Entrepreneur to Employer

Everyone is created to be a leader in some capacity. Leadership boils down to the ability to positively influence the people around you to better their lives in some way. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about why traditional leadership programs miss the mark!

In this episode, Brian joined by guest Stephen Morris of Renowned Leadership talk about how Stephen’s 16 years in the military influenced how he views leadership structures and practices. They also discuss the importance of embracing leadership development in our companies as the core component to creating a culture that increases profit margins and employee satisfaction. 

Brian and Stephen also cover:

• Lessons from failed leadership experiences and why perception is NOT reality. 
• The responsibility leaders hold is to keep everyone on their team well-informed and on the same page. 
• Handling sensitive conversations as a leader. 
• What it means to be a leader and how you may be one without even realizing it. 
• Actionable advice for an employer getting ready to make their first hire. 
• The difference between a management training program and a leadership training program. 

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode or found any of the information helpful, check our website to learn more, and be sure to follow, rate, and review the podcast!

Tune in to more episodes to keep up with the latest trends in HR leadership and organizational effectiveness and tips on how to develop and lead a high-performing team!

CONNECT WITH STEPHEN MORRIS:

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.renownedleadership.com/

STAY CONNECTED WITH BRIAN: 

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I’m hosting a free workshop called “Fix the Foundation: How First-Time Founders Can Stop Running on Chaos and Start Scaling with Clarity.”

In less than 45 minutes, I’ll show you the six areas most business owners overlook — and the exact systems you need to get your time back, hire smarter, and lead with confidence.

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 Let’s build a business that doesn’t run you.

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Take the free People, Operations & Finance Scorecard — a 5-minute diagnostic to find out where your business is strong, where it’s stuck, and what to fix first.

🎯 Perfect for first-time founders who want to grow without burning out.

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Having a career page on your website is a great way to make your hiring process seamless, improve your visibility, and establish your brand as an employer. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about gaining a competitive hiring edge with your own career page. 

In this episode, Brian shares his expert tips on setting your company apart from others and boosting your employer brand by strategically setting up a career page that attracts potential employees. He also covers the top 3 frequently asked questions when it comes to creating a careers page. 

The 6 best practices Brian covers in this episode include:

1. Add positive employee or client testimonials. 
2. Put your ‘about us’ statement at the top of your careers page.
3. Clearly display your company’s mission, vision, and values.  
4. Include details about the benefits and perks that come with working for your organization. [Bonus: 6 different benefits categories you can include!]
5. Add authenticity by including photos and videos.
6. Keep a consistent brand and message with a high-quality, eye-catching design.

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode or found any of the information helpful, check our website to learn more, and be sure to follow, rate, and review the podcast!

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The Importance of Vision and Core Values as a Foundation to Your Business

I’m hosting a free workshop called “Fix the Foundation: How First-Time Founders Can Stop Running on Chaos and Start Scaling with Clarity.”

In less than 45 minutes, I’ll show you the six areas most business owners overlook — and the exact systems you need to get your time back, hire smarter, and lead with confidence.

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 Let’s build a business that doesn’t run you.

👉 Ready to stop running your business on chaos and gut instinct?

Take the free People, Operations & Finance Scorecard — a 5-minute diagnostic to find out where your business is strong, where it’s stuck, and what to fix first.

🎯 Perfect for first-time founders who want to grow without burning out.

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The hiring landscape as we know it is changing and it is important for both employers and potential employees to take stock of where the rest of the market is and whether or not they’re keeping up with the changing trends. 

This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about What Candidates Want in Your Hiring Process. 

In this episode, Brian, joined by guest Patricia Ortega of The Uncommon Career, talks about how expectations of both employer and employee have changed over the past couple of years and what we can expect to see for the future of Corporate America. 

