Focus on your first 10 hires
Ensure they are the best of the best. Look for people who share the mission.
To ensure your first hires are rock stars:
- Cast a wide net. Reach out to friends, family, and alumni networks.
- Use social media wisely. It's easy to come across as spammy if you reach out to someone without taking the time to learn more about them first.
- Get personal. Introduce yourself and explain why you think the candidate would be a good fit for your team.
- Follow up. Don't just wait for candidates to come to you after sending a job listing. After you've interviewed someone, follow up and see how they're doing
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