Use when recruiting capable individuals or rebuilding a team after setbacks. Demonstrates how symbolic gestures of respect, generous incentives, and shared hardship attract talent from afar, following Warring States recruitment principles.
A method for recruiting capable individuals by demonstrating genuine respect and starting with symbolic gestures that signal commitment to valuing talent.
Humble yourself and offer generous incentives
Consult with existing advisors
Start with a symbolic demonstration
Create conditions for success
Allow reputation to spread naturally