How to Acquire New Talent Try networking at business meetings.

Jun 11, 2003

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Make sure you ask the question, "Hey Joe, I'm lookingfor an outstanding accountant. Do you know of anybody that I cantalk to? If you find me someone, I'll take you out tolunch." In many cases, your associate will know of someone whomeets your qualifications and be glad to give you a referral. Thelunch option adds some icing on the cake.

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