Brian and Patricia also cover:

• The role that Patricia’s faith played in the steps leading up to where she is in her career today. 
• The most common things that candidates are now expecting from their employers are. 
• Why employees move positions more often and more frequently today than ever before.
• The importance of communicating your transferable skills between different industries. 
• Getting clear on what you’re looking for before entering into the hiring process and drawing the line between “required” and “desired.”
• What led to the rise of “quiet quitting.”

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode or found any of the information helpful, check our website to learn more, and be sure to follow, rate, and review the podcast!

Tune in to more episodes to keep up with the latest trends in HR leadership and organizational effectiveness and tips on how to develop and lead a high-performing team!

CONNECT WITH PATRICIA ORTEGA:

The Uncommon Career

Podcast

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CONNECT WITH BRIAN:

https://www.scaleocityworks.com/

https://twitter.com/brianm2

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmontes/

I’m hosting a free workshop called “Fix the Foundation: How First-Time Founders Can Stop Running on Chaos and Start Scaling with Clarity.”

In less than 45 minutes, I’ll show you the six areas most business owners overlook — and the exact systems you need to get your time back, hire smarter, and lead with confidence.

🎯 Save your seat at https://bit.ly/4l9orb6

 Let’s build a business that doesn’t run you.

👉 Ready to stop running your business on chaos and gut instinct?

Take the free People, Operations & Finance Scorecard — a 5-minute diagnostic to find out where your business is strong, where it’s stuck, and what to fix first.

🎯 Perfect for first-time founders who want to grow without burning out.

📩 Get your score instantly + a personalized follow-up with actionable next steps.

🔗 Take the Assessment now → https://forms.gle/m65U1GZBoneXvXDM8

It’s likely that we have all made a bad hire before but it’s what you do after making the hire that’s going to make or break the type of work environment you are trying to build for your business. Do you have a hiring system in place to standardize the process, increase the quality of the hiring experience, and set the new employee up for success?

 This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about what to do if you make a bad hire!

In this episode, Brian shares a behind-the-scenes look at the advice and framework he gives to clients when dealing with a new hire that isn’t meeting expectations as well as insight into what a good hiring system looks like to set your employees up for success. 

The framework Brian uses with his clients is:

1. Asking questions to understand why the business owner is unhappy with their new employee. 
2. Following up with questions that bring clarity to any gaps in the hiring process that may have led to this unsatisfactory hire.
3. Gathering the answers from the business owner to determine what went wrong during the hiring and onboarding process. 
4. Combing through every step of the hiring process to refine (or add) the proper systems.
5. Making a final assessment on whether or not to give the employee another chance to succeed given the right tools.
6. If the answer to giving the employee another chance is yes, forming an immediate plan of action to rectify the issues at hand. 
7. After resetting the foundation, 4 steps to manage this for the long term.

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode or found any of the information helpful, check our website to learn more, and be sure to follow, rate, and review the podcast!

Tune in to more episodes to keep up with the latest trends in HR leadership and organizational effectiveness and tips on how to develop and lead a high-performing team!

Check us out at -> https://www.scaleocityworks.com/

Connect with Brian on Twitter at -> https://twitter.com/brianm2

Connect with Brian on Linkedin at -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmontes/

I’m hosting a free workshop called “Fix the Foundation: How First-Time Founders Can Stop Running on Chaos and Start Scaling with Clarity.”

In less than 45 minutes, I’ll show you the six areas most business owners overlook — and the exact systems you need to get your time back, hire smarter, and lead with confidence.

🎯 Save your seat at https://bit.ly/4l9orb6

 Let’s build a business that doesn’t run you.

👉 Ready to stop running your business on chaos and gut instinct?

Take the free People, Operations & Finance Scorecard — a 5-minute diagnostic to find out where your business is strong, where it’s stuck, and what to fix first.

🎯 Perfect for first-time founders who want to grow without burning out.

📩 Get your score instantly + a personalized follow-up with actionable next steps.

🔗 Take the Assessment now → https://forms.gle/m65U1GZBoneXvXDM8

Unsurprisingly, many companies do not prioritize creating or updating their employee handbook, and even though it is not a fun or exciting thing to do, there are many reasons your handbook is important. Whether you have 1 employee or 1,000 employees, having an employee handbook is critical to the success of your HR program. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about the top 5 reasons why your company needs an employee handbook.

