Answers Quote by Sam Altman
“... how much time you should be spending on hiring? The answer is 0 or 25 percent.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast with Sam Altman, 2023
Hiring should consume a small, fixed portion of time, not a large, variable amount.
In simple terms: Spend little time on hiring.
Limit hiring time to a quarter of your schedule.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- startup founders
- team building
- budget planning
- project prioritization
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you ensure quality with limited hiring time?
- What tasks can be delegated to reduce hiring load?
Zero hiring time may miss quality candidates.