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“It's more important to hire people with the right qualities than with specific experience.” quote by J. Willard Marriott
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“It's more important to hire people with the right qualities than with specific experience.”

J. Willard Marriott

About This Quote

Source Business Memo: Hiring Philosophy, 1978

Hiring for qualities matters more than specific experience.

In simple terms: Qualities outweigh experience in hiring.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize character and potential.

Themes

recruitment leadership human resources culture

Mood

pragmatic analytical

Type

business human resources

When to use this quote

  • team building
  • career development
  • startup hiring
  • ment transition

Key Concepts

psychology organizational behavior talent management

Questions to Reflect On

  • What qualities are most predictive of success?
  • How to assess them fairly?
A Different Perspective

Experience can provide essential technical skills.

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