Startups face challenges in hiring top talent amid limited funds, leading to potential compromises. However, bad hires can result in greater costs and setbacks. Ensuring new hires are not only experienced but also possess good character is vital. The founding CEO at VMware insisted on recruiting seasoned industry veterans who could positively influence the company culture. These early hires contributed significantly to the company's success by mentoring new team members and fostering effective communication, crucial for growth and execution during pivotal stages.
Not compromising on who you hire can be a struggle at a startup when you have limited funds, and top talent may be skeptical about joining your fledgling company.
Our founding CEO Diane Greene would not let me bring on new team members until I had hired a minimum of twenty seasoned industry veterans who were also not jerks.
I learned that our first amazing hires ensured our company's long-term success. This move was the epitome of hiring with a vision for the company that we wanted to be.
They knew how to mentor junior team members, how to make decisions, and, most importantly, they were great communicators, which is critical for any rapidly growing business.
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