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Square Peg Founder Stories
SPECIAL EPISODE: Talent Attracts Talent
Jul 27, 2021
This special episode of the podcast explores the challenges of building a talent engine for startups. The importance of culture in scaling a company is highlighted, along with the role of hiring the right people. The impact of culture and hiring strategy in scaling a company is discussed, as well as the importance of a talent function. The hosts also emphasize the importance of hiring brilliant people and setting goals for them.
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- Hiring based on values fit is essential to avoid damaging the company culture and attract top talent.
- Prioritizing values fit, potential, and skills in hiring decisions is essential for building a successful team and ensuring long-term outcomes.
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The Challenge of Building a Talent Engine
Building a talent engine is consistently ranked as the most challenging aspect for startup founders across industries and stages of growth. It is crucial to have strong processes and systems in place for hiring, onboarding, and performance management. Failure to establish these foundations can lead to a collapse of the organization as it scales. Hiring based on values fit is essential to avoid damaging the company culture. Culture and values play a vital role in attracting and retaining top talent.
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