Believe Quote by Eric Yuan
“If we're interviewing someone and they really care about having a certain title, I usually think, 'Let's hire someone else.' You want someone who will say, 'I truly believe in the company's future. I want to own part of this company. I believe I can grow its value.'”
About This Quote
Prioritize hiring people motivated by company growth over title seekers.
In simple terms: Hire for passion, not titles.
Key Takeaway
Seek candidates who want to own outcomes.
Themes
leadership
motivation
company culture
Mood
thoughtful
strategic
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- recruitment
- team building
- performance reviews
Key Concepts
ownership
intrinsic drive
Questions to Reflect On
- What signals show genuine commitment?
- How to balance ambition with humility?
A Different Perspective
Title-driven employees may still be valuable.
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