Growth Strategies with Jonathan Mills Patrick

Growth Strategies with Jonathan Mills Patrick

Growth via Talent Arbitrage: My H.C.3 Framework

Why modern leaders should hire for trait over tenure

Jonathan Mills Patrick's avatar
Jonathan Mills Patrick
Apr 11, 2026
∙ Paid

In the high-stakes world of growth-stage companies, one of the most overlooked areas of focus is talent. While others focus on having the right software, I focus on having the right talent.

The instinct is often to hire the “proven” commodity—the candidate with the perfect pedigree and a resume that checks every box. I’ve rarely hired that way. There is …

This post is for paid subscribers

Already a paid subscriber? Sign in
© 2026 Jonathan Mills Patrick · Privacy ∙ Terms ∙ Collection notice
Start your SubstackGet the app
Substack is the home for great culture