Know When to Hold 'Em

High aptitude with questionable attitude - What time you save in training, you end up spending mediating between the brilliant employee and others. Good attitude - These people are usually self-motivated and eager to learn. Hire right so you don't have to fire right - Don't be misled by first impressions. Don't overdo the training - Provide employees with the information they need to do the job but don't force them to do it your way. Use the yardstick - This is not as a weapon of discipline but as a measure of performance. Give credit where due - When a job is done well, let employees know. - Keep the train on track - Understand the career path your employees want to take.