Bästa First Time Entrepreneur podcaster (2024)

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How to Build a Hiring Process That Finds Your Perfect Employee 22:04

5d ago22:04

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Send us a text In today’s episode of the *Entrepreneur to Employer* podcast, we’re diving into one of the most crucial steps in building a successful business: creating a hiring process that brings in your ideal employees. We’ll guide you through designing a hiring strategy that fills open roles and attracts candidates who align with your company c…

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Learn to Overcome Fear Based Decisions - A 10 Step Guide 17:12

3M ago17:12

17:12

Send us a text Brian Montes discusses the importance of overcoming fear-based decisions as a business owner in this episode. He explains that fear can hinder business growth and lead to reactionary and cautious decision-making. Common triggers of fear in business include financial instability, intense competition, and sudden market changes. Brian p…

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The Seven Steps to a Scalable Sales System 13:37

4M ago13:37

13:37

Send us a text In this episode, Brian Montes discusses the importance of creating a sales system for business growth. He emphasizes that hiring salespeople is not always the best solution and instead recommends focusing on developing a strategic sales system. He outlines seven steps to create a scalable sales system, including identifying the targe…

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The Small Business Guide to Offering a 401K 25:06

4M ago25:06

25:06

Send us a text In this episode, Brian Montes interviews Jevon Thomas, a director of retirement plans, about the importance of offering 401k plans and retirement plans as a retention strategy for small businesses. They discuss California's regulatory landscape and companies' legal obligations to provide retirement plans. They also explore how 401k p…

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Mastering Team Development Through Mentorship 12:11

5M ago12:11

12:11

Send us a text In this episode, Brian Montes discusses the power of mentorship in business success. He explains what makes a great mentor and highlights the importance of investing in mentorship training and development. Brian also emphasizes the need to recognize and reward mentorship excellence and encourages cross-disciplinary mentoring to foste…

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The Most Common Challenges Business Owners Face with Time, Team and Money (and how to overcome them) 32:44

5M ago32:44

32:44

Send us a text In this episode, Brian Montes discusses the challenges that business owners face in three key areas: time, team, and money. He provides insights and solutions for each challenge, such as creating a time management plan, developing an operations and training manual, implementing a team meeting rhythm, and establishing a cash gap plan.…

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Strategic KPI Development for Business Owners 14:48

5M ago14:48

14:48

Send us a text In this episode, Brian Montes discusses the importance of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for business owners and provides insights on developing and utilizing KPIs effectively. He covers KPIs' definition, significance for business growth, and specific KPIs to track across various business functions. Additionally, he outlines key q…

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The BEST Way to Generate Leads for Your Business - Business Growth Tips 17:17

6M ago17:17

17:17

Send us a text In this episode, Brian Montes discusses the importance of lead generation for business owners and explores different strategies for generating leads. He categorizes these strategies into two main approaches: farming and hunting. Farming strategies focus on cultivating relationships over time, including content marketing, email market…

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Bridging Generations in the Workplace: A Leadership Guide to Harmonizing a Multi-Generational Team 18:07

6M ago18:07

18:07

Send us a text In this episode, Brian Montes discusses the challenges of managing a multi-generational workforce. He emphasizes the need to challenge harmful stereotypes and appreciate the unique preferences, habits, and behaviors that each generation brings. Navigating the complexities of a multi-generational workforce can feel like walking a tigh…

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One Specific Leadership Style To Drive Your Team to Optimal Success 15:16

7M ago15:16

15:16

Send us a text In this episode, Brian Montes discusses the importance of leadership in business and shares his insights on a specific leadership technique that can optimize team performance. He emphasizes the need for a healthy culture and solid leadership to build a sustainable and profitable business. Brian highlights the significance of both int…

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Transform Your Employer Brand and Recruiting by Building a World Class Candidate Experience 17:22

7M ago17:22

17:22

Send us a text Imagine transforming your hiring process into an authentic journey that not only entices top talent but also leaves every candidate with a positive impression of your brand. I'm Brian Montes, and in this episode, we dive into the heart of effective talent acquisition, sharing personal insights from years on the front lines of intervi…

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Elevating Leadership and Culture: A Blueprint for Scaling Your Business with Claire Chandler's Talent Boost Insights 33:20

7M ago33:20

33:20

Send us a text Embark on a journey that promises to redefine your entrepreneurial horizon with insights from Claire Chandler, the powerhouse behind Talent Boost, whose 25 years of HR and business strategy expertise are set to supercharge your leadership skills and company culture. As your host, I'm thrilled to share this transformative conversation…

