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Unique Employees… Outrageous Thinking…Great Business Results

Hiring Unique Employees Opens the Door to Outrageous Thinking and Better Business Results

 

 

People are the core of a business. In order to grow your business you must first hire the right people. Some might argue because we are in an advancing technological world the most critical business driver is technology. We argue that at the very core of any business, people are still the drivers of a company’s success and should remain the top priority of any business. Employee loyalty, engagement and dedication can make or break a company. Ask any award-winning top employer. They’ll credit much of their success to the spirit and dedication of their people. So, how well do you know the “people” side of your business? Focusing on the people that make up your company requires knowing what kind of employee you want to hire and then making sure you hire them. Today’s world requires “different” and “unique” personalities who aren’t afraid to take risks, maneuver through change and take charge. By hiring right, you will ensure your culture is infused with fresh ideas, unique personalities and outrageous thinking. It will benefit your business both in the short and long term.

Look for “Unique” Applicants

So what are you looking for in your applicants? Everyone needs hard workers, team players, problem solvers and people who love to learn. The list goes on and on. But in order to hire the right fit for you, consider the uniqueness of each person coming aboard. Today’s world requires fast-moving, quick-thinking and adaptable individuals who motivate those around them. Motivation is not something that can be taught, rather it is an intrinsic part of a person. Motivation must be tapped into, not forced. Finding that unique someone with internal motivation and the qualifications that fit the present and intended future job requirements is the first step in setting your company up for future success.

First, Define what “unique” traits you want people to have, then hire employees with those traits. Outrageous thinking is in…complacency is out. Once you know what unique traits you want in your new hires, start narrowing down the applicant pool. There will be a plethora of applicants that have similar types of motivation and necessary qualifications. Look for someone that will bring uniqueness to your company. The best companies don’t hire clones. They look for people who think differently, and can introduce new ideas. By hiring “unique”, you will create a progressive environment that allows peers to learn from one another, while pushing each other outside their comfort zones…ultimately raising the bar in performance.

Once hired, support your new hires as they bring up new ideas and processes sure to challenge those set in their ways. Don't let them turn into black sheep. Make the extra effort to help the team see their value and accept their uniqueness. One way to ensure their acceptance is to let the team weigh in on the interview process and later to assign a mentor to help that "unique" mindset fit into the team. People who communicate different ideas help facilitate a flow of knowledge and encourage others to think outside the box. Their unique perspective will most likely be the quickest way to grow your business.

Encourage uniqueness in all your employees and you will be positioning yourself to promote outrageous thinking; the type of thinking that keeps you on the cutting edge of your business and seen as an innovator. Hiring uniqueness will not only accelerate your success, but create a culture where employees flock to work for you because you are not the "status quo" and refreshingly different. Ask Apple, ask, Google, ask Uber…they get it.

Lorraine Grubbs is an author, speaker and business consultant working with organizations on "How to Create Happy Workplaces".  To learn more about her business go to www.lorrainegrubbs.com