What should you listen for when interviewing a candidate? What kind of questions should you ask? Shelli is serving up some of her favorite, compelling interview questions. These questions will help you use facts along with your intuition to shortlist your candidates. She also shares some insights about what you should be listening for in the interview – what your candidates don’t tell you is just as valuable as what they do tell you! Hosting an interview is really hosting a conversation where your job is to prompt the person to open up and talk, and Shelli has just the tips for that. Join the BizChix Community Other Links Mentioned:  Get your FREE download of Interview questions!  Work with Us:  Programs Overview VIP Day One:One Coaching Leadership Lab Six Figures Lab  Listen to The BizChix Podcast Join the BizChix Community This episode was first published at BizChix.com/syt-96. Listen to our sister podcast, BizChix, on your app or at BizChix.com. 

96: How to Interview

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Have you ever thought that your 1:1 meetings with your team members could be better?    Today, I’m uncovering the crucial errors leaders often make during these personal discussions—and how you can avoid them. Whether you're just starting out with 1:1’s or you're an experienced leader looking to fine-tune your skills, you’ll learn how to ensure that each team member leaves their 1:1 feeling heard, clear on their next steps, and genuinely connected to their work.   Work with Shelli Warren:  Apply now to join the Leadership Lab. Apply now to join the Leadership Lab 101. Enroll your key team members into the TEAM Leader Program. Learn more about Personal Guided Development from Shelli.  Confidence Starts Here:  Get the Ask Shelli scripts to know what to say and how to say it.  Free Resources:  Click here to get the 12 Ways to Motivate Your Team Without a Pay Raise guide. Click here for free resources and tools from Stacking Your Team. Click here to get the guide on how to position your role as their next best career move.  Connect with Shelli Warren:  Email: leader@stackingyourteam.com Instagram LinkedIn Subscribe to the Stacking Your Team Newsletter 

313: What Leaders Get Wrong With Their 1:1 Meetings

From the top choices for purchasing turnkey businesses to the key factors influencing the sale price, we’re diving into your team's crucial role in positioning your business for a successful sale.  Learn about the seven key result areas that potential buyers evaluate, and discover how your team's stability, efficiency, and leadership can significantly impact the value placed on your business.  Tune in to today’s episode whether you have a brick-and-mortar or online business because now is the time to strategize for the future and maximize your team's potential.   Work with Shelli Warren:  Apply now to join the Leadership Lab. Apply now to join the Leadership Lab 101. Enroll your key team members into the TEAM Leader Program. Learn more about Personal Guided Development from Shelli.  Confidence Starts Here:  Get the Ask Shelli scripts to know what to say and how to say it.  Free Resources:  Click here to get the 12 Ways to Motivate Your Team Without a Pay Raise guide. Click here for free resources and tools from Stacking Your Team. Click here to get the guide on how to position your role as their next best career move.  Connect with Shelli Warren:  Email: leader@stackingyourteam.com Instagram LinkedIn Subscribe to the Stacking Your Team Newsletter 

312: Preparing to Sell Your Business: Will Your Team Enhance the Price Point?

Highly billable team members deserve all the love and if you’ve been wondering when a bonus is a great idea for your team versus commissions today’s episode is for you. You’ll meet sales expert Nikki Rausch and hear some strategies you can use today to create balance between incentivizing client acquisition and fostering a quality-first approach to sales.  Tune in as we delve into the mechanics of a points-based reward system, designed to not just boost sales, but to bolster the lifetime value of your clients. Get Your FREE Closing the Sale Ebook from Nikki Rausch Work with Shelli Warren:  Apply now to join the Leadership Lab. Apply now to join the Leadership Lab 101. Enroll your key team members into the TEAM Leader Program. Learn more about Personal Guided Development from Shelli.  Confidence Starts Here:  Get the Ask Shelli scripts to know what to say and how to say it.  Free Resources:  Click here to get the 12 Ways to Motivate Your Team Without a Pay Raise guide. Click here for free resources and tools from Stacking Your Team. Click here to get the guide on how to position your role as their next best career move.  Connect with Nikki Rausch:  Instagram LinkedIn Tune into the Sales Maven Podcast  Connect with Shelli Warren:  Email: leader@stackingyourteam.com Instagram LinkedIn Subscribe to the Stacking Your Team Newsletter 

311: Leading Sales and Service Delivery Team Members with Nikki Rausch

In this on-air coaching episode with a chiropractic practice owner, she’s been grappling with the challenges of team reliability.   Let’s explore the importance of uncovering the root causes of unreliability and supporting team members through personal challenges while emphasizing the need for accountability. Tune in and hear how we tackle the sticky issues of leadership development, fostering a culture where team members think proactively and the crucial role of setting boundaries to ensure the health of the work dynamic.  Work with Shelli Warren:  Apply now to join the Leadership Lab. Apply now to join the Leadership Lab 101. Enroll your key team members into the TEAM Leader Program. Learn more about Personal Guided Development from Shelli.  Confidence Starts Here:  Get the Ask Shelli scripts to know what to say and how to say it.  Free Resources:  Click here to get the 12 Ways to Motivate Your Team Without a Pay Raise guide. Click here for free resources and tools from Stacking Your Team. Click here to get the guide on how to position your role as their next best career move.  Connect with Shelli Warren:  Email: leader@stackingyourteam.com Instagram LinkedIn Subscribe to the Stacking Your Team Newsletter 

310: Chiro Clinic Owner Coaching Call: Overcoming the Challenge of Unreliable Team Members

In this on-air coaching episode with a dietitian clinic owner, we explore strategies for her to set some of her billable team members up to take on new responsibilities as they shift into leadership roles. Tune in and hear how I convince her to consider supporting her most profitable service providers to focus on streamlining operations, anticipating growth, and mentoring team members. While it may seem daunting initially, the long-term benefits are substantial and can drive significant revenue growth. We're unpacking everything from how to direct your efforts into supporting your most profitable revenue streams and the people who provide those services to adjusting your thinking about leveraging non-billable time for highly talented team members. Everything we talk through today aims to boost the bottom line while ensuring a smooth operational flow.    Work with Shelli Warren:  Apply now to join the Leadership Lab. Apply now to join the Leadership Lab 101. Enroll your key team members into the TEAM Leader Program. Learn more about Personal Guided Development from Shelli.  Confidence Starts Here:  Get the Ask Shelli scripts to know what to say and how to say it.  Free Resources:  Click here to get the 12 Ways to Motivate Your Team Without a Pay Raise guide. Click here for free resources and tools from Stacking Your Team. Click here to get the guide on how to position your role as their next best career move.  Connect with Shelli Warren:  Email: leader@stackingyourteam.com Instagram LinkedIn Subscribe to the Stacking Your Team Newsletter 

96: How to Interview

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