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Fortifying Your Business Finances: Mastering Cash Flow Management and Unveiling Growth Strategies 17:03

7M ago17:03

17:03

Send us a text Unlock the secrets to bulletproofing your business against the tidal waves of financial uncertainty with our latest episode, where I take you through the life-saving tactics of cash flow management. As a staggering 82% of small businesses are crushed by cash flow mismanagement, it's time to armor up – and we've got the six essential …

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Mastering Compassionate Leadership: The Entrepreneur's Guide to Graceful Employee Termination 15:49

7M ago15:49

15:49

Send us a text Navigating the tough terrain of employee termination is as crucial as it is challenging. Join me, Brian Montes, on the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast where we discuss the complexities of letting team members go—a stark reality in the journey of leadership. This isn't your typical run-of-the-mill advice; we're going beyond the basic…

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Scaling with Purpose: The Masterclass in Growing Your Business with Vision and Culture 14:33

8M ago14:33

14:33

Send us a text In this episode, Brian Montes discusses the best practices for scaling a business. He emphasizes the importance of having a solid foundation and consistent revenues before scaling. The first chapter focuses on getting the leadership team on board and constantly reinforcing the vision. The second chapter highlights the significance of…

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Pivoting for Success - Knowing When a Business Pivot is Necessary 13:41

9M ago13:41

13:41

Send us a text In this episode, Brian Montes discusses the importance of knowing when to pivot your business. He emphasizes that pivoting is not a sign of failure but rather a strategic decision to shift courses and capitalize on new opportunities. Brian provides examples of successful business pivots, such as Netflix, Instagram, and Slack. He also…

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Cracking the Code of Company Culture: 4 Signs Your Employer Brand is Damaged 12:24

9M ago12:24

12:24

Send us a text Are you constantly battling with a revolving door of employees and anemic hiring pools? In this episode I pull back the curtain to reveal the subtle, yet detrimental signs of a faltering company culture and its dire effects on your business's appeal to potential talent. A strong employer brand isn't just about attracting top-notch ca…

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Transforming Team Feedback: 18 Strategies for Leadership Success and Team Growth 18:35

9M ago18:35

18:35

Send us a text Have you ever wondered how to turn feedback into a powerful tool for team growth, sidestepping the dreaded performance reviews? Join me as I unravel the art of delivering impactful feedback, ensuring your leadership not only resonates but also cultivates a thriving team culture. This episode is stacked with 18 strategies designed to …

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Navigating the Challenges of Hiring Family in Your Business: Strategies for Blending Personal and Professional 10:14

10M ago10:14

10:14

Send us a text Ever wondered what it's like to bring family into the fold of your growing business? It's a dance of delicate balance that we unpack in today's discussion, where I pull back the curtain on the complexities of turning your entrepreneurial venture into a family affair. As we transition from solo freelancers to employers, the question o…

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Mastering the Art of SMARTER Goals for Exceptional Business Outcomes 9:40

10M ago9:40

9:40

Send us a text Ever wondered how to magnify the impact of your goals and turn them into the engines of your business's growth? Celebrate with me as we mark the vital leap from entrepreneur to employer, and learn how the enhanced SMARTER framework—adding motivation and contextual relevance—can revolutionize your objectives. We'll break down the impo…

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The first 3 Steps to Making Your Hybrid Work Strategy Successful 9:08

11M ago9:08

9:08

Send us a text As we continue to look at the future of work, we can expect to see a rise in a hybrid work model as many employers who want employees to return to the office are trying to balance out remote and in-office schedules. The days of working in an office Monday-Friday are fading out and a more flexible work model is being adopted across ma…

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3 Ways Start-Ups Can Build a Cost Effective HR Foundation 13:04

11M ago13:04

13:04

Send us a text As you bring new employees into your business, HR becomes a necessary part of your business foundation. Whether you have 1 or 100 employees, having an HR program is going to be essential to keeping updated documents, onboarding, and offboarding team members, setting appropriate expectations, and navigating any issues that come up. Th…

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Set Clear Employee Expectations in Less Than One Hour 11:51

11M ago11:51

11:51

Send us a text Setting expectations for your employees is critical if you want them to be successful. By setting clear expectations, you’re essentially giving your team a cheat sheet or a direct roadmap to success. Unspoken objectives and expectations are never going to be met. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about a …

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Stay Interview Questions You Can Use to Proactively Approach Employee Retention 19:32

