Transformative Recruitment Strategy for MSMEs
Founders of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) - - you need to adopt this Transformative Recruiting Strategy immediately, to change your people and growth game...
As a veteran in the recruitment industry and as someone who has been supporting MSME founders in their growth journey and people strategy, I've seen the landscape evolve dramatically. Yet, one fundamental principle often gets overlooked: the true order of hiring priorities. Most founders get it backwards, focusing first on skills, then aptitude, and finally values. But to build a thriving, adaptable, and resilient team, we must flip this script.
- Values First: Imagine hiring a CTO who embodies your company's core values. When I worked with a fast-growing tech startup, we prioritized candidates who shared our commitment to innovation and transparency. This alignment ensured that, during challenging pivots, our CTO made decisions that resonated with our culture, driving the company forward even in uncertain times.
- Aptitude Second: In today's fast-paced world, the ability to learn and adapt is invaluable. I recall a client in the renewable energy sector who needed a VP of Operations. Instead of focusing solely on past roles, we found a candidate with a high learning aptitude and a proven track record of adapting to new technologies. This individual not only met the evolving needs of the role but also led groundbreaking initiatives that significantly advanced the company's sustainability goals.
- Skills Third: Specific skills and experience matter, but they should come after values and aptitude. For example, a leading machine manufacturing company I worked with was searching for a Head of R&D. While traditional candidates had extensive experience, we chose someone from an adjacent industry who demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills and innovative thinking. This "non-traditional" hire brought fresh perspectives and drove unprecedented breakthroughs in product development.
Companies who want to attract the Best Talent must understand this: The most successful organizations take these principles to heart. They are willing to hire non-traditionally qualified executives who align with their values and demonstrate high aptitude. This approach not only fills roles but builds dynamic teams ready to tackle future challenges.
Next time you're hiring, ask yourself:
- Does this candidate share our core values?
- Can they adapt and grow with us?
- Do they have the necessary skills to hit the ground running?
By reordering these priorities, you'll not only find the right person for the job but also foster a culture of innovation and resilience.
Let's rethink recruitment. Focus on values, cherish aptitude, and then consider skills. Your future team will thank you.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Ratnesh jain is a master headhunter and runs a global bespoke boutique research first recruitment firm
named blue genes research for post two decades.
The author is also Mentors few MSME companies and Entrepreneurs.
Blue Genes Research (BGR) is a two decade old Global Bespoke, Boutique, Research-first - Executive Search firm; Known for Speed, Accuracy and Delivery championship.
