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I want to ask a silly question. I know there are no such things as silly questions according to some people. In any case: What happens if great companies do no
by mettamage 7y ago
I want to ask a silly question. I know there are no such things as silly questions according to some people. In any case:
What happens if great companies do not hire for humility as a trait?
Is it truly as simple as: too many unkind people get into the company?
Or could one be more cynical and say: it's easier to not have humble people negotiate tough salaries?
Or is it something completely different?
I honestly don't know and have no reference.
- lynchdt 7y agoMaybe I was a little terse in my response. Humility often comes hand in hand with a growth mindset and a real eagerness to learn. Not hiring for that limits the long term upside of the hire ie you get what you get right now.
- mettamage 7y agoIs that what humility is? I find the word so confusing (non-native English speaker). When I look at the definition of it [1], I can't see that it means a growth mindset and a real eagerness to learn. From the definition that I read, could as easily mean having a mindset of that whatever you know now is something one should be grateful for, and you don't always need to push yourself so hard. [1] : freedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble accepted the honor with humility The ordeal taught her humility.
- cargoshipit 7y agoToxic people absolutely demolish morale and productivity. The effects are strong enough that even a hint of egotistical behavior is enough to put you out of the running (for good reason).