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Managing Director vs. Director: Key Differentiators

Board Effect

Boards usually need a key officer to execute the company’s programs, policies and initiatives, so they hire an executive director to fill this role. Part of the job requires hiring, supervising and reviewing department managers, as well as motivating staff. Managing Director vs. Director: Key Differentiators.

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Hiring Employee #1

A Smart Bear: Startups and Marketing for Geeks

Tweet. --> It’s a big decision to make your first hire, because what you’re really deciding is whether you want to keep a lifestyle business or attempt to “cross the chasm” and maybe even get rich. There’s already a lot of great advice about hiring at little startups. (Powered by LaunchBit ).

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When Security Can Become Your Business Differentiator, Everybody Wins

YoungUpstarts

Typically, the first few key hires in IT are ones that will help “keep the lights on,” deal with password lock-outs and provision and configure network services and company laptops. Hiring junior, or less experienced employees and keeping them once they are trained is a big challenge.

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10 Keys To Raising Your New Venture Funding Potential

Startup Professionals Musings

Investors want organizations that manage people talent and growth, through good hiring, performance feedback, development on the job, and building commitment. Processes must be in place to clearly define standards, differentiate performance, link to consequences, provide rewards for accountability, and provide regular follow-up.

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How to Ensure Your Startup is Hiring the Right Type of Employees

The Startup Magazine

Hiring new talent is an inevitable and critical part of starting your own business, and it’s an exciting indication that your original idea has finally found its footing— now it just needs the manpower. Unfortunately, many employers underestimate the hiring process and make the mistake of hiring the wrong kind of people.

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Hiring Freelancers: How to Master Technology in the Digital Age with These Simple Tricks

Transformify

In this article, we will explore some of the top skills for freelancers in the digital age, as well as some best practices for hiring freelancers , managing off-payroll talent, and leveraging a contingent workforce. However, hiring freelancers also comes with some challenges and risks that need to be addressed carefully.

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5 Recruiting Hacks to Help Startups Hire Top Talent

Up and Running

I’m talking differentiating yourself from other employers in a purposeful, meaningful way. I’ve got two easy research tricks you can do to find out exactly how you should be differentiating yourself to make the best impression on potential employees. Type in the position you’re hiring for, clear the location. Go to Glassdoor.

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