12M ago19:32

19:32

Send us a text Last week on the podcast, I shared the importance of taking a proactive approach to employee retention by holding stay interviews with your employees. This week, I wanted to share some of the questions you can ask to get helpful insight from your employees that will influence the decisions you make as it applies to employee retention…

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The Power of Stay Interviews to Increase Employee Retention 14:36

1y ago14:36

14:36

Send us a text Employees are asking themselves the question “Should I stay or should I go?” more than you’d like to believe. If you avoid having stay conversations with your employees and wait until they’ve already decided to quit, it’s going to be too late to change their minds. Once the employee has decided to leave the company, they already have…

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The Top 5 Traits to Look for When Hiring 15:52

1y ago15:52

15:52

Send us a text Episode # 61 - Assembling your dream team is like crafting a winning recipe for success and this means looking past the “perfect” resume and looking for the specific traits that will allow you to find an employee that will be a phenomenal addition to your team. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about the …

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Never Assume Why Your Employee is Underperforming 14:47

1y ago14:47

14:47

Send us a text Sometimes when it comes to managing employee expectations and underperformance, we as employers can overlook very simple solutions and overcomplicate the process, all while unintentionally alienating the employee. Employee issues are not black and white. More often than not, it takes some digging to uncover the underlying issues that…

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What is Revenue by Employee and How Do You Increase It? 31:49

1y ago31:49

31:49

Send us a text Revenue by Employees is a powerful indicator that can make or break a business. It is the magic number that reveals how efficiently a company is utilizing its workforce to generate income. But it’s not just about crunching numbers. It’s about deciphering the very DNA of business performance and the key to unlocking productivity, prof…

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7 Powerful Questions to Improve Employee Retention 20:33

1y ago20:33

20:33

Send us a text The days of someone working at a job their whole life and retiring with that same company are behind us. Fortunately, there are some things still within our control that we can leverage to motivate employees to stay longer at our companies. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about 7 powerful questions to i…

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Transitioning from a Solopreneur to Building and Leading a High Performing Team 14:55

1y ago14:55

14:55

Send us a text When you start your business as a solopreneur, you’ve essentially created a job for yourself and the business cannot run without you. But as you’re looking to grow and scale your business into something that can exit, you’ll need to build your team and multiply your efforts. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast…

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Make Sure Your Team is ABLE and CAPABLE Before Asking for Accountability 14:22

1y ago14:22

14:22

Send us a text Accountability is always a topic of discussion for business leaders and while it is great in theory, it is never going to work if your team members are not able and capable of upholding this accountability. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about the shared path to accountability! In this episode, Brian s…

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One of the Best Questions to Ask When Hiring 10:15

1y ago10:15

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Send us a text As an employer, we are always looking for ways to improve our hiring process so that over time, we can increase our odds of making better and more aligned hiring decisions. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about the best job interview questions you can ask. In this episode, Brian talks about why you shou…

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The 6 Steps to Building Your Own Talent Factory 13:55

1y ago13:55

13:55

Send us a text No matter where we are in the economic cycle, the number one thing I hear from business owners, leaders, and hiring managers is that they can’t seem to find good talent. And at the end of the day, there are many things that are within our control when it comes to hiring great talent. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employe…

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7 Mindset Elements to Help You Build a Sustainable Business 15:05

1y ago15:05

15:05

Send us a text Mindset is a huge component of success. How we tackle each day, how we handle setbacks, and how we persevere can make or break our business. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about 7 mindset elements to help you build a sustainable business! We know that hard work and repeatable processes are just not eno…

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How to Prevent Key Person Syndrome in Your Business 12:54

1y ago12:54

12:54

Send us a text Preventing key person syndrome needs to be a top priority for you and your business. When you have people in your business that act as key people or a single point of failure over their knowledge, if this person takes a day off or unexpectedly quits, the knowledge they carry leaves with them creating a massive problem for the continu…

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Building Your Business to Fit Your Life with Marc Adams, Founder and CEO of Next Level Business Advisors 36:42

1y ago36:42

36:42

Send us a text As an entrepreneur, you are in control. You are responsible for hiring employees, leading those employees, and overall, building your business to fit the lifestyle you want to live. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about building your business to fit your life! In this episode, Brian and Marc talk about …

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How to Give Honest, Actionable Feedback That Moves the Needle 15:05

1+ y ago15:05

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Send us a text Most companies are doing their mid-year reviews and giving their employees feedback in the process. It is so important when you’re giving your employees feedback that you’re giving them honest and actionable feedback that guarantees results. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about how to give honest, acti…

