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Y Combinator Startup Podcast

Don't Make These Hiring Mistakes

Jan 26, 2023
19:44

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Quick takeaways

  • Focus on essential tasks before scaling up hiring for sustainable growth.
  • Quality over quantity in hiring decisions, increasing team intelligence with each new hire.

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Startup Hiring Advice for Founders

Founders often feel pressured to hire employees, but the advice given is to not hire excessively, especially for pre-product market fit startups. Many misconceptions exist, such as thinking more hires mean more productivity or hiring specialists will lead to faster profitability. It is crucial for founders to understand the stage of their startup and focus on essential tasks before scaling up hiring to ensure sustainable growth.

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