How to Be an Audacious Team Partner

Fidel says there are four key things to look for in an effective team. These include boldness, shared purpose, diversity and curiosity. Fidel went on to explain that thinking about teams in this way is helpful for leaders when they're looking to leverage the talent of every team member.

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We’re told to recruit superstars. A team of superstars means high performance…right?

What if we told you the opposite was true. Hiring superstars has been shown to drag team performance down. And worse, a toxic superstar costs us productivity losses equating to four full-time employees.

So, what now?

Are superstar hires the silent culture killers? And if they are, how do we attract great (good...? average..?!) talent that contirbutes to team performance and adds value to our culture.

To answer these mind-twisting questions and more, we’re joined by three very special expert guests.

Join Ryne Sherman, Chief Science Officer at Hogan, and Martin Solway and Fidel Torreiro, Co-Founders of Audax Generation, as we discuss:

What is the superstar effect?
Is it different from a toxic superstar?
What is the truth and lies of hiring superstars?
How do we manage superstars?
Should we being recruiting average instead of A+ talent?
Why is it important to shift our focus from individual to team performance?
How to we build diverse teams?
How do we protect culture as we grow?

If your entire recruitment strategy to date is based on hiring A+ talent, this episode is a must listen!

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Ryne Sherman

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rynesherman/

Website: https://www.hoganassessments.com/

Podcast: The Science of Personality Podcast

Featuring some of the world’s leading experts in personality psychology and business, this podcast explores the impact of personality on life, leadership, and organizational success.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-science-of-personality-podcast/id1517116280

Martin Solway

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-solway/

Fidel Torreiro

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fidel-torreiro-ra/

Find out more about Audax Generation and their incredible learning & development and coaching services, including team immersive experiences at:

Website: https://theaudaxgeneration.com/