In this episode, Brian talks about why having an updated employee handbook is just plain good business practice and how an outdated or missing handbook can set the company up for a lot of problems. 

Here are the top 5 reasons your company needs an employee handbook:

1. An employee handbook is going to help defend your company from potential employee lawsuits. 
2. It helps you set the expectations for employees and management. 
3. It will help you lay the foundation for treating employees consistently. 
4. It will inform your employees of their rights and benefits.
5. It reassures that your organization is complying with all state and federal rules and regulations. 

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode or found any of the information helpful, check our website to learn more, and be sure to follow, rate, and review the podcast!

Tune in to more episodes to keep up with the latest trends in HR leadership and organizational effectiveness and tips on how to develop and lead a high-performing team!

I’m hosting a free workshop called “Fix the Foundation: How First-Time Founders Can Stop Running on Chaos and Start Scaling with Clarity.”

In less than 45 minutes, I’ll show you the six areas most business owners overlook — and the exact systems you need to get your time back, hire smarter, and lead with confidence.

🎯 Save your seat at https://bit.ly/4l9orb6

 Let’s build a business that doesn’t run you.

👉 Ready to stop running your business on chaos and gut instinct?

Take the free People, Operations & Finance Scorecard — a 5-minute diagnostic to find out where your business is strong, where it’s stuck, and what to fix first.

🎯 Perfect for first-time founders who want to grow without burning out.

📩 Get your score instantly + a personalized follow-up with actionable next steps.

🔗 Take the Assessment now → https://forms.gle/m65U1GZBoneXvXDM8

Although the fear of delegation is nothing new and is something most entrepreneurs face, it is one of the biggest mindset obstacles holding you, your company, and your employers back. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about 3 steps to overcome the fear of delegation and avoid burnout!

In this episode, Brian shares that while at first glance, giving up control feels risky but when done correctly, delegating can actually lower the risk in your business by decreasing the chances you are going to burn yourself out. At the end of the day, real control comes from managing risk and releasing control in the appropriate ways.

The 3 step roadmap to delegating Brian covers in this episode are:

1. Identify where to focus by finding the areas of your business that have the biggest impact and therefore, where your time as the business owner may be best spent. 
2. Name the fear and clarify what bothers you so that you can address the issue head-on and break through that mindset shift. (As a bonus, Brian shares the most common fears we all have to help you get started.)
3. Minimizing the risk of delegating by taking your list and addressing each issue and creating a strategic approach to offload confidently. 

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode or found any of the information helpful, check our website to learn more, and be sure to follow, rate, and review the podcast!

Tune in to more episodes to keep up with the latest trends in HR leadership and organizational effectiveness and tips on how to develop and lead a high-performing team.

Last but not least, download your free Guide to Hiring Employee # 1! https://bit.ly/3W6N3Wq

You can also join our free Entrepreneur to Employer FB Group. We are working to build a community of entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses by building high-performing teams and creating as many Best Places to Work cultures as possible!

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I’m hosting a free workshop called “Fix the Foundation: How First-Time Founders Can Stop Running on Chaos and Start Scaling with Clarity.”

In less than 45 minutes, I’ll show you the six areas most business owners overlook — and the exact systems you need to get your time back, hire smarter, and lead with confidence.

🎯 Save your seat at https://bit.ly/4l9orb6

 Let’s build a business that doesn’t run you.

👉 Ready to stop running your business on chaos and gut instinct?

Take the free People, Operations & Finance Scorecard — a 5-minute diagnostic to find out where your business is strong, where it’s stuck, and what to fix first.

🎯 Perfect for first-time founders who want to grow without burning out.

📩 Get your score instantly + a personalized follow-up with actionable next steps.

