“Hire for attitude, train for skill” is a recruitment philosophy that places greater emphasis on a candidate’s mindset, values, and interpersonal strengths than on their technical expertise. The belief is that while skills can be taught and developed over time, attitude—often the key driver of performance, collaboration, and cultural fit—is far harder to shape.

Do you apply this philosophy in your own hiring process?

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