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Aug. 22, 2023

Making Your First Hire? Here's How to Nail It!

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World's Greatest Boss Podcast

Making your first hire doesn't have to be daunting; it can be exhilarating and empowering! If you've ever wondered how to make your FIRST hire in your business, buckle up because we're about to take you on a thrilling ride packed with practical tips and insider secrets!

I remember when I was just starting, the idea of hiring someone was overwhelming. But building a dream team can take your business to new heights. You know, that superstar squad that gets things done! You might feel a bit unsure about the whole hiring process. Well, I've been there, and I'm here to tell you – you've got this!


To ensure a successful hiring process, you need a bulletproof game plan. I'll walk you through creating a strategy that guarantees you'll find the right talents to fuel your business growth. Not only that, but I know the most common pitfalls and paths to success, so you can save loads of time and headaches.

What you'll hear in this episode:

[1:15] Today’s episode is for listeners who have never hired before and are wondering where to start.

[3:45] The importance of building a team, but you have no idea how to do it well.

[6:15] Hiring is one of those things that people assume you know how to do, but you don’t.

[8:40] The four quadrants of hiring: clarity, velocity, traction, and velocity.

[12:00] The three biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make when starting a business.

[15:05] How to track your hours.

[17:35] You can hire an agency, a contractor, or a freelancer.

[19:10] The importance of having a game plan for hiring.

[21:45] The importance of having a project management tool in place.


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