In this episode, Ryan Englin shares his business approach, emphasizing on employee retention strategies. He discusses the importance of cross-functional training, preparing for craft workers' retirement, and the role of job titles in recruitment. Englin also talks about overcoming biases in hiring, the balance of A-players and B-players, and the significance of niche specialization. The episode concludes with recruiting and retention advice and a brief introduction to his book, "Hire Better Faster".
Connect with Ryan Englin -
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanenglin/
Website: https://corematters.com/
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Hire-Better-People-Faster-Attracting/dp/1544536178
Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJyPu1877zyRaOvxfa6HA0IvCcx0h0Df1
Connect with Justin & Will -
Will's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willforet/
Justin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justneagle/
Learn More & Connect With Spot Migration -
Website: https://www.spotmigration.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spot-migration
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spotmigration
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Spotmigration
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(0:00) Introduction to hosts, podcast and guest, Ryan Englin
(0:32) Sponsor message
(2:14) Ryan Englin's Business Approach and Views on Hiring vs Retention
(9:21) Vision, Cross-Functional Training, and Company Cohesion
(16:01) Training New Employees and Preparing for Retirement of Craft Workers
(21:12) Challenges in Changing Established Business Practices and Policies
(24:55) Authenticity and Vulnerability in Business and Recruitment
(33:37) Overcoming Biases in Hiring and Introduction to Ryan Englin's book, "Hire Better Faster"
(40:20) Balancing A-players and B-players, and Role of Job Titles in Recruitment
(54:17) Job Seeking Advice and Useful Technologies for Recruitment
(1:03:00) Importance of Niche Specialization and Final Thoughts
(1:07:00) Closing Remarks and Contact Information for Ryan Englin
(1:09:00) Outro and reminders for listeners