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Sam Altman

06/01/17

@ Y Combinator

The hiring process changes as a company scales; founders must trust others to hire well and systematize onboarding for new employees. As you scale, it's crucial to rethink your hiring process to ensure it remains efficient and scalable, from sourcing to integrating new employees.

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From Startup to Scaleup | Sam Altman and Reid Hoffman

@ Y Combinator

From Startup to Scaleup | Sam Altman and Reid Hoffman

06/01/17

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