Welcome to the KeyHire Solutions Podcast – where we cover the issues, people and processes that matter to small businesses. From the current employment market to cybersecurity, we’re here to help you stop grinding and start growing. Join us for bi-weekly chats with our human capital expert and CEO of KeyHire Solutions, Corey Harlock. For years, KeyHire has been helping small businesses optimize their organizational design and processes to increase efficiency and profitability. We'll share ti ...
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The Founder Bottleneck is Real: Building a Team to Sell Your Business (with Craig Dickens)
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Welcome to The KeyHire Podcast, where we dive deep into the strategies for building, scaling, and selling your small business. In this episode, your host Corey Harlock, Principal Consultant at KeyHire Solutions, sits down with Craig Dickens, Chairman of Merit Investment Bank, to discuss the critical steps in assembling a winning team for a successf…
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Breaking the Mold: How to Inspire Retention & Reduce Turnover
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Struggling to retain your best employees? Corey Harlock, CEO and Principal Consultant of KeyHire Solutions, shares expert tips on how small business owners can create an environment that fosters employee engagement and builds a happy, thriving workplace. Retaining top talent is critical to the success of any business, and Corey explains practical, …
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Improving Less for Better Results (with Chad Bareither)
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This week we're speaking with Chad Bareither from Bareither Group Consulting, LLC. We're exploring how small business owners can achieve better results by concentrating on improving fewer processes. Chad reveals his proven strategies for performance improvement, highlighting the significance of prioritizing and refining key areas within a business …
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The Power of Servant Leadership (with Kurt Uhlir)
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As a small business owner, self-reflection and the ability to identify your leadership style are crucial for personal and organizational growth. However, this can often be a challenging process. Understanding the nuances of your approach to leadership is essential for fostering a positive and productive work environment. Today, we're diving deeper …
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Mastering AI For Your Business (with Lauren Glynn)
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AI has become a household topic, frequently discussed in articles, the news, and by our peers. But how can small business owners leverage AI to enhance their daily productivity? In this context, productivity tips for small business owners become invaluable, especially when integrating AI productivity hacks into their routine. To explore this furthe…
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Utilizing the Power of Short-Form Video (with Corey Walker)
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Many social media platforms have pivoted to prioritize short-form video, as it has quickly become the medium preferred by most users. But how can you create engaging short-form video content to grow your small business? Today, we're speaking with Corey Walker, CEO of TheMarketingSpecialist.com and Author of Instagram for Dummies, about the importan…
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Establishing a Skilled Labor Pipeline
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Identifying the perfect hire can be a challenging task, but finding and retaining a candidate who truly fits your requirements can be even tougher. Today, we will discuss the crucial importance of establishing a skilled labor pipeline for your small business. This pipeline is essential not only for meeting your current needs but also for ensuring f…
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Overcoming Imposter Syndrome (with Kevin Palmeri)
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Imposter syndrome can affect anyone at any time, making it easy to feel like you don't belong or aren't worthy of your position. But we're here to tell you that you are worthy of every bit! We're speaking with Kevin Palmeri, host of Next-Level University, to discuss his personal journey with imposter syndrome and how you can utilize some of the sam…
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Lessons from a Green Beret (with Joshua Wathen)
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The Green Berets are an elite military force renowned for their leadership, discipline, efficiency, and effectiveness. These traits are not only essential in military service but can also be a tremendous asset for any business owner aiming to build high-performing teams. The leadership principles and rigorous training that the Green Berets undergo …
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Work Smarter: How To Maintain Balance While Growing (with Jordan Tait)
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Oftentimes we equate working extra hours as what's "necessary" to ensure that our business is growing at the pace we desire. Many entrepreneurs initially start their business to give themselves a healthier work/life balance, but quickly find themselves working 80 hour weeks to grow their business. We're speaking with Jordan Tait, Founder of The Int…
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A Promise to Grow Your Small Business (with Tony Diamond)
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Branding is often overlooked by many small businesses, but a cohesive brand can be advantageous to businesses of any size. We're speaking with Tony Diamond, Founder of TDThink, on the importance of establishing a company identity, mistakes to avoid, and three steps you can take today to get started. Learn more about Tony: tdthink.com Schedule a Fre…
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How to: Filter the BEST Advice (with Benjamin Friedman)
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As a business owner, you're likely to receive advice (wanted or not) about how to best run your business. How do you know who to listen to and whose advice should you be taking? We're speaking with Benjamin Friedman, President & Founder of Build Scale Grow, on his proven methods for setting healthy boundaries when asking for feedback, and how to fi…
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Working with Your Local Economic Council (with John Marez)
