As hire As, Bs hire Cs. A quip, but Ive certainly seen it in practice. My personal interpretation is that the best performers seek to be challenge themselves. Others, who may not strive or lack confidence etc, end up hiring those who are at or below their level.
Really interesting. Says we might do this unintentionally (because can't recognize talent). Or subconsciously. But doesn't suggest that we do this consciously... I wonder how often this happens.