Mastering the Art of Hiring with Pete Clarke and Paula Judge of Accel
Update: 2023-07-05
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In the world of hiring, it's no secret that finding the right match can be as challenging.. attracting and retaining top talent requires finesse, a keen understanding of compatibility, and an unwavering commitment to getting it right.
In this episode, we speak with Pete Clarke and Paula Judge from Accel, a seed, early and growth-stage venture capital firm that powers a global community of entrepreneurs. We talk about the common themes and needs of portfolio companies, particularly regarding employee engagement and retention during difficult times.
We also discuss the challenges faced by companies with high valuations, using fractional and interim talent to help with hiring needs, and the importance of understanding individual motivations when it comes to finding the right fit.
Furthermore, we also touch on the traits that successful founders possess when it comes to scaling their companies and the challenges of replicating the success of product-led growth companies like Slack.
In this episode, we speak with Pete Clarke and Paula Judge from Accel, a seed, early and growth-stage venture capital firm that powers a global community of entrepreneurs. We talk about the common themes and needs of portfolio companies, particularly regarding employee engagement and retention during difficult times.
We also discuss the challenges faced by companies with high valuations, using fractional and interim talent to help with hiring needs, and the importance of understanding individual motivations when it comes to finding the right fit.
Furthermore, we also touch on the traits that successful founders possess when it comes to scaling their companies and the challenges of replicating the success of product-led growth companies like Slack.
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