Practice
Prefer spikier candidates over uniformly average ones
When choosing between a candidate rated evenly across all criteria and one rated very high on some dimensions and low on others, favor the candidate with distinct strengths, since well-rounded but unremarkable hires tend to underperform.
Prefer spikier candidates over uniformly average ones
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… went with the spikier people. We went with people with weaknesses.
Practice
Prefer spikier candidates over uniformly average ones
When choosing between a candidate rated evenly across all criteria and one rated very high on some dimensions and low on others, favor the candidate with distinct strengths, since well-rounded but unremarkable hires tend to underperform.
Context
Related Concepts14
Related Frameworks1
Transcript mentions
… went with the spikier people. We went with people with weaknesses.