Early Quote by Liz Carr
“Through more error than trial, I learnt early on as an employer what qualities I wanted and, more importantly didn't want, from a PA. I said thanks but no thanks to anyone who thought it would be rewarding, fulfilling and even humbling to 'help the handicapped.'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast on Disability Employment, 2021
Employers learn from mistakes which traits are essential and which are undesirable in personal assistants, rejecting superficial motivations.
In simple terms: Hire based on real skills, not pity.
Key Takeaway
Avoid hiring for sympathy alone.
Themes
employment
disability
leadership
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
advice
insightful
When to use this quote
- recruiting
- team building
- HR decisions
Key Concepts
qualifications
motivation
bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What core qualities do you prioritize in a PA?
- How can you assess genuine commitment?
A Different Perspective
Pity can mask incompetence and lead to poor performance.
