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Mathilde Collin

10/25/18

@ Y Combinator

It's essential to be disciplined about hiring; I prioritize finding candidates who align with our values, even if it means waiting longer to fill a position.

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After PMF: People, Customers, Sales by Mathilde Collin

@ Y Combinator

After PMF: People, Customers, Sales by Mathilde Collin

10/25/18

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Sam Altman

03/18/17

@ Y Combinator

Hiring should be your top priority when necessary, and you must be prepared for a lengthy recruitment process to attract the best talent, as they often have many options.

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Keith Rabois

04/20/17

@ Y Combinator

When hiring, prioritize finding the best talent and providing them with the necessary tools to succeed, rather than focusing solely on cost-cutting measures.

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Geoff Ralston

12/15/20

@ Y Combinator

Startups should prioritize finding the right team members, as this is crucial for long-term success, even if it means taking more time in the hiring process.

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Reid Hoffman

06/01/17

@ Y Combinator

In scaling organizations, it's essential to focus on values first, aptitude second, and skills third when hiring, as many recruiters reverse this order.

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Patrick Collison

11/05/15

@ Greylock

Investing in people who might take a long time to hire is crucial when you're early in a company's history.

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Danae Ringelmann

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

You need to operationalize and reinforce your values and behaviors by screening for them in your hiring process to ensure alignment with your mission.

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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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Joe Gebbia

06/07/17

@ Y Combinator

We emphasize hiring people who align with our mission rather than those motivated solely by financial gain or personal challenges.

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Harj Taggar

09/26/18

@ Y Combinator

If you're struggling to source candidates, be less aggressive in screening them out early in the process to increase your chances of finding qualified applicants.