
HIGHER ADVISOR
observations on tech talent + hiring + strategy + people

Hiring
is a
Mountain
Porters, Sherpas, and Guides don't climb the mountain for you.
they do....
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take on the preparation
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Choosing the right tools
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ROUTE OPTIONS for your capabilities
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mitigate risk
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adapt to changing conditions
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Manage supplies and heavy lifting
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known stamina and work-ethic
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humble enough to step back and snap the photo of the team on the APEX
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live at basecamp and make repeat trips
A guide mindset applied
to hiring and recruitment
is the ideology behind
Higher Advisor.
build your basecamp.
make the climb.
return home safe.
Repeat.
PREP
strategy based on data. skills, market, competition,
money,
candidates,
challenges,
and
hire effectively.
acclimate
Understand
beyond
just the job.
your team.
culture.
goals.
products.
process.
expectations.
Your why.
attack
Dedicated.
Intentional.
Collaborative.
Aggressive.
Measured.
Adaptable.
Lean.
Decisive.
Higher.
Descend
Reflect on your journey. Only then can you truly assess your process and prepare for your next hire.
