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Alexandra

09/18/18

@ Y Combinator

Hiring A-players is crucial; it's important to find people who are passionate about your mission, not just skilled individuals.

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Female Founders Conference - Mountain View

@ Y Combinator

Female Founders Conference - Mountain View

09/18/18

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Kathryn Minshew

03/13/14

@ Y Combinator

Building a strong team is crucial; recruit individuals who are passionate about your mission and align with their personal and professional goals.

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Vivek Ravisankar

03/30/18

@ Y Combinator

Hiring should prioritize passion for the mission and the ability to connect with the company's goals over traditional qualifications.

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Kathryn Minshew

06/20/14

@ Y Combinator

Building a strong team is essential, and understanding what motivates potential hires beyond money can help attract talent.

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Bob McGrew

05/28/25

@ Joe Lonsdale

Another important lesson is the heavy emphasis on hiring quality people, as the energy and care in hiring decisions significantly impact the team's effectiveness.

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Dr. Elizabeth Iorns

03/13/14

@ Y Combinator

Building the right team is essential; they must share your vision and care about the problem you're trying to solve.

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Glenn Kelman

06/16/17

@ Y Combinator

When recruiting board members, find people who love your mission and are aligned with the company's goals, rather than just seeking big names.

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Nikesh Arora

12/08/23

@ The Logan Bartlett Show

I believe that leaders should focus on competence and passion when hiring, as these traits are essential for success.

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Elad Gil

10/18/18

@ Y Combinator

Hiring the right people is crucial; you should either hire extremely well or fire quickly to maintain team effectiveness.

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Reid Hoffman

05/06/23

@ Greylock

Recruiting should focus on individuals who are committed to the mission of the company, not just on their role as employees.