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Scouting for Entrepreneurial Talent: When to Hire Generalists vs Specialists (with Jason Smith, CEO and Cofounder of Klue)
Sep 7, 2023
Jason Smith, CEO and Cofounder of Klue, discusses hiring generalists vs specialists, leveraging AI for business growth, and developing relationships with competitors. He shares his experiences as an entrepreneurial leader and provides insights on delegation, hiring, and management.
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- Building relationships with competitors can provide valuable knowledge and insights for both parties in driving progress and building a category.
- Striking a balance between hiring generalists and specialists, while seeking cognitive agility, resilience, and authenticity, ensures a successful hiring process in the early stages of a startup.
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The Importance of Reaching Out to Competitors
Despite considering competitors as enemies, reaching out to them can provide valuable knowledge and insights. Competitors have a different perspective and often possess the most knowledge in your industry. Building relationships and sharing insights can be beneficial for both parties in building a category and driving progress.
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