I made a major shift in how I hire, moving away from skill-first decisions and toward character-first leadership. I'll walk you through what wasn't working when I prioritized resumes and experience, the costly lessons that forced me to rethink my approach, and how hiring for character has completely changed my team, culture, and peace as a leader. If you've ever hired someone "on paper" who didn't work out in real life, this episode will give you a clearer, more sustainable way to build a team you actually trust.

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25 Profit-Focused Interview Questions To Guarantee You An A-Player ✨

https://pursuit.kartra.com/page/25questions

5 ChatGPT Prompts Exposing What's Bottlenecking Your Growth ✨

https://pursuit.kartra.com/page/5prompts

The Team Decision Playbook: So Nothing Lands Back on Your Desk ✨

https://pursuit.kartra.com/page/playbook

Your First Game-Changing Hire | A Free Masterclass Series ✨

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Every week, Amanda brings you actionable, simple, and highly strategic episodes that are meant to help you simplify, streamline, systemize, and scale your dream business...without the burnout and stress!

Catch us on Instagram @hirewithamanda - we'd love to chat with you about your dream business.

Connecting with business leaders is a huge passion for us and we can't wait to meet you!

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I'm sharing the side of being a working mom that rarely gets talked about… the positive, life-giving parts that don't always make it into the conversation. Beyond the exhaustion and juggle, there are unexpected strengths, perspective shifts, and quiet wins that have shaped how I lead, work, and live. If you're a working mom who loves her kids and her career (and sometimes feels conflicted about both), this episode will feel honest, encouraging, and deeply validating.

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25 Profit-Focused Interview Questions To Guarantee You An A-Player ✨

https://pursuit.kartra.com/page/25questions

5 ChatGPT Prompts Exposing What's Bottlenecking Your Growth ✨

https://pursuit.kartra.com/page/5prompts

The Team Decision Playbook: So Nothing Lands Back on Your Desk ✨

https://pursuit.kartra.com/page/playbook

Your First Game-Changing Hire | A Free Masterclass Series ✨

—> Learn how to attract, hire, and retain A-player employees so that you can grow your business and get things off of your plate

https://pursuit.kartra.com/page/training

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ABOUT US ↓

Every week, Amanda brings you actionable, simple, and highly strategic episodes that are meant to help you simplify, streamline, systemize, and scale your dream business...without the burnout and stress!

Catch us on Instagram @hirewithamanda - we'd love to chat with you about your dream business.

Connecting with business leaders is a huge passion for us and we can't wait to meet you!

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I'm breaking down the number one thing I've seen quietly destroy team culture, often without leaders realizing it's happening. I'll walk you through what this culture killer looks like in real life, why it spreads so fast, and exactly how I address it before it turns into disengagement, resentment, or turnover. If you want a team that feels healthy, aligned, and genuinely enjoyable to lead, this episode will help you spot the issue early and deal with it in a clear, confident way.

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25 Profit-Focused Interview Questions To Guarantee You An A-Player ✨

https://pursuit.kartra.com/page/25questions

5 ChatGPT Prompts Exposing What's Bottlenecking Your Growth ✨

https://pursuit.kartra.com/page/5prompts

The Team Decision Playbook: So Nothing Lands Back on Your Desk ✨

https://pursuit.kartra.com/page/playbook

Your First Game-Changing Hire | A Free Masterclass Series ✨

—> Learn how to attract, hire, and retain A-player employees so that you can grow your business and get things off of your plate

https://pursuit.kartra.com/page/training

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ABOUT US ↓

Every week, Amanda brings you actionable, simple, and highly strategic episodes that are meant to help you simplify, streamline, systemize, and scale your dream business...without the burnout and stress!

Catch us on Instagram @hirewithamanda - we'd love to chat with you about your dream business.

Connecting with business leaders is a huge passion for us and we can't wait to meet you!

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Today we're talking about how to bring a new hire into your business smoothly, without creating tension, confusion, or quiet resistance within your existing team. I'm sharing practical, real-world strategies to help you integrate someone new in a way that feels clear, respectful, and aligned for everyone involved. If you've ever worried about stepping on toes, disrupting team dynamics, or accidentally creating an "us vs. them" feeling, this episode will give you a simple framework to onboard new team members while strengthening trust and cohesion across your team.

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FREE RESOURCES ↓

25 Profit-Focused Interview Questions To Guarantee You An A-Player ✨

https://pursuit.kartra.com/page/25questions

5 ChatGPT Prompts Exposing What's Bottlenecking Your Growth ✨

https://pursuit.kartra.com/page/5prompts

The Team Decision Playbook: So Nothing Lands Back on Your Desk ✨

https://pursuit.kartra.com/page/playbook

Your First Game-Changing Hire | A Free Masterclass Series ✨

—> Learn how to attract, hire, and retain A-player employees so that you can grow your business and get things off of your plate

https://pursuit.kartra.com/page/training

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______________________________________________________

ABOUT US ↓

Every week, Amanda brings you actionable, simple, and highly strategic episodes that are meant to help you simplify, streamline, systemize, and scale your dream business...without the burnout and stress!

Catch us on Instagram @hirewithamanda - we'd love to chat with you about your dream business.

Connecting with business leaders is a huge passion for us and we can't wait to meet you!