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As entrepreneurs, we often overlook the benefits of government when establishing our businesses and growing roots in our communities. We're speaking with John Marez, Principle Consultant a JMar Management Consulting & elected official, about the positive influences economic councils can have on your business and how you can work with your local cou…
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Interviewing for a position and love a candidate? Chances are, that means somebody else does too! Today we're discussing a key aspect of the hiring process that is often overlooked: either be ready to go when you find the right match or risk losing them to a faster-moving competitor. Learn more about KeyHire: www.keyhire.solutions Schedule a Call w…
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Building a Functional, Cohesive & Healthy Leadership Team (with Rusty Smith)
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Leadership can be one of the toughest challenges for an entrepreneur, and building a team of leaders to help your business succeed can be even tougher. We're speaking with Rusty Smith, President of the Center for Growth and Professional EOS implementor, on strategies you can use to build a leadership team that is not only effective, but contributes…
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Are You a Family First Business or Business First Family (with Rob Ferguson)
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Every family business is different, and priorities often dictate how you run your business and the goals you wish to achieve. We're speaking with Rob Ferguson, Founder of The Ferguson Alliance, about the difference between a Family-First Business and a Business-First Family. Learn more about Rob: ferguson-alliance.com Schedule a Free Call with Core…
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A complete hiring process often interviewing & interacting with candidates from a wide variety of backgrounds - so how do you compare achievements between two entirely different candidates? This week, Corey is reviewing the importance of changing your perception of "good" when it comes to hiring for your small business. Learn more about KeyHire & s…
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Future Proof Your Business with Succession Planning (ft. Dr. Nannette Miner)
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After investing years - or maybe even decades - building your business, it can be a daunting and emotional task to set up a plan for the future. We're speaking with Nanette Miner, Founder of The Training Doctor, to discuss the importance of setting up an effective leadership pipeline and defining an actionable succession plan. Learn more about Nane…
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Taking Control of Your Saboteurs (with Jane Weddle)
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Running a business can be a mentally strenuous activity in both your personal and professional life. It's important to maintain a positive balance and work to improve your mental fitness. We're speaking with the CEO of Jane Weddle Coaching, Jane Weddle, to learn how entrepreneurs and CEO's leverage the Positive Intelligence™ Mental Fitness Operatin…
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Maximizing Capabilities & Optimizing Your Strengths (with Sean Flaherty)
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As a small business owner, it can be easy to fall into the trap of wanting to do everything yourself. We're speaking with Sean Flaherty, Vistage Speaker & Managing Partner at ITX, about how you can identify your strengths and talents to optimize your small business for success. Learn More About Sean: https://itx.com Learn More About Corey: https://…
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Crafting an Effective First Time Offer (with Craig Andrews)
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Perfecting your "elevator pitch" or optimizing your marketing message can be difficult for many business owners. We're speaking with Craig Andrews, Founder of allies4me, about his proven method that mimics the stages of courtship to help companies find strangers and convert them into high-paying customers. A First-Time Offer is like a coffee date t…
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"An Employee Needs Help, What Do I Do?" (with Dr. Christopher Taylor)
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When running a small business, employees can become like family. But how should you act when it becomes clear an employee needs help outside of work? We're speaking with Dr. Christopher Taylor of Taylor Counseling to explore how personal issues should be addressed, what resources are available, and what you should do as an owner in delicate situati…
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Streamline Your Operations: Building Effective Processes (with Sasha Crabtrey)
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Are your operations allowing for the efficiency your business needs to succeed? Simple and effective processes can free up valuable time and resources, enabling small business owners to focus on strategic growth initiatives, innovation, and building strong customer relationships. In an era where agility and adaptability are key, process optimizatio…
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The Growth Mindset: Letting Go to Do More (with Jeff Koziatek)
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As a business owner, it can be difficult (and scary) to recognize that it's time to let go in order to continue growing. We're speaking with Jeff Koziatek - Peak Performance Coach & Founder of Core Authenticity, about how business owners can change their mindset to help encourage growth in their business. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-polic…
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Reinvigorating Company Culture After COVID (with Chris Hanslik)
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The business landscape has been forced to drastically adapt to world events over the last few years. From isolation to back-to-office initiatives, company culture can easily get left behind. We're speaking with Chris Hanslik, Chairman at BoyarMiller Attorneys, about methods you can implement to help preserve, promote and enhance your company cultur…
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Customer Targeting is Key: How to use Pricing as a Growth Lever (with Per Sjofors)
