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Game Changers

One attribute I look for when hiring is ... ?

Alex Baldwin: A self-starter.

Renee Baumgartner: Proven work ethic.

Kim Bohuny: Someone who has a vision of the big picture and still executes all of the small details.

Christine Brown: A sense of humor. You need to like the people you work with.

Mary Byrne: Enthusiasm.

Stephanie Cheng: A “whatever it takes to get the job done” attitude.

Sandy Cross: Attitude. Are you hungry to learn and grow? Are you coachable?

Stephanie Druley: Strong work ethic. I want someone who gets things done.

Donna Fiedorowicz: Authenticity.

Kelly Flanagan: Determination.

Karen Forgus: Proactiveness.

Erleen Hatfield: Creativity/passion.

Sue Hunt: Passion about marketing and not just about sports.

Gail Hunter: A natural inquisitiveness.

Beth Hutter: Motivated and proactive.

Julie Kikla: Ability to adapt quickly and a “can do” attitude.

Heidi Massey-Bong: Passion.

Bernadette McGlade: A positive attitude.

Michelle McKenna-Doyle: A winning attitude.

Kimberly Meesters: Initiative/resourcefulness.

Marla Newman: Passion.

Anne Occi: A positive attitude.

Jay Parry: Being proactive, self-motivated and results-oriented is essential. Good intentions are good but don’t always lead to success.

Kristen Rose: A positive attitude.

Jennifer Sabatelle: Someone who is likeable, knowledgeable and passionate.

Heidi Sandreuter: Self-starter.

Meredith Starkey: Passion.

Maribeth Towers: A sense of entrepreneurship.

Ali Towle: A sense of humor.

Ronnie Tucker: Resourcefulness.

Alyson Walker: Presence.

Alison Weber: Ownership.

Pamela Wheeler: Ability to work independently.

Andrea Williams: Team player.

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