Why The Former CEO of A 14,000 Person Tech Company Says You Should Hire People Who Are Better Than You

Let go of your ego! Leaders are encouraged to break free from their comfort zones and accept that they don't have all the solutions, thus promoting a team-oriented mindset when hiring new employees

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Today’s leadership 5 minute hack is from Bob Dutkowsky, former CEO of Tech Data, a multinational IT distribution company with 14,000 employees. Today, Bob is the Chair of the Board of US Foods.

Leaders are oftentimes scared to get out of their comfort zone which stifles growth and innovation but Bob says it’s absolutely crucial to do so and one of the best ways to do make that happen is by hiring people who are better than you!

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