Start up Superstars - PodCamp Nashville 2012

Start-up Superstars

How to Be One & How to Hire One

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Without a doubt, the #1 factor in a startup’s

success is its people.

Startups require superstars.


“A players hire A players, but B players

hire C players, because they don’t

want anyone to outshine them.”

Eileen GittinsFounder and CEO

2006 = $0 2009 = $49M+

How do you recognize Superstar A players?

Superstar A players …

… get things done.


Superstar A players…

… have high standards.



… work well with others.



… take responsibility.



… are confident and decisive.



… see the bigger picture.



… love what they do.


Superstar A players…… get things done.… have high standards.… work well with others.… take responsibility.… are confident and decisive. … see the bigger picture.… love what they do.


10 Secrets to Hiring Superstars




1.Hire people you like. Chemistry is everything.



2. Hire people who are smarter than you.



3.Hire for diversity of perspectives; it makes your company stronger.



4.Require start-up experience. It saves valuable time and money.



5.Avoid prima donnas and drama queens.



6. Require excitement about the company and its mission.



7.Be specific about targets and expectations. Write it down.



8.Include key stakeholders in hiring decisions.


9. Interview two or three times to see the real person.



10. Be generous. Give equity, recognition and praise to make up for less salary.


10 Secrets to Hiring Superstars1. Hire people you like. Chemistry is everything.2. Hire people who are smarter than you.3. Hire for diversity of perspectives; it makes your company stronger.4. Require start-up experience. It saves valuable time.5. Avoid prima donnas and drama queens.6. Require excitement about the company and the mission. 7. Be specific about expectations. Write things down.8. Include key stakeholders in hiring decisions. 9. Interview two or three times to see the real person.10. Be generous. Give equity, recognition and praise to make up for

less salary.



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