How to Find Top Talent to Hire

A great perspective:

Great people find jobs without ever going through the hiring market. Anyone you can find there is, by definition, average. (Top talent is usually brought in through direct referrals from colleagues, managers, mentors, or even fans.)

So where do you find these people?

1. Professional circles and communities
2. Offer internships early, evaluate them during the internship, and poach them before they ever hit the job market
3. Build community connections around your company and employees, such as a public blog, to attract attention

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