Chasing Stars

In "Chasing Stars," Boris Groysberg reveals the pitfalls of trying to attract top talent from competitors, based on his extensive research on star analysts in Wall Street investment banks. Through examining over a thousand careers and conducting more than 200 interviews, he uncovers that many star performers experience a significant decline in performance when they switch firms, largely due to their previous environments' support systems. The book also highlights exceptions, such as when stars move with their teams or shift to better firms, and offers strategies for individuals and companies on fostering and retaining exceptional talent.