In this episode, Scott Hess (tax and business consultant) and John Barton (small business owner) dive into the challenges and strategies of managing seasonal employees. As the holiday season approaches, they discuss the importance of planning, recruiting, onboarding, and offboarding seasonal staff—whether you run a retail shop, a service business, or anything with peak periods.

Scott and John share personal stories, practical tips, and a four-phase method to help small business owners forecast staffing needs, streamline hiring, train new team members, and retain top performers for future seasons. They also touch on the realities of seasonal work, from gig economy trends to the value of treating temporary staff with respect and providing growth opportunities.

Whether you’re gearing up for a busy season or just want to improve your hiring process, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help your business thrive during high-demand periods.