Attitude Quote by Herb Kelleher
“Hire for attitude, train for skill.”
About This Quote
Source Business: Zappos hiring philosophy, 1999
Prioritize mindset over expertise; train skills later.
In simple terms: Attitude matters more than skill.
Hire attitude, then teach skill.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- hiring managers
- team building
- employee onboarding
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assess attitude in interviews?
- Can skill training compensate for poor fit?
Attitude alone cannot replace essential technical competence.