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Why Some Hiring Managers Hire B and C Players
Business Resources One
In this episode of the Business Resources One podcast, Mike Voories explores the reasons why some hiring managers consistently opt for B and C players over A players. He discusses the characteristics of A, B, and C players, the psychological factors influencing hiring decisions, and the consequences of these choices on team performance and organizational culture. Voories emphasizes the importance of effective interviewing skills, aligning incentives, and expanding hiring managers' understanding of top talent to foster a culture of accountability and innovation.
Takeaways:
- A players are top performers who drive innovation.
- B players are solid but lack ambition.
- C players struggle with engagement and output.
- Insecurity in hiring managers leads to poor hiring choices.
- Comfort with the status quo can hinder team improvement.
- Lack of interviewing skills results in hiring mistakes.
- Misaligned incentives can compromise hiring quality.
- Hiring managers may not know what an A player looks like.
- Training and coaching hiring managers is essential.
- A team of A players transforms organizational culture.
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