In this episode of our podcast, Gary shares his invaluable insights and personal journey through the complexities of recruitment and team building. With a rich history of business growth since 2006 and experience in hiring 69 team members, Gary lays out a practical, step-by-step guide for entrepreneurs looking to expand their teams, from the initial hire to creating a cohesive, productive workplace culture. Listeners will gain: Strategic Insights into Effective Recruitment: Learn how Gary navigated the recruitment landscape to build a robust team, leveraging both his network for senior roles and platforms like Indeed for diverse positions. A Deep Dive into the Interview Process: Discover Gary’s refined approach to interviewing, focusing on mindset and cultural fit over pure skill sets, and how this has shaped his successful team dynamics. Onboarding and Probation Strategies: Uncover the importance of a warm onboarding experience and the critical first week of integrating new hires into your business environment, setting them—and your business—up for success. Navigating Capacity and Service Quality: Understand when it’s the right time to hire by recognizing the signs of capacity strain and service drops, ensuring your business continues to thrive without compromising quality. Financial Planning for New Hires: Gary shares his personal tips for financial preparedness when bringing on new team members, including the practical rule of affording at least 50% of the salary upfront. This episode is packed with Gary’s firsthand experiences, troubles, and triumphs in team building, offering a treasure trove of advice for business owners aiming to enhance their recruitment process and foster a thriving workplace culture. Tune in to transform the way you think about hiring and developing your team, propelling your business to new heights. For more information about Leads to Lifestyle, click the link and explore – https://www.leadstolifestyle.co.uk/ Join us inside Success Circle here – https://www.success-circle.co.uk/ We hope you enjoyed today’s episode; please subscribe, rate and review the show on your favourite platform. Follow Gary Das on Social media: Instagram | LinkedIn | Facebook | Website | YouTube
