Hiring (and retention) is currently so difficult that the ability to do it well is one of the major factors separating the best founders/startups from the rest

Hiring (and retention) is currently so difficult that the ability to do it well is one of the major factors separating the best founders/startups from the rest of the pack. Ideally you're extremely charismatic, resourceful, and well-connected, and your company is attractive, interesting, and promising.