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Avoid Compliance Creep with an HR Audit 23:33

1+ y ago23:33

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Send us a text What often happens is when you first start hiring employees, your paperwork is accurate and you have a compliant HR foundation for your business. Over time, as you grow and get busier, this compliance may start to slip and what we call compliance creep starts to set in. That being said, while you’re doing your mid-year reviews, it’s …

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How to Manage Social Media Misconduct in Your Company 17:31

1+ y ago17:31

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Send us a text With how prevalent social media has become, there is a rising need for companies to establish policies to provide clarity around what is acceptable and prevent potential issues that may arise as social media continues to become a bigger part of our business. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about how to …

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Don't Make These Common I-9 Form Mistakes 8:38

1+ y ago8:38

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Send us a text For those not familiar, the I-9 form is an important document that verifies the identity and employment eligibility of every employee hired within the U.S. Unfortunately, many business owners make mistakes when completing and managing these forms which can lead to compliance issues and potential legal consequences. This week’s Entrep…

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Stupid (and Illegal) Interview Questions You Should Never Ask 17:03

1+ y ago17:03

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Send us a text There is a lot to consider when it comes to running an HR-compliant business and sometimes business owners violate the law without intending to or realizing it. When it comes to hiring especially, there are certain questions that are considered discriminatory and are both inappropriate and illegal to ask. In this week’s episode of th…

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Shifting Your Mindset to Achieve Greater Success in Business with Peggy Easterling of the Mindset School 39:50

1+ y ago39:50

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Send us a text As entrepreneurs and as leaders, so much of our success in life and business is driven by our mindset and there are situations that we come across where our mindset can make or break us. That’s why this week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about shifting your mindset to achieve greater business success! In this e…

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The 7 Habits of Founders That Might Actually Kill Your Business 14:32

1+ y ago14:32

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Send us a text Building a business not only requires a great idea and a lot of hard work but it also requires you to adopt healthy habits as a founder. Unfortunately, there are some habits that if left unchecked can have detrimental effects on your business’ growth and sustainability. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is a…

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Employer Value Proposition - Your Magnet For Attracting Top Talent 19:52

1+ y ago19:52

19:52

Send us a text I hear so many business owners struggling to find people that want to work and I feel that it is my role to help you make the mindset shift and stop focusing on the things you can’t control and start working on what you can. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about using your EVP as a magnet for top talent…

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Lessons in Starting, Scaling, and Exiting Your Business with Tammy Alvarez, Founder of the Career Winners Circle 32:52

1+ y ago32:52

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Send us a text As a business owner, when you’re able to grow your business to the point where you’re able to focus on the things you’re passionate about, you're able to both serve yourself and your clients best. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about lessons in starting, scaling, and exiting your business. In this epis…

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The Great Retention: Motivating Your Employees to Grow With Your Company with Jim Downes of Blueprint CFO 32:05

1+ y ago32:05

32:05

Send us a text “Time and time again we came back to this idea that our clients don’t come first, our people, our employees come first.” - Jim When your employees are happy and feel fulfilled in their roles, it becomes this trickle-down effect that positively impacts everyone in the company as well as the clients you serve. This week’s episode of th…

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The 8 Things Leaders Do That Make Employees Quit 27:26

1+ y ago27:26

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Send us a text We all know that retaining an employee costs much less than recruiting and hiring a new one and one of the easiest ways to retain an employee is to become self-aware of the things you as the leader may be doing that is driving them to quit. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about 8 things leaders do that …

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Discover How to Analyze Risk Using a 4 Question Framework 21:54

1+ y ago21:54

21:54

Send us a text When things are going well economically, people tend to get comfortable and fail to consider risk as much as they should. Now, with the banking crisis of 2023, this risk mindset is back at the forefront of everyone’s thinking. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about how to analyze risk using a 4-question …

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Silos Are For Grain and Not For People or Organizations 13:04

1+ y ago13:04

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Send us a text Silos, by design, are meant to hold and compartmentalize one thing in place. In agriculture, silos have a purpose but in organizations, silos can be dangerous and create problems in an organization. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about why silos are not meant for organizations. In this episode, Brian t…

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How to Avoid a Toxic Work Environment with Virginia and Nanette of the Lively Office 43:58

1+ y ago43:58

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Send us a text One toxic employee left unmanaged can set the tone for your entire company’s culture. This week’s episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast is about how to avoid a toxic work environment! In this episode, Brian joined by Virginia and Nanette from The Lively Office discusses ways to re-organize and address toxic employees so tha…

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