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“... how much time you should be spending on hiring? The answer is 0 or 25 percent.” quote by Sam Altman
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“... how much time you should be spending on hiring? The answer is 0 or 25 percent.”

Sam Altman

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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.

Key Takeaway

Limit hiring time to a quarter of your schedule.

Themes

efficiency resource allocation management

Mood

pragmatic focused

Type

advice strategic

When to use this quote

  • startup founders
  • team building
  • budget planning
  • project prioritization

Key Concepts

time management human resources

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you ensure quality with limited hiring time?
  • What tasks can be delegated to reduce hiring load?
A Different Perspective

Zero hiring time may miss quality candidates.

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