Tough Conversations and Effective Communication: Insights from Lori Harder

You're in for a treat today with this episode! I'm joined by my best friend and entrepreneur extraordinaire, Lori Harder, to talk all things business! As entrepreneurs, we know how important it is to have the right team in place. Lori shares her insights on the evolution of the hiring process and how to find the best fit for your company culture. We talk about the importance of effective communication and handling tough conversations with employees in a professional setting.Our conversation also dives into the high-level discussions that entrepreneurs are having about their teams. We share advice from our own mentors that we wish we had listened to earlier in our careers and discuss the concept of becoming a boss accidentally. We're excited to offer our personal stories and reflections on our experiences as bosses and entrepreneurs. What you'll hear in this episode:[2:30] Lori's background.[3:40] The paramount importance of HR in your business [6:25] How Lori got into business.[7:20] Did she ever think she wanted to be a boss?[8:50] What she thought being a boss was like vs. what it's actually like. [10:00] The evolution of your hiring process.[14:00] Getting deep with potential candidates to find the best fit.[17:05] Did she ever think she had to be buttoned up and professional all the time?[18:50] How have her communication skills evolved to have those tough conversations?[24:03] What conversations are high-level entrepreneurs having about their teams?[30:20] Advice from her mentors that she wishes she had acted on sooner.[36:55] Becoming a boss accidentally. Listen to Similar Episodes:Embracing Radical Personal Responsibility: A New Era of Leadership with Jen SzpigielDeveloping a Leadership Mindset with Zach ArendThe Most Important Hires With Ivan Alo & LaDante McMillon, Co-Founders Of New Age Capital* Connect with Lori on IG @loriharder* Check out Lori's amazing podcast Earn Your Happy* Connect with me on IG @jackie.koch_* Find more information on my website www.jackiekoch.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.