🔗 Take the Assessment now → https://forms.gle/m65U1GZBoneXvXDM8

Chances are when you started your business you had an idea of what your vision and values were whether or not you wrote them down. No matter what stage your business is at now, your vision and values are a critical element to your foundation and are worth the time it takes to solidify them as part of your business. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about the importance of vision and values as a foundation for your business!

In this episode, Brian talks about the importance of creating your business’s vision and values as well as taking action to communicate these with your company and ensure your business operations reflect these foundational aspects. 

He also covers:

• The questions you can ask yourself in order to sit down and identify your vision. 
• Why it is important to create and implement core values in tandem with your vision. 
• Questions to ask yourself when creating the core values of your business. 
• Real-life examples of how having a vision and values impact a business. 

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode or found any of the information helpful, check our website to learn more, and be sure to follow, rate, and review the podcast!

Tune in to more episodes to keep up with the latest trends in HR leadership and organizational effectiveness and tips on how to develop and lead a high-performing team!

Download our free Guide to Hiring Employee #1 - https://bit.ly/3W6N3Wq

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I’m hosting a free workshop called “Fix the Foundation: How First-Time Founders Can Stop Running on Chaos and Start Scaling with Clarity.”

In less than 45 minutes, I’ll show you the six areas most business owners overlook — and the exact systems you need to get your time back, hire smarter, and lead with confidence.

🎯 Save your seat at https://bit.ly/4l9orb6

 Let’s build a business that doesn’t run you.

👉 Ready to stop running your business on chaos and gut instinct?

Take the free People, Operations & Finance Scorecard — a 5-minute diagnostic to find out where your business is strong, where it’s stuck, and what to fix first.

🎯 Perfect for first-time founders who want to grow without burning out.

📩 Get your score instantly + a personalized follow-up with actionable next steps.

🔗 Take the Assessment now → https://forms.gle/m65U1GZBoneXvXDM8

Are you planning to hire in 2023? If so, it is vital that you remain up to date with current and new labor laws and best practices when it comes to bringing on a new employee. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about the top 5 things you need to know before you hire in 2023. 

Whether you’re an existing employer or plan to become one in the new year, it is in your best interest to set aside time to review and plan for any updates in your state and local labor laws. Brian not only shares what to expect in the new year but best practices you can use in conjunction with the new laws to come out on top. 

The 5 considerations that should be top of every employer's mind before going into the hiring process in 2023 are: 

1. Are you clear on the pay transparency disclosures that are required?
2. Will the applicant commit the unforgivable sin (of not getting along with their fellow coworkers) and how are you as the employer going to find out if the candidate is not a team player?
3. Are you as the employer following up with references provided by the applicant?
4. Do you understand the obligations when conducting non-criminal background checks?
5. Do you understand state and local criminal background check prohibitions?

*In this episode Brian speaks specifically to California law but it is important to check the laws in your state. If you are interested in getting regular updates pertaining to labor law updates, you can subscribe to our newsletter to receive those updates as they become available.

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Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode or found any of the information helpful, check our website to learn more, and be sure to follow, rate, and review the podcast!

Tune in to more episodes to keep up with the latest trends in HR leadership and organizational effectiveness and tips on how to develop and lead a high-performing team!

I’m hosting a free workshop called “Fix the Foundation: How First-Time Founders Can Stop Running on Chaos and Start Scaling with Clarity.”

In less than 45 minutes, I’ll show you the six areas most business owners overlook — and the exact systems you need to get your time back, hire smarter, and lead with confidence.

🎯 Save your seat at https://bit.ly/4l9orb6

 Let’s build a business that doesn’t run you.

👉 Ready to stop running your business on chaos and gut instinct?

Take the free People, Operations & Finance Scorecard — a 5-minute diagnostic to find out where your business is strong, where it’s stuck, and what to fix first.

🎯 Perfect for first-time founders who want to grow without burning out.

📩 Get your score instantly + a personalized follow-up with actionable next steps.

