Tittle’s Top 10: Attracting Talent

Rounding up a top-notch team is hard work. if only we could use a few of those sniffer dogs the airports use and - voila! - a team of experienced and talented people.

To build a top team, get back to the basics. Here are 10 tips.

1. Make sure employees understand your business plan and can communicate it,

2. Be specific and realistic about the job you are filling.

3. Don’t be afraid to hire overqualified and pricey talent if you need theft skills. The best people are in demand - and worth it in any market.

4. Don’t shy from the unemployed. In this market, their reasons may have nothing to do with competence or commitment

5. Look outside the traditional areas. Be on the lookout in every professional and social setting.

6. Reward company referrals well. These generally are your best hires.

7. Offer competitive salaries, good benefits and a career path.

8. Pay for high performance.

9. Stick to the 401(k), ditch the 320i. Those days are over. Ditto for stock options.

10. Don’t take advantage unfairly just because you can afford to be selective now.