Jeremy Jenson: How to Hire the Right Employees to Rapidly Grow Your Company

Jeremy Jenson is the visionary Founder and CEO of Encore Search Partners, Houston’s largest privately-held executive search firm. A recognized expert in The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), Jeremy built Encore on a foundation of seven Core Values: Excellence, Resilience, Gratitude, Professionalism, Coachable, Meticulous, and Competitive. These principles have driven the company’s success and earned it a reputation for delivering unmatched talent acquisition solutions.

Founded in 2013, Encore Search Partners employs a data-driven, industry-focused approach to professional recruiting. By combining deep industry expertise, cutting-edge data analysis, and an aggressive outbound marketing strategy, the firm specializes in connecting clients with niche professional and technical talent. Encore serves industries such as Financial Services, Wealth Management, Law, Manufacturing, Energy, Chemicals, and Technical Sales, helping organizations nationwide secure top-tier professionals.

Jeremy’s commitment to leadership extends beyond Encore. He is an active member of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization, a global network of over 17,000 entrepreneurs, and enjoys mentoring others in the art of scaling businesses. A proud father of three, Jeremy values spending quality time with his sons and friends in his free time. Under his guidance, Encore Search Partners continues to thrive as a minority-owned enterprise headquartered in Houston, Texas, serving clients across the nation.

During the show we discussed:

• We Often Make Poor Hiring Decisions, But We Can Improve.
• Using Data Helps Hire Better And Keep Employees Longer.
• Head Hunters Are Better Than HR At Finding Top Talent.
• HR Should Hire In Some Cases, But Head Hunters Are Better In Others.
• Many Important Factors Are Often Overlooked In Hiring.
• We Focus Too Much On Past Experience When Hiring.
• Job Longevity Doesn’t Always Mean Long-Term Retention With Your Company.
• Common Hiring Mistakes Often Include Ignoring Key Factors.
• Employee Pay Decisions Should Be Based On Data And Strategy.
• Your Team Should Join Co-Ops To Learn From Peers.
• Variable Compensation Helps Attract And Keep Top Talent.
• Joining Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO) Offers Networking And Growth.
• Vistage Can Help Your Team Members Grow Professionally.
• Decide If Your Company Should Operate Like A Family Or A Sports Team.

Resources:

https://encoresearch.com/