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#179 CEO & Co-Founder Zapier, Wade Foster: Missouri’s Connector

Grit

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Navigating the Complexities of Hiring and Scaling

The chapter delves into the intricacies of hiring individuals for a startup, emphasizing the importance of intangible qualities over tangible experience and the challenges of evaluating candidates. It also explores the considerations involved in promoting internally versus hiring externally, highlighting the need for employees to keep up with rapid company growth. Additionally, the chapter discusses the founder's self-doubt and reflection on their leadership role, emphasizing the importance of personal connections to the company's mission and seeking wisdom from diverse sources.

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