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In this episode of the Higher Power Radio Show, host Rick Gerard dives into the complexities and challenges of logistics operations with Bill Drummer, CEO of GPA Logistics. Discover how Sarah's initial success with Walmart turned into a compliance nightmare and how leveraging technology, especially AI, and strong leadership can transform chaos into accuracy. Bill shares the importance of having the right people, simplifying workflows, and fostering a culture of growth and appreciation. Learn about practical strategies and technological solutions that have helped GPA Logistics excel and retain talent while navigating the intricate demands of major retailers. Guest Links: LinkedIn: Bill Drummer LinkedIn: GPA Logistics Group Company: GPA Logistics Group Company: GPA Global   Host Links: LinkedIn:  Rick Girard Company: Intertru, Inc. Podcast: Hire Power Radio Show & Podcast Book: Healing Career Wounds (Amazon)    Powered by Intertru

You’ve been here before—hiring a “rockstar” salesperson who dazzles in the interview but fails to deliver. Flat revenue, missed targets, and excuse after excuse. Sound familiar? This week on the Hire Power Radio Show, Rick Girard digs into the root of this all-too-common issue with sales leadership expert Gary Braun. Together, they break down why small businesses consistently hire the wrong type of salesperson—and what to do about it. Gary brings deep expertise from his time growing a company from $1M to $400M in revenue, and now helping 400+ companies build high-performing sales teams through Pivotal Advisors. Key Takeaways Sales roles aren’t one-size-fits-all: Define your specific sales needs—hunter vs. farmer, service vs. product, inside vs. outside, and more. Most interviews fail at the basics: Without a structured interview process tailored to sales, poor hires are inevitable. Positioning is everything: Ensure candidates are positioned properly for your company, not just anyone’s. Stop relying on interviews alone: Incorporate assessments, real-world activities, and informal settings like dinners to evaluate the whole person. Build a multi-touch hiring process: Involve multiple perspectives, clear expectations, and defined next steps. Actionable Advice for Your Business Define the role with precision. Don’t settle for vague traits—outline the exact skills needed for your ICP (Ideal Customer Profile). Design a repeatable interview process. Go beyond gut feelings and surface-level charm. Leverage data-driven tools. Use assessments and scenario-based activities to test real-world selling skills. Focus on alignment. Ask: is this candidate the right fit for the sales environment I’ve built? Guest Links: LinkedIn: Gary Braun Company: Pivotal  Advisors YouTube: Pivotal Advisors Facebook: Pivotal Advisors  Host Links: LinkedIn:  Rick Girard Company: Intertru, Inc. Podcast: Hire Power Radio Show & Podcast Book: Healing Career Wounds (Amazon)    Powered by Intertru

Join Rick Girard on Higher Power Radio as he discusses crucial strategies for empowering hiring techniques with Charles Eide, founder and CEO of EideCom, to land the most desirable talent. In this episode, Charles shares his journey of scaling his business and the pivotal hiring decisions that propelled his company towards massive success. Discover how to identify what your business really needs, delegate effectively, and invest in people to foster sustainable growth. Learn from Charles' experience in leadership, innovation, and building a strong company culture. A must-watch for entrepreneurs looking to elevate their hiring practices and achieve breakthrough growth. 00:00 Introduction to Higher Power Radio 00:14 The Founder’s Dilemma: Scaling Beyond Sales 01:09 Guest Introduction: Charles Eide 02:03 Charles Eide’s Journey: From Sales to Leadership 04:00 The Turning Point: Hiring a Chief Revenue Officer 07:13 The Impact of Hiring the Right Leader 11:49 The Role of Mentorship and Peer Groups 17:46 Building a Mission-Driven Company Culture 21:15 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts 22:22 Closing Remarