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💡𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐓𝐨 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫💡 Anton shared some fantastic insights on Hiring Strategies for Startups vs. Established Companies. 🚀 Understanding the differences in approach can make or break your talent acquisition efforts. Anton explained how startups can leverage agility and culture while established companies focus on structured processes and scaling. 🔑 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲: Tailor your hiring strategy to your company’s stage and priorities, ensuring you attract the right talent for long-term success. Click to gain full insights 👉🏿 https://bit.ly/3XHi7xE

🚀 The driving force behind 30% of our companies exec hires shared her winning recruitment strategies with The Staffing Academy; and her insights can be game-changing—kudos Elodie Charles! ➡️ Recruiting talent can make or break a company's success. In a fast-paced environment, finding the right people can make or break a company's success. That is why we launched the Talent Club 🌟 — to connect our portfolio companies with the best talent out there. The initiative is led by Elodie, our talent digger 🔍 and is part of our operating program, made up of former entrepreneurs, C-levels, and a communication expert, and dedicated to the operational success of our companies. 🌱 She recently sat down With Adrien Moulias from The Staffing Academy to share insights into the recruitment landscape in tech, covering: - The tech bubble burst and its influence on hiring strategies 📉 - How to conduct a recruitment audit 🔍 - Tackling the diversity gap and the critical role VC funds play in addressing it - The evolving role of recruiters in venture capital 💼 Curious about how VC funds manage recruitment, the talent challenges startups face, and how Operating Partners can bridge the gap? Don't miss Elodie's conversation with Adrien, where they dive into how VCs can support your hiring efforts. 🎧 Tune in now! Fun fact: Elodie is a pilot in her spare time 🛫 Talk about reaching new heights both in and out of the office! #venturecapital #startups #talentacquisition #VC #techrecruitment

Attracting top talent to your startup can be challenging, especially when competing with larger, more established companies. To stand out, offer a compelling vision and a sense of purpose that resonates with potential hires. Many top professionals are drawn to startups because they want to work on innovative projects that have a meaningful impact. Equity compensation, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for personal and professional growth can also be strong incentives. Create a company culture that values collaboration, innovation, and autonomy to appeal to high-performing individuals. Finally, make sure your hiring process highlights the unique opportunities and growth potential your startup offers, positioning it as an exciting alternative to corporate roles. www.techsurge.com.au

Read our latest blog to discover the key differences in hiring practices between startups and big companies, and learn how to attract and retain the top talent in both settings. https://lnkd.in/etNxsV-X #TalentAcquisition #StartupCulture #CorporateHiring #BusinessStrategy

 From Rushed Recruiting to Strategic Scaling: The 'First Who, Then What' Revolution #FirstWhoThenWhat #JimCollins #StrategicHiring #StartupGrowth #TalentManagement #TeamBuilding #CompanyCulture #ScaleUpStrategy #LeadershipInsights Mark, the founder of a promising startup, was eager to scale quickly. He was about to make several quick hires to fill key positions when his mentor reminded him of Collins' "First Who, Then What" principle. Changing his approach, Mark decided to slow down the hiring process. He focused on finding the right people who aligned with the company's values and had the potential to grow with the organization, rather than just filling positions based on immediate needs. This meant turning down some seemingly qualified candidates and leaving positions open longer. But once he had the right team in place, decision-making became easier, productivity soared, and the company was able to adapt quickly to market changes. Getting the right people on board is more important than having a detailed strategy. With the right team, you can figure out the best direction together and adapt more easily to challenges.

Startup founders and operators, this is your chance to get expert insights on how to master your first full-time hires. Join us this Thursday June 20th for a deep dive into: - The current talent landscape - Creating an efficient recruiting process - Making Founding Hires and how to leverage your network to de-risk key hires - Build a Talent Brand and how key that is to attracting talent & standing out - How to pitch to talent and get them to convert at the end of the process - Where to spend your limited resources for recruiting This is your opportunity to gain insights from expert recruiters who've been through the process (to avoid expensive hiring mistakes). Secure your spot now: https://lu.ma/8qllf34c

Think hiring for skills alone is enough? Think again. The wrong hire could have you questioning your entire startup at 3 a.m. on a Wednesday 😳. Here’s a shocking fact: Startups that prioritize culture fit have a 0% failure rate! But there’s a catch—too much focus on culture fit can actually slow your growth post-IPO. Curious how to strike the perfect balance? Our latest article breaks down the shift from culture fit to cultural contribution—the key to keeping your team innovative and adaptable. 💡 Don’t let your hiring strategy hold you back. Read the full article now! #StartupHiring #CultureFit #Innovation

As tech startups embark on their scaling journey, securing top-tier talent emerges as a paramount concern. In the first instalment of our two-part series, author John Wright, Principal in Odgers Berndtson’s Executive Search Practice, explores the profound implications of hiring missteps at different stages of a startup’s evolution, drawing insights from founders, real-world examples, and data-driven analyses. https://lnkd.in/grfpiVXa

Hiring is crucial for startups. It drives innovation, competition, and success. Strategic hiring decisions are vital for startups to thrive. Check out this first of a two-part piece where we explore the cost of hiring decisions with founders from Platter PayShepherd and Carbon Upcycling Technologies A huge thank you to Ben Sharf Wesley Sessenwein and Apoorv Sinha for sharing their insights and experiences growing their teams. #StartupLife #HiringStrategies #InnovationIsKey

I wanna be in the room where it happens…that is what it is like when you are invited to hear from founders of two billion dollar Aussie companies. When Jack Zhang, the CEO of Airwallex was interviewed by Anthony Zaccaria, the Co-Founder of Linktree, the themes were talent, talent, talent. It’s a constant reminder that what we do is all about the people. Here are some of my favourite nuggets from Jack: ❓ In the beginning…do you hire a recruiter?  “For example I didn’t have a recruiter until I had 100 people. It didn’t make any sense. Such a waste of time.” ❓ What should you look for when hiring?  “Problem solvers with startup characteristics.”  “One thing hasn’t changed as we grow…raising the bar on talent.” 🔥 Retaining people “I’m super bullish on growing people. They are a better culture fit.”  “Have to think about how to retain people because the longer they work together the better they work.” 🔥 Australia vs US “If you’re a founder in Australia try to hire in SF as soon as possible and get an investor in the US.”  “It’s really helpful to have people who worked in Silicon Valley for a decade and then moved back.” One of my favourite tips for how to attract talent: 🌟 Show your passion as a founder and your commitment to grow with them. Thanks to Side Stage Ventures, Linktree and Airwallex for this great founder's event. And great to see you Rachelle Dunstan, 🔥Elaine Kwong🌶️, Ben Sze, CFA MAICD, and Mantas Aleks ✊ 🇺🇦. Want to chat about hiring? How to find talent either in Australia or in the US? Reach out, I'd love to help! Photo courtesy of 🔥Elaine Kwong🌶️ who captured a brilliant shot of the back of my head :) #Unicorns #Hiring #Talent #Startups