In order to match a person to the design, start by…
““In order to match a person to the design, start by creating a spec sheet so that there will be a consistent set of criteria that can be applied from recruiting through performance reviews. Bridgewater’s spec sheets use the same bank of qualities as our Baseball Cards.””
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Match people to roles using clear criteria, ensuring consistency from hiring to reviews.
In simple terms: Use specs to align people with jobs.
Implement consistent criteria.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- HR
- team building
- evaluation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance criteria with flexibility?
- What criteria matter most?
Rigid specs may ignore unique potential.