Any man, who's afraid of hiring the best ability he can…
““Any man, who's afraid of hiring the best ability he can find, is a cheat who's in a business where he doesn't belong. To me-the foulest man on earth, more contemptible than a criminal, is the employer who rejects men for being too good. That's what I've always thought and- say, what are you laughing at?””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Hiring the most capable people is essential; avoiding it makes one unfit for business.
In simple terms: Rejecting talent shows unworthiness.
Key Takeaway
Hire the best, avoid cheating.
Themes
business
ethics
leadership
talent management
Mood
critical
determined
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- recruiting
- team building
- performance reviews
Key Concepts
meritocracy
moral integrity
organizational success
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you identify top talent?
- What prevents you from hiring the best?
A Different Perspective
Talent scarcity can limit options.