Episode Summary: 

In this edition of Business Tip of the Month, we’re joined by Laura Dunbar, Co-Founder of Patriot Pool & Spa alongside her husband Hal. 

Listen in as Laura shares her hiring best practices. She explains why the best way to make a good impression on candidates is not only to have them prove themselves as a fit for the role, but also for you to prove why your company is a fit for their career goals. 

She gives her thoughts on streamlining your hiring and onboarding process, and what to consider when hiring younger versus more experienced professionals. 

Laura also talks about the importance of documenting every step of that process and ensuring that your company continually works to improve on its culture in order to attract and retain top talent. 

Topics Discussed: 

• 03:38 - Finding talent at Patriot and NPP 
• 05:00 - Making a good impression on candidates 
• 07:36 - Conducting effective interviews 
• 11:20 - How candidate goals have changed over time 
• 12:23 - Training new hires 
• 14:05 - Hiring experienced vs younger professionals