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Here's the paradox of hiring smart people:
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You want their skills but you don’t let them use them.
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I see this all the time.
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Companies bring in skilled people from outside to help us grow and improve.
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They hire them because they have special knowledge and experience that can make a big difference.
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But then, they don’t let them use their skills.
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And these people get frustrated and leave at some point.
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What an irony it is.
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Deep down, here’s why this happens:
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​Fear of change (and losing): ​
↳ Some leaders are worried that new ideas will eventually bring problems. It stops them from taking action.
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​Resistance from the existing team:
↳ Current employees feel threatened by new ideas. They worry that changes could disrupt or take away their jobs.
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​Not trusting new hires: ​
↳ Even though you bring in experts, you might not fully trust them to make important decisions.
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The culture rejects them:​
↳ No matter how great they are, the current norms and behaviors don't allow them to shine and lead.
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Here's what to do differently:
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​Empower and trust new hires:
↳ Let them take charge of their projects. They feel valued and empowered when you trust them to use their ideas.
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​Encourage real collaboration:
↳ Create a culture where everyone, new and old, can share openly their thoughts. Break down barriers.
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​Protect them vs Fight them: ​
↳ You hired them. Show others that they are here to challenge the current thinking and drive innovation.
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​Celebrate risks: ​
↳ They bring new ideas that are worth considering. Allow them to test them and fail if necessary. Setbacks are fine.
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My invitation...
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Stop hiring smart people just to hold them back.
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Hire them only when you're ready to be challenged.
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P.S. The biggest wins are the result of the biggest bets.
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What's your view?

Andrea Petrone

CEO Whisperer | Top 2% Executive Coach and Speaker in the UK | Founder of WCL.

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