5 Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make While Hiring

Throughout my career, I’ve noticed five common hiring mistakes that the entrepreneurs, hiring managers, and founders tend to make. I break down exactly what those are and share different tools and strategies that you can put into place to avoid those same issues. I highlight some antiquated hiring and interview approaches that don’t work in today’s employment market, and explain how you can update your processes. I also have some tips for showing up prepared and confident to each interview, and creative ways to find the right person for your team. IN THIS EPISODE, I TALK ABOUT:How to craft the right job title and description Simple strategies that make is easy for candidates to express interest How to give your employees development opportunities and buy-in during the interview process Why ‘try before you buy’ doesn't really make any sense, especially in an at-will employment state Making decisions based on a candidate’s scorecard and the 80/20 skill set rule RESOURCESCheck out the new Hiring School course at hiringschool.com/join!  The Advantage: Why Organizational Health Trumps Everything Else In Business by Patrick M. Lencioni  CONNECT WITH JACKIEFollow People Principles: @peopleprinciplesLet’s TikTok: @peopleprinciplesLearn more: peopleprinciples.co Visit the Hiring School website: hiringschool.com

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Jackie Koch has been in the trenches building the teams that grow companies for over 15 years. She’s hired hundreds of people, navigated countless sticky situations, and earned an MBA along the way. From being deeply involved in the nitty-gritty of team building to now helping others navigate the waters of running a business, she wants to help you avoid the messes she’s had to help clean up. Listen in and discover insights on leadership dos and don'ts, strategies for effective hiring and team building, and essentials to keep your business in employment compliance. Through solo episodes, guest episodes featuring experts in the field, and candid conversations with her business partner you'll be well on your journey to becoming the World’s Greatest Boss.