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“You want people who are self-starters.” quote by David Blum
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““You want people who are self-starters.””

David Blum

About This Quote

Source Article: Fast Company, “Hiring Self‑Starters”, 2019

Self‑motivated employees drive innovation and require less supervision, making them valuable hires.

In simple terms: Hire people who take initiative.

Key Takeaway

Look for proactive problem‑solvers.

Themes

leadership initiative productivity

Mood

optimistic practical

Type

business human resources

When to use this quote

  • team building
  • project management
  • startup growth

Key Concepts

self‑direction intrinsic motivation organizational culture

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you assess initiative in interviews?
  • What support do self‑starters need?
A Different Perspective

Self‑starters may clash with collaborative cultures.

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