Elon Musk & His Philosophy on Talent Acquisition
Okay. Why have I been thinking about Elon Musk in the shower again you ask? Well, like many folks, I too am obsessed with him. I feel similarly to Elon as I did to Edward Cullen reading Twilight in high school: I’m jealous of their ability to function properly without sleep. I mean think about how much more life they’re packing in! #jealous. I’m an 8-hour guy, myself.
Yes, I’m officially starting the rumor that Elon is a vamp.
#CountTesla #fromdawntillmusk #elongated fangs
(hashtag credits go to Will Farley, Bennett Farkas, Allison Hill)
Anyway, to the point. I’ve always gazed in awe at Elon’s ability to do things. Running one company is hard enough, but running 4 companies across different industries? How… I just think he surrounds himself with some of the smartest people in the world. And I think he conducts much of his lifestyle around acquiring talent.
I’d love to make some impact on the world before I die. I’ve spent the last few years doing work with the philosophy: if you want it done right, do it yourself. I’m here to recant this philosophy. I need halp.
Remember that flame thrower stunt he pulled a few years ago? Here’s a link. For any marketers out there, did you notice what the CTA was at the bottom of this page? That’s right: Careers.
This tactic, like all of his PR stunts are in effect: recruitment tactics. His Twitter account, appearance on SNL, & blunt smoking experience on Joe Rogan all were meant to accomplish the same task: intrigue the right people.
Another tactic he uses: larger than life mission statements… like, “saving humanity” big.
What is one of the top reasons Millennials are leaving companies? Mission. Over half of Millennial workers are more worried about their companies impact on social issues versus profit, according to a study by Atlassian.
Apparently Tesla is pretty notorious for outlandish interview tactics, they fire people quickly if it’s not a fit, and Elon doesn’t necessarily believe in work-life balance. So his tactic for talent is to get as many people as possible in the door and filter through people until he finds proper talent and culture fit.
I’m not the only one thinking about talent. Whether you’re hiring or thinking of switching jobs… well so is everybody. We’re in the middle of the great resignation, so it’s a good time to rethink the way do hiring.
Cheers
