[S5, Ep22] Hiring Doesn't Have To Be Scary
The People Side of Business · 2025-10-30 · 22 min
Episode notes
Send us Fan Mail It’s spooky season - but let’s be honest, nothing’s scarier than trying to make your first (or next) hire. You’re standing at the edge of freedom in your business… but all you can think about are the horror stories. In this episode of Female Founder Unplugged, I’m breaking down how to take the fear out of hiring and bring clarity back into your leadership. Episode Highlights The #1 mindset shift: Stop hiring for relief and start hiring for results. How to define the real gap before you post the job. The 5-step framework I use with my clients to make confident, values-aligned hires. What to measure so you’ll know if your new hire is truly working out. How to spot (and stop) your own leadership traps before they derail a new team member. You don’t need a magic potion - just a clear plan. Tune in now and let’s make your next hire one that helps you actually sleep at night. And if you’re ready for one-on-one help to map out your hiring plan, book a Spark Session - one hour, one problem, one solution. Let’s make your next hire the best one yet.
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