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The Hidden Risk in Hiring Only for Experience

In moments of urgency—when a role has been open too long, a team is stretched thin, or pressure is mounting—hiring decisions tend to narrow. You might look for familiar paths and prioritize speed and certainty, which typically means you zoom in on credentials. Has the candidate held a role like this before? How many years of experience does she have? Does he have the right degree? The often-overlooked problem with this approach? You might decipher their past experience, but you miss the qualities that determine whether a leader has the capacity to grow, adapt, and succeed today. A resume can Read more.