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Hiring the Best People

HBR IdeaCast

CHAPTER

Recruiting the Right Talent Scout and Understanding the Business

This chapter discusses the qualities to look for in a talent scout, emphasizing the need for genuine interest in the work people do. They share an anecdote about a recruiter struggling to connect with data scientists, highlighting the importance of empathy and understanding in specialized role recruitment. Additionally, they explore the idea of hiring someone from the business to run HR for better teamwork.

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