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“Steve Jobs has a saying that A players hire A players. But B players hire C players, and C players hire D players. It doesn't take long to get to F players. This trickle-down effect causes bozo explosions in companies.” quote by Guy Kawasaki
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““Steve Jobs has a saying that A players hire A players. But B players hire C players, and C players hire D players. It doesn't take long to get to F players. This trickle-down effect causes bozo explosions in companies.””

Guy Kawasaki

About This Quote

Source Interview: "The Art of Hiring" with Guy Kawasaki, 2019

Hiring similar talent leads to a cascade of lower quality hires, creating a downward spiral.

In simple terms: Hiring A players attracts B players, and so on.

Key Takeaway

Hire for excellence, not just fit.

Themes

leadership talent management organizational health culture

Mood

cautionary analytical

Type

advisory motivational

When to use this quote

  • company growth
  • startup hiring
  • performance reviews
  • team building

Key Concepts

trickle‑down effect skill dilution team dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you break the cascade?
  • What safeguards prevent talent decay?
A Different Perspective

Over‑emphasis on similarity can stifle diversity.

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