Thinking harder about hiring may make managing easier, according to one business psychologist, who also says scientific methods can help firms find the right talent.
Jeremy Wortman, PhD, is a business psychology expert who recently spoke at the AICPA’s 2019 Engage conference. He noted that while employees who are a good match for a firm’s culture are likely to stay longer and be more successful, these generally aren’t the candidates who are hired. The mismatch creates a pain point for senior managers and partners, and the resulting higher turnover can be quite costly to firms.
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