Full-Stack Talent

Definition

An employee who can do multiple things adequately, borrowed from tech terminology. Essentially, your one-person army before you hire a proper team.

Example Usage

We're looking for full-stack talent who can handle marketing, sales support, and general despair management.

Origin

Adapted from software development's 'full-stack developer' concept

Fun Fact

Full-stack talent often becomes a code phrase for 'overworked generalist,' according to burnout researchers

Source: Modern tech-influenced HR terminology

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