Episode 40: Mastering the Hiring Process - 10 Step Guide to Finding & Retaining Good Hires

In this conversation, Simon shares his 10-step guide to mastering the hiring process. He emphasizes the importance of defining your needs, crafting a compelling job ad, choosing the right platforms to advertise on, screening resumes, conducting interviews, checking references, and making a comprehensive offer. Simon also highlights the significance of onboarding and training new hires to ensure their success and retention. By following these steps, businesses can attract top talent and build a strong, capable team.

Takeaways

Define your needs and create a clear job description before starting the hiring process.

Craft a compelling job ad that highlights your company culture and benefits.

Choose the right platforms to advertise your job ad and reach your target audience.

Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews to assess candidates' qualifications and fit.

Check references to verify employment history and assess candidates' work ethic.

Make a comprehensive offer to the selected candidate and set a deadline for their decision.

Implement a thorough onboarding and training program to set new hires up for success.

Regularly check in with new hires to assess their progress and address any concerns.

Good hiring practices and training programs can lead to higher employee performance and retention.

Having a solid hiring process and systems in place can free up time for business owners to focus on growth.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: Lessons from the Trenches

05:31 Chapter 1: Defining Your Needs

10:39 Chapter 2: Crafting the Perfect Job Ad

12:56 Chapter 3: Choosing the Right Platforms

15:05 Chapter 4: Screening Resumes

17:41 Chapter 5: Conducting Interviews

21:14 Chapter 6: Checking References

25:30 Chapter 7: Making Offers

30:47 Chapter 8: Onboarding and Training

34:03 Conclusion: Retaining Good Hires

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