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When Not Vetting Leads to a Lawsuit with Jonathan Hard
Hiring in a Hurry? Beware of the Hidden Costs
What happens when you rush to fill a role without properly vetting a candidate? The consequences can be costly—both financially and legally. Many business owners have learned this lesson the hard way, including today's guest, Jonathan Hard, CEO of H2L Solutions.
In this episode, Jonathan shares a real-life hiring horror story that led to a lawsuit, exposing the dangers of transactional interviews and skipping reference checks. He and host Rick Girard break down how to properly vet candidates, avoid bad hires, and implement a hiring process that protects your business.
Key Takeaways:
03:15 – The risks of rushing to fill a position
08:45 – Red flags to watch for during the hiring process
14:30 – The costly mistake of skipping reference checks
22:50 – How a bad hire led to a lawsuit
29:10 – The importance of a structured vetting process
35:40 – Lessons learned: why hiring slow saves money and headaches
42:20 – Strategies to ensure new hires align with company values
Guest Links:
🔗 Jonathan Hard: LinkedIn
🔗 H2L Solutions: Website
Host Links:
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Hiring in a Hurry? Beware of the Hidden Costs
What happens when you rush to fill a role without properly vetting a candidate? The consequences can be costly—both financially and legally. Many business owners have learned this lesson the hard way, including today's guest, Jonathan Hard, CEO of H2L Solutions.
In this episode, Jonathan shares a real-life hiring horror story that led to a lawsuit, exposing the dangers of transactional interviews and skipping reference checks. He and host Rick Girard break down how to properly vet candidates, avoid bad hires, and implement a hiring process that protects your business.
Key Takeaways:
03:15 – The risks of rushing to fill a position
08:45 – Red flags to watch for during the hiring process
14:30 – The costly mistake of skipping reference checks
22:50 – How a bad hire led to a lawsuit
29:10 – The importance of a structured vetting process
35:40 – Lessons learned: why hiring slow saves money and headaches
42:20 – Strategies to ensure new hires align with company values
Guest Links:
🔗 Jonathan Hard: LinkedIn
🔗 H2L Solutions: Website
Host Links:
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