What advice do you have for folks around attracting the right talent? What do you look for when you're looking for that right person to join your team?

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Program Manager in Software6 years ago

Apart from the obvious things like the required skills for the job and finding out someway(using tools or proven methods) that the person being interviewed is a right fit for the job, it is important to understand the motivation behind applying for the job. A motivated employee has a greater probability of being more successful in the job even if he has some deficits in terms of skills. If you are looking at a managerial position sometimes hiring a generalist is better than a specialist who has come up from the ranks in the same domain, or have a combination of generalists and specialists to get the best of both worlds. For a Technical position, again be open to experiment rather than going with the popular and easy choice. My experience whenever I made a decision on gut it has worked. If the chemistry works during the interview, it is more likely to work during work. Best of luck.

Chief Security Officer in Software6 years ago

Look for culture fit and potential. Figure out how they think and what their values are. If these align with your current org you have a winner.

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Divisional CIO in Software6 years ago

Look beyond paper credentials

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CIO in Healthcare and Biotech6 years ago

Soft skills are high on my must list

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CTO in Software6 years ago

Communication skills are a must. A good grasp of the business domain and an inquisitive nature

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