Building the Dream Team - How to Hire The Best Employees (And Keep Them)

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In Episode of The ASOM Pod, the hosts Jimmy Kim (CIO and founder of Sendlane) and John Roman (CEO and co-founder of BattlBox), Amer Grozdanic (CEO & Co-Founder of Praella) and Bryan MacDonald (Director of Ecommerce at Oma’s Pride explore the art of building a dream team.

With a combined 55 years of business experience, we provide actionable insights into hiring strategies, from resume preferences and personality tests to interview experiences and employee compensation.

We also discuss the importance of cultural fit, proactive job hunting, and thorough candidate research.

We’ll explore the hiring process step-by-step, from crafting the perfect job description to conducting effective job interviews. Learn how to select high performers who not only fit your company culture but also contribute to long-term employee retention and engagement.

Additionally, this episode offers invaluable insights for employees looking to stand out in a competitive job market.

Whether you’re an employer seeking to hire the right people for your small business or an employee aiming to impress during the recruitment process, this video has something for everyone.

Join us as we discuss the importance of team building, leadership skills, and employee development that can significantly enhance your organization’s success. Tune in to gain practical knowledge that will help

you hire top talent and keep them motivated for years to come!

Learn the significance of hiring advice, headhunting techniques, and much more in this engaging episode.

Tune in for valuable tips on navigating the competitive job market and crafting a successful team.

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00:00 Intro Teaser

01:54 Introduction to the ASOM Pod

02:23 Meet the Hosts

03:38 Shoutouts to Sponsors and Partners: Recharge, Gorgias and Creators Combine

04:54 Building the Dream Team: Hiring Strategies

05:53 Effective Hiring and Recruiting Tactics

18:27 The Role of Culture in Hiring

21:35 Using Personality Tests for Better Hiring Decisions

27:05 Resume Tips and Common Mistakes

27:27 Job Hopping: Causes and Consequences

27:55 The Role of Compensation in Job Retention

29:08 Interviewing: A Two-Way Street

29:36 The Importance of Cultural Fit

35:27 Global Competition in the Job Market

40:27 Headhunting and Building a Talent Bench

44:01 Effective Interview Strategies

48:25 Final Thoughts and Advice for Employers

55:10 Next Episode Preview

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