Posts Tagged ‘lack of urgency’

Far too frequently you encounter people who are unskilled, demotivated, and would rather be “anywhere else” than working. But some companies know how to avoid hiring these types. Starbucks® is an excellent example of this. They truly to get it right when it comes to hiring people who actually take pride in their work and are willing to go the extra mile.

Listen to find out how the Starbucks® team in Valdosta, Georgia came to my aid at a time when I needed them most. More importantly, ask yourself if you are doing everything you can to attract and retain these type of employees in your organization.

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So you think you should hire someone who is detailed oriented? You may want to think again. Sure, in some jobs, it is essential that you hire someone who can “dot the Is and cross the Ts”, but beware of what lurks below the surface of most detailed oriented people. In this episode I teach you exactly what it is that you give up when hiring someone who is “detail oriented’ and why you need to be aware of this often overlooked personality trait.

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