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Many ask me, “Why focus your business growth on referrals?” My answer is simple: referrals are the fastest and most effective way to bring the right people on board while minimizing risk.
In the rush to hire quickly or cut costs, companies often bypass referrals in favor of cold applications or mass job boards. While casting a wide net might seem efficient, it actually exposes your business to significant risks. This approach can create dangerous blind spots that put your company’s most valuable assets — security, data and intellectual property — at risk.
Referrals are more than convenience — they’re a critical
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