Candidates Quote by Kurt Meyer
“That's insightful, but equally insightful is what they say afterwards. The other thing that I always point out is it's one thing to talk to the candidate. It's quite another to talk to the staff, and that's when you find out what's really going on.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Leadership Summit, 2018
Talking to candidates is easy; engaging staff reveals true dynamics.
In simple terms: Staff insight matters more than candidate talk.
Key Takeaway
Seek staff perspectives for real insight.
Themes
leadership
communication
organizational culture
Mood
analytical
inquisitive
Type
strategic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- hiring process
- team meetings
- performance reviews
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
systems thinking
feedback loops
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure staff feedback is honest?
- What mechanisms reveal hidden issues?
A Different Perspective
Staff may with biased or untruthful.
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