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Hire for Values, Not for Sameness

September 16, 2026 by Alan Feirer

“Hire for attitude, train for skills” can be useful advice, but only up to a point. A person still needs the baseline knowledge and ability required for the role. You would not place someone in a specialized position simply because they are likable and enthusiastic. At the same time, a candidate who checks every technical … Read more

Do the Teamwork Before the Team is Under Pressure

September 1, 2026September 1, 2026 by Alan Feirer

I’ve seen plenty of teams work together reasonably well when the workload is manageable and nothing especially difficult is at stake. The real test comes when a major account arrives, the workload spikes, a leadership transition begins, or a conflict that has simmered for months becomes impossible to ignore. That is often when I hear … Read more