High-performance-teams Quote by Diane Polnow
““Don't Hire Good…Hire Great.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Hiring Advice, Diane Polnow, 2015
Great talent multiplies impact, while good talent merely maintains status quo.
In simple terms: Great hires boost results.
Prioritize excellence over adequacy.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- building high‑performing teams
- strategic hiring
- career advancement
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you identify great potential beyond resumes?
- What trade‑offs are you willing to make for top talent?
Great hires are rare and costly to find.