Episode 94: How to guide: Hiring your first 5 employees for your t-shirt shop

In this episode, Cole and Gavin discuss the challenges of hiring and building a team. They share their experiences and insights on finding the right people, determining the right time to hire, and creating a strong company culture. They emphasize the importance of reliability, respect, and clear communication in building a sustainable team. They also provide tips on the hiring process, including creating job descriptions, conducting interviews, and onboarding new hires. Additionally, they discuss the significance of firing bad fits and the need to prioritize the financial stability of the business.Free Checklisthttps://docs.google.com/document/d/1YOTtAZZAV26wfJVdUtXlHLXJ93ZFTfmfVORbXe1tV3g/edit?usp=sharingPowered by Merchtroop.com and Seps.iokeywords

hiring, building a team, finding the right people, company culture, reliability, respect, communication, job descriptions, interviews, onboarding, firing, financial stability

takeaways

• Finding the right people and putting them in the right seat is critical for business success.
• Reliability, respect, and clear communication are key factors in building a sustainable team.
• Hiring should be based on specific roles and responsibilities, rather than hiring jack-of-all-trades.
• Firing bad fits is necessary for the overall health and success of the business.
• Creating a strong company culture and core values is essential for employee satisfaction and retention.

Chapters

00:00Introduction and Importance of Hiring

03:09Determining the Right Time to Hire

05:49Creating a Strong Company Culture

09:06Tips for the Hiring Process

11:32Interviewing and Onboarding

15:36Specializing Roles and Firing Bad Fits

18:26Building a Sustainable Team and Prioritizing Financial Stability

21:53Conclusion and Free Hiring Checklist