Uncommon Excellence

Uncommon Moments: How to Hire A-Players

Episode Summary

In this moment of Uncommon Excellence, we dive into the hiring philosophy of Brad Jacobs, one of America’s most successful entrepreneurs and the author of How to Make a Few Billion Dollars. Jacobs built his empire by assembling world-class teams, and his insights on hiring A-players are nothing short of a masterclass.

Episode Notes

In this moment of Uncommon Excellence, we dive into the hiring philosophy of Brad Jacobs, one of America’s most successful entrepreneurs and the author of How to Make a Few Billion Dollars. Jacobs built his empire by assembling world-class teams, and his insights on hiring A-players are nothing short of a masterclass.

We explore:

• Why hiring is a non-negotiable area where you must aim for perfection.
• The four essential traits of A-players: intelligence, hunger, integrity, and collegiality.
• The dangers of B-players hiring C-players, and how to avoid this trap.
• Why an empty seat is less damaging than a poor fit.
• How to align compensation with performance to attract and retain top talent.

Brad’s approach is simple but profound: If you want to create billions in value, you need a team that’s not just talented but also driven, honest, and collaborative. This episode is packed with actionable takeaways for founders, leaders, and anyone looking to build a team that can achieve greatness.

Links Mentioned in the Episode:

• Get Brad Jacobs’ book How to Make a Few Billion Dollars on Amazon.