🔗 Take the Assessment now → https://forms.gle/m65U1GZBoneXvXDM8

We know that making the right hire is vitally important to your business and the impacts of a bad hiring decision costs money, time, and energy. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about improving your hiring batting average with a comprehensive job analysis!

In this episode, Brian talks about the negative effects of making a poor hiring choice and gives you the framework to work with so that you can make the best-informed decision on your next employee.

He also covers:

• What is a job analysis and how it is directly linked to the success of your business? 
• The framework you need to conduct a proper job analysis.
• The four methods you can use to be well-researched and well-informed on the job you are hiring for. 
• The benefits of creating a comprehensive job analysis. 

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode or found any of the information helpful, check our website to learn more, and be sure to follow, rate, and review the podcast!

Tune in to more episodes to keep up with the latest trends in HR leadership and organizational effectiveness and tips on how to develop and lead a high-performing team!

Download your free guide, The 18 Questions to Ask and Answer Before You Make Your First Hire - https://bit.ly/3W6N3Wq

I’m hosting a free workshop called “Fix the Foundation: How First-Time Founders Can Stop Running on Chaos and Start Scaling with Clarity.”

In less than 45 minutes, I’ll show you the six areas most business owners overlook — and the exact systems you need to get your time back, hire smarter, and lead with confidence.

🎯 Save your seat at https://bit.ly/4l9orb6

 Let’s build a business that doesn’t run you.

👉 Ready to stop running your business on chaos and gut instinct?

Take the free People, Operations & Finance Scorecard — a 5-minute diagnostic to find out where your business is strong, where it’s stuck, and what to fix first.

🎯 Perfect for first-time founders who want to grow without burning out.

📩 Get your score instantly + a personalized follow-up with actionable next steps.

🔗 Take the Assessment now → https://forms.gle/m65U1GZBoneXvXDM8

We hear stories of business owners complaining that they are having trouble finding motivated or qualified employees but we must remember there are so many things within our control. It may not be the market that's the problem but the marketing in the form of your job posting.  This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about the anatomy of a job posting that is guaranteed to attract the best candidates. 

In this episode, Brian explains the difference between a job posting and a job description and breaks down the 6 part framework you need to create a compelling job posting that attracts the right talent for your business. 

The 6 part framework Brian shares in this episode is as follows:

1. Perform a complete job analysis to understand exactly what you’re hiring for. 
2. Keep your job posting between 300-700 words. 
3. Make sure you have a clear, direct, and specific job title.
4. Describe the opportunity and create a picture of what it is like to work for the organization. 
5. Promote the employer's value proposition and the company’s values and culture. 
6. Structure the job posting in an organized way to highlight important information. 

Are you ready to hire but not where to start? Download our free Guide on the 18 Questions to Ask and Answer Before Making Your First Hire - https://bit.ly/3sGogvg

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode or found any of the information helpful, check our website to learn more, and be sure to follow, rate, and review the podcast!

Tune in to more episodes to keep up with the latest trends in HR leadership and organizational effectiveness and tips on how to develop and lead a high-performing team!

If you are interested in learning more about our Entrepreneur to the Employer Coaching program, you can learn more here -> https://bit.ly/3gd5hoM

I’m hosting a free workshop called “Fix the Foundation: How First-Time Founders Can Stop Running on Chaos and Start Scaling with Clarity.”

In less than 45 minutes, I’ll show you the six areas most business owners overlook — and the exact systems you need to get your time back, hire smarter, and lead with confidence.

🎯 Save your seat at https://bit.ly/4l9orb6

 Let’s build a business that doesn’t run you.

👉 Ready to stop running your business on chaos and gut instinct?

Take the free People, Operations & Finance Scorecard — a 5-minute diagnostic to find out where your business is strong, where it’s stuck, and what to fix first.

🎯 Perfect for first-time founders who want to grow without burning out.

📩 Get your score instantly + a personalized follow-up with actionable next steps.

🔗 Take the Assessment now → https://forms.gle/m65U1GZBoneXvXDM8