consequences of your hiring decision. With a little bit of planning, organization, and teamwork, you can hire right the first time.
1.1 Hire for Attitude—Hire for Cultural Fit
You’ve heard the phrase “hire for attitude.” It’s a great phrase, and it’s almost true. It’s only true if the attitude you ...
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