Hiring can feel like a total minefield, right? In this episode of the Business Builder series, I’m diving into one of the biggest decisions a small business owner can make: who to hire next and how to make sure it’s a smart move—not just an emotional one. If you’re feeling stretched too thin, overwhelmed, or unsure how to grow your team, I’ve got you. I’ll walk you through how to decide if it’s time to hire, how to choose the right role, and how to avoid the most common hiring pitfalls. You don’t need a massive team to get big results—just the right help at the right time.

Key topics covered:

• How to know when it’s time to hire (spoiler: burnout isn't a strategy)
• The three-part filter for deciding who to hire next
• Why “boxes before people” is your new hiring mantra
• Common hiring mistakes that slow growth instead of fueling it
• How to define success for your new hire and onboard them well

You’ve got this! Hiring is a leadership skill, not just a to-do—and you're well on your way to mastering it. Let’s grow smart. 

Challenge

Make a “Not Me” list—identify the top 3 tasks someone else could do better—and sketch out what success in that role would look like.

Mentioned in this episode: If you are running a business in Canada and you need help with all the things accounting related, but more importantly understanding the numbers I invite you to check out https://thriveaccounting.co/

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