News|Videos|July 15, 2026

The 7 traits of a high performance recruiting team

Author(s)Trent Cotton
Fact checked by: Todd Shryock

Is your recruiting team full of high performers? Trent Cotton explains the seven traits that separate the good ones from the bad ones.

Building a high-performing recruiting team is one of the most overlooked competitive advantages in healthcare today. As staffing shortages and turnover continue to challenge practices and health systems alike, the ability to attract, evaluate, and retain top talent has never mattered more. In this first episode of The Healthcare Hiring Signal, host Trent Cotton breaks down the seven key traits that separate exceptional recruiting teams from the rest. These traits offer a practical framework for healthcare leaders looking to strengthen their hiring process. Whether you're building a recruiting function from scratch or refining an existing one, these insights can help you create a team built for long-term success.