At first, it may be a bit intimidating hiring people who are smarter than you. But you will shine the most when those around you are beaming. Hire bright people who will step things up in your work group, and do whatever it takes to see that they are promoted.
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Bill Gates addresses the National Governors Association winter meeting in Washington, Feb. 28, 2011. Mr. Gates's Microsoft in its heyday was known for hiring very smart people.