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It’s that time of the month again where we check back in with some advice on how to run your startup. Last time, we talked about the exciting world of feline dating websites and how to navigate copyright in creating said sites.

This time, we’re talking about one of the most important factors in building a successful business: who you hire. Sure—the common perception may be that there are qualified people all over the place who need a job and will fall right into your lap, making it typically easier on the employer than the job seeker. I’m here to tell you that is not necessarily true—especially for startups.

Finding a good fit for what you’re doing can be tough, here are some things you should look for/keep in mind:

1. A culture fit

What kind of culture does your company have? Do you have an open office space with puppies walking around? Do you regularly go out for team happy hours because you genuinely enjoy each other’s presence? Or are you more of a reserved, quiet, and hard working office space? There’s no problem with any of these approaches, as long as you have the right people to carry it out. Keep in mind that you’re going to be spending just as much time with these people as you do with your family and best friends, so make sure you love them.

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