I won’t take long here at MCE today, because I really want you to click through to this post from Jason Whitaker:
Why I Never Hire Brilliant Men
Whether you are one or you’ve hired one, you’ll get a kick out of the story. Jason did a great job in hunting down the original article (you’ll see when you get there) and he’s right—it’s as applicable and as interesting today, as it must have been when it first appeared in The American Magazine.
Remember Jason’s article when looking for your next hire. He’s on to something brilliant. 
Grow and be well,
Kelly Erickson
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21 May 2010, 10:45 am
I didn’t intend to read the whole thing, but that article was brilliant. Making friends with mediocrity seems to be the perfect approach for long term gains.
21 May 2010, 2:13 pm
Todd,
I know what you mean—I didn’t intend to read the whole thing, either, but it sucked me in with its contrarian truth. Brilliance does so often carry with it restlessness and discontent… neither of which help with stick-to-it-iveness. Jason put together a wonderful thought-piece on the subject, for sure. Glad you enjoyed it!
Regards,
Kelly
22 May 2010, 4:36 pm
Thanks for sharing this, Kelly. It really made me think.
24 May 2010, 7:52 am
C.A.,
Hello! I’m glad you liked it. Welcome to Maximum Customer Experience—I’ll try not to send you away too often!
Until later,
Kelly
24 May 2010, 8:35 am
Oh no! Please don’t!
I mean to stay here and learn as much as I can from your mind-opening articles.
I traced you back here after enjoying your witty posts on CCC
Best,
C. A.
24 May 2010, 8:55 am
Hahaha!!
Well, the wit is often in evidence here, but the flights of fancy are far more rare. (Thank goodness for the CCC!)
Glad to have you here. If you know of anyone else who could benefit from a little MCE, feel free to spread the word!
Later,
Kelly