______________________________________________________

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I'm pulling back the curtain on my very first year of business and sharing three unexpected lessons I wish someone had told me sooner. These aren't the shiny, highlight-reel takeaways, they're the real, behind-the-scenes truths that shaped how I work, lead, and make decisions today. If you're in your early stages of entrepreneurship (or honestly, even if you're years in and still figuring things out), this conversation will help you feel less alone, more grounded, and clearer on what actually matters in that first year.

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FREE RESOURCES ↓

25 Profit-Focused Interview Questions To Guarantee You An A-Player ✨

https://pursuit.kartra.com/page/25questions

5 ChatGPT Prompts Exposing What's Bottlenecking Your Growth ✨

https://pursuit.kartra.com/page/5prompts

The Team Decision Playbook: So Nothing Lands Back on Your Desk ✨

https://pursuit.kartra.com/page/playbook

Your First Game-Changing Hire | A Free Masterclass Series ✨

—> Learn how to attract, hire, and retain A-player employees so that you can grow your business and get things off of your plate

https://pursuit.kartra.com/page/training

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______________________________________________________

ABOUT US ↓

Every week, Amanda brings you actionable, simple, and highly strategic episodes that are meant to help you simplify, streamline, systemize, and scale your dream business...without the burnout and stress!

Catch us on Instagram @hirewithamanda - we'd love to chat with you about your dream business.

Connecting with business leaders is a huge passion for us and we can't wait to meet you!

______________________________________________________

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You know those little things in business that just click? The tools that save you hours, the habits that keep you grounded, and the mindsets that quietly 10x your results? In this episode, I'm spilling all my current obsessions in business: the exact softwares, systems, Instagram accounts, and thought patterns that are helping me make more money with less scatter-brain syndrome. Think of it like a behind-the-scenes peek into what's actually working for me right now as a CEO, mom, and leader who's obsessed with efficiency and peace.

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Your First Game-Changing Hire | A Free Masterclass Series

—> Learn how to attract, hire, and retain A-player employees so that you can grow your business and get things off of your plate

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______________________________________________________

ABOUT US ↓

Every week, Amanda brings you actionable, simple, and highly strategic episodes that are meant to help you simplify, streamline, systemize, and scale your dream business...without the burnout and stress!

Catch us on Instagram @hirewithamanda - we'd love to chat with you about your dream business.

Connecting with business leaders is a huge passion for us and we can't wait to meet you!

______________________________________________________

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I've made my fair share of hiring mistakes, the kind that leave you lying awake at night wondering, "How did I miss that?" Over time though, I've learned that certain red flags will always reveal themselves early… if you know what to look for. In today's episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on the 4 hiring red flags that instantly earn a "no" from me. These are the subtle (but dangerous) signs I've learned to never ignore, and the ones that could save you months of stress, team drama, and expensive do-overs.

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Your First Game-Changing Hire | A Free Masterclass Series

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______________________________________________________

ABOUT US ↓

Every week, Amanda brings you actionable, simple, and highly strategic episodes that are meant to help you simplify, streamline, systemize, and scale your dream business...without the burnout and stress!

Catch us on Instagram @hirewithamanda - we'd love to chat with you about your dream business.

Connecting with business leaders is a huge passion for us and we can't wait to meet you!

______________________________________________________

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Today I'm breaking down the exact things I cut costs on without guilt and the areas I invest heavily in because they give massive returns…in both peace and profit. From business tools to personal support to mindset investments, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at how I make spending decisions as a CEO and mom who values freedom, stewardship, and long-term sustainability over shiny quick wins.

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Your First Game-Changing Hire | A Free Masterclass Series

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______________________________________________________

ABOUT US ↓

Every week, Amanda brings you actionable, simple, and highly strategic episodes that are meant to help you simplify, streamline, systemize, and scale your dream business...without the burnout and stress!

Catch us on Instagram @hirewithamanda - we'd love to chat with you about your dream business.

Connecting with business leaders is a huge passion for us and we can't wait to meet you!

______________________________________________________

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What if productivity wasn't about doing more, but about creating space to actually live more? In this episode, we're diving into why the entire world should adopt a 4-day work week (and yes, why you should too!). From higher creativity to happier teams to less burnout, the data, and my own experience, prove that working less doesn't mean achieving less. It means working smarter, leading better, and finally having the energy to enjoy the life you've been building so hard for.

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Your First Game-Changing Hire | A Free Masterclass Series

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______________________________________________________

ABOUT US ↓

Every week, Amanda brings you actionable, simple, and highly strategic episodes that are meant to help you simplify, streamline, systemize, and scale your dream business...without the burnout and stress!

Catch us on Instagram @hirewithamanda - we'd love to chat with you about your dream business.

Connecting with business leaders is a huge passion for us and we can't wait to meet you!

______________________________________________________

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Let's talk about something most entrepreneurs don't share enough: what it actually looks like to outsource in your personal life. Because yes, I'm a CEO… but I'm also a wife, a mom, and a human who only has 24 hours in a day. In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on the things I personally outsource at home, from groceries to laundry to mental load tasks, and how it's completely changed the way our family functions. This isn't about being "too good" to do it all. It's about building a life that feels peaceful, present, and aligned with your values (without burning out in the process).

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Your First Game-Changing Hire | A Free Masterclass Series

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______________________________________________________

ABOUT US ↓

Every week, Amanda brings you actionable, simple, and highly strategic episodes that are meant to help you simplify, streamline, systemize, and scale your dream business...without the burnout and stress!

Catch us on Instagram @hirewithamanda - we'd love to chat with you about your dream business.

Connecting with business leaders is a huge passion for us and we can't wait to meet you!

______________________________________________________

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