Whatever type of candidates a company hires, never settle for “good-enough” and always hire from the A-list. Drawing from a sports analogy, the article recommends focusing on “position players” who can deliver consistent results in situations when a company’s business model is likely to remain the same in the near future.
However, there are dangers to bringing on an expensive position player, like a fieldgoal kicker in football, when you may be playing basketball next season. In cases where a company is finding its footing, perhaps all-around athletes that have good communication skills and are highly adaptable may be better hires.