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Customer targeting can make or break a small business - we're speaking with Per Sjofors, best-selling author and pricing strategy consultant, on how your business can use pricing as a lever to enable sustainable growth. Learn More about Per: https://sjofors.com Schedule a Call with Corey: https://www.keyhire.solutions/consultation Hosted by Ausha. …
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Aligning Your Beliefs with Your Sales Strategy (featuring Catherine Brown)
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Sales are critical for any small business, but how do you maintain your company values while booking new business to maintain growth? We're speaking with founder of EXTRABOLD Sales, Catherine Brown, on how to get appointments & close business, find and qualify potential customers, and how to be selling all the time without feeling icky while doing …
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Gain Sharing Can Transform Your Small Business (featuring Chuck Hendee)
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Gain sharing can be an excellent way to incentivize employees and reward everyone for company successes - when done correctly Gain Sharing will help retain your current employees, attract new high-quality talent and can even boost your valuation. Join us for a conversation with Chuck Hendee on the basics of Gain Sharing, common mistakes made when t…
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Setting Your Small Business Up For Rapid Growth (with Fredi Mendez)
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Is your business feeling stagnant or is your growth rate slow? You're not alone. Slow business growth can be the result of many factors, but through strategic design, you can prime your business for rapid growth. We're speaking with Freddi Mendez, VP of Operations at SolarCraft, about his experience growing their operations team, mistakes you can a…
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Integrating Tech Into Your Business | The KeyHire Small Business Podcast
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With new technologies coming out seemingly daily, it's never been easier to upgrade productivity. We're discussing how your small business can utilize new tech to gain a competitive edge and boost performance. Schedule a free consultation with Corey: https://bit.ly/3LSRbo2 Sign Up For Our Newsletter: https://keyhire.solutions Follow us on LinkedIn:…
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Benefits Don't Have to Be Boring (With Katelynn Diamond) | The KeyHire Small Business Podcast
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If used strategically, benefits can help a small business gain a competitive edge when courting and retaining important high-value talent. This week, we're going beyond the standard yawn-inducing 401(k) presentation. Our guest Katelynn Diamond, Benefits Advisor at Insgroup, is walking us through everything a small business owner needs to know about…
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Managing Your Assets the Right Way (with Chris Manske) | The KeyHire Small Business Podcast
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Financial management can be a confusing topic for many, so how do you ensure that your personal and business finances are receiving the care and attention they deserve? We're speaking with Best-Selling Author and Founder of Manske Wealth Management, Chris Manske, about the questions you need to ask when consulting with a financial advisor and the m…
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Setting Performance Baselines (Featuring Nelson Quinnell) | The KeyHire Small Business Podcast
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Join us in conversation with Nelson Quinnell, the Founder of Apex Operations Group, on the importance of measuring your production performance and establishing baselines - and what can happen if you don't. Whether you're looking to start upgrading your productivity or have been measuring your company's performance for years, Nelson has some great i…
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Building Candidate Trust | The KeyHire Small Business Podcast
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Consideration is one of the key pillars of Keyhire's Guide to Hiring Success. Although often overlooked by business owners, consideration can impact your ability to land the person you want, and more importantly, their loyalty to your business.Schedule a free consultation with Corey: https://bit.ly/3LSRbo2Sign Up For Our Newsletter: https://keyhire…
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Hiring for Social Good (Featuring Paul Posoli) | The KeyHire Small Business Podcast
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Small businesses can be a powerful force for social good by providing opportunities to first-generation and low-income college graduates. Join The KeyHire Podcast for a conversation with Paul Posoli, Founder of CareerSpring, about his insights on how small business is uniquely positioned to help level the playing field in hiring practices by valuin…
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It's Time to Start Trusting the Experts | The KeyHire Small Business Podcast
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Small Business Owners can fall victim to inefficient practices and processes because they 'have worked in the past' - but in order to grow, it might be time to turn to the experts. Today, we're speaking with James Warren III, Director of Supply Chain at Marx Brothers Inc, about leveraging expertise to help a small business grow. Schedule a FREE con…
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Protecting Your Intellectual Property (Featuring Craig Kaiser) | The KeyHire Small Business Podcast
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Protecting your intellectual property is vital for the success of any small business - but where do you start? Join us in conversation with Craig Kaiser, Partner at Phillips Kaiser as we discover how you can guard and secure your competitive edge. SUBSCRIBE for more business and organization development tips! Schedule a FREE consultation: https://b…
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Private Lending & Your Small Business (Featuring Jack Chang) | The KeyHire Small Business Podcast
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With interest rates soaring and banks taking a more conservative approach to lending, it can be challenging for small businesses to bridge the gap between their ambitions and financial resources. Today we're speaking with Jack Chang, Managing Director of DGP Capital, about the advantages of private lending and whether or not it is a good fit for yo…
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Get Your Business on Track with the Entrepreneurial Operating System (Ft. Rainee Busby) | The KeyHire Small Business Podcast
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The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) is a set of simple concepts and practical tools used by more than 170,000+ companies around the world to clarify, simplify, and achieve their vision. Look at your business in a whole new way – through the lens of the Six Key Components. We're talking to Rainee Busby, Certified EOS implementor, about how yo…
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What's Changed in the Job Market? | The KeyHire Small Business Podcast
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We're discussing how the job market has changed, but more importantly what you can do to stay competitive in this new landscape. SUBSCRIBE for more business and organization development tips! Schedule a FREE consultation: https://bit.ly/3lEmYN3Sign Up For Our Newsletter: https://keyhire.solutions Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeyH…
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How to Know When It's Time to Grow (Featuring Terry Parrish) | The KeyHire Small Business Podcast
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We're talking to CEO of Wood Finishers Depot, Terry Parrish, about his experience removing constraints and growing business. When is it time to grow? What should sustainable growth look like? We're here to answer those questions! SUBSCRIBE for more business and organization development tips! Schedule a free consultation with Corey: https://keyhire.…
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Why the Candidate Experience Matters (Featuring Carolyn Lighty) | The KeyHire Small Business Podcast
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Your reputation is your best recruiting tool. Word gets around - and it often pays to create a process that gives candidates a positive impression of your company (even if they don't get hired.) We'll be speaking with special guest, Carolyn Lighty, about her experience with the KeyHire process and what made it stand out against competitor's efforts…
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Fostering Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace (feat. Shanta Eaden) | The KeyHire Small Business Podcast
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Diversity can have a major positive impact on your business - but oftentimes business owners aren't sure of where to start. We're speaking with Shanta Eaden, CEO of Leader's Edge Consulting, to find out how to talk about workplace diversity and what we can do to get started. Schedule a free consultation with Corey: https://keyhire.solutions/consult…
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Scaling Toward Success (Featuring Joey Schlaffer) | The Keyhire Small Business Podcast
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Scaling a sales organization can be a challenging undertaking for small business - and a misstep can cost thousands. We're speaking with Joey Schlaffer, Sales Manager at Marco Speciality Steel, to discuss his challenges scaling a small business sales organization and how you can avoid common mistakes. SUBSCRIBE for more business and organization de…
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How Does Inflation Affect the Job Market? | The Keyhire Small Business Podcast
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This last year has seen employment rates fall while inflation continues to rise - what does that mean for small business and where have all the candidates gone? We're reviewing some of the business challenges caused by the current market and strategies you can use to stay on top. Schedule a free consultation with Corey: https://keyhire.solutions/co…
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How to Handle Underperforming Managers | The Keyhire Small Business Podcast
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Underperforming managers can be a massive liability to any small business and can seriously stunt growth. But, how do you address this underperformance without alienating your employee? We're discussing our tried-and-true strategies for getting managers back on track, and how you can make sure your small business is being managed effectively. Sched…
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Communicating for Performance Improvements (Featuring Dr. Robert Johnson) | The KeyHire Small Business Podcast
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As a manager, are you entering every conversation with the goal of being right, or are you learning to listen before deciding? We're talking to Dr. Bob Johnson from Team Transformation to learn how entering conversations with an open mind and listening to valuable employee feedback to help your small business grow and thrive in 2023. Schedule a fre…
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How to Deal With An Underperforming Employee | The KeyHire Small Business Podcast
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From costing you time to losing important revenue - an underperforming employee can have costly effects on a small business. But how do you deal with such a situation? We're discussing the telltale signs of an underperforming employee, what you can do to help improve performance and how to watch for red flags during the hiring process. Schedule a f…
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Stop Hiring on 'Gut Feeling' | The Keyhire Small Business Podcast
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Hiring can cost your business thousands and have a significant impact on your organization - why leave that up to gut feeling? We're discussing our reasons for establishing a hiring process, our top interviewing tips, and how you can know you're making the right choice. Schedule a free consultation with Corey: https://keyhire.solutions/consultation…
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How to Set Your Company's Vision | The KeyHire Small Business Podcast
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Whether you're starting a new company or growing your current one, creating your company vision is an important step in defining the direction of your small business. But how do you create a realistic vision that will serve your organization for years to come? We're speaking with Angi Stewart, VP of Sales & Marketing for The Distribution Point, abo…
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