Comments on: Where in the world are the “A” players?

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By: Blue Horizon VC

Blue Horizon VC — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 17:49:30 +0000

A good strategy is for small businesses to hire college interns. They will be eager to work for you (usually for free) and if you find out they are an A-player, you can offer them a job when they graduate. Then you know that you will have at least one loyal A-player. Every entrepreneur should have a plan, though, in case you cannot find any A-players.

By: Ades

Ades — Sun, 16 May 2010 14:05:03 +0000

Good point.

You should write another article - this time for Entrepreneurs - on how to be a preferred startup company for “A” players. Because often times, it’s companies that are unable to provide good working environments for its employees; for them to thrive, grow and stay motivated. Sure, cost cutting is a very important thing for startups but it shouldn’t be at the cost of demoralizing its employees.

By: Eric Itzkowitz

Eric Itzkowitz — Thu, 13 May 2010 15:48:05 +0000

Another awesome post on which I have 2 thoughts.

1. I believe that true A Players are born with a higher level of competitiveness that innately drives them to win. B Players can be coached to become A Players, but a true A Player has that extra something you just can’t teach.

2. “These are the first round draft picks in the NFL that are filled with talent and promise, but totally flame out. ”

Can you say Ryan Leaf?

By: Cary Bergergon

Cary Bergergon — Tue, 11 May 2010 03:52:29 +0000

The A player starts with you. If you don’t expect your employees to produce they never will.

By: Andy

Andy — Mon, 10 May 2010 20:25:27 +0000

Thanks for the interesting comment. I definitely disagree with the notion that people who are “A” players are unable to lead healthy, fulfilled lives. In fact, I’d argue the exact opposite - people who are motivated care about what they accomplish each day not only at work, but outside of work as well. As an owner, I have the obligation and responsibility to invest and recognize the “A” players - they should be celebrated and challenged with mentoring and exciting opportunities. I think owners spend far too much time focusing on B and C players when investing and ensuring the success of A players bring far greater returns. To the extent you are arguing owners push people into leading unhealthy, unfulfilled lives, I agree with you that this is short-sighted and wrong.

By: Eoino

Eoino — Mon, 10 May 2010 12:14:53 +0000

Inciteful article Andy but I’d be curious to hear the reasons why an ‘A’ player is satisfied with giving a ‘B’ performance? You touch on monetary rewards but a simple ‘job well done’ can work help motivate. Different personality types respond to different motivating factors, it’s up to the coach to figure out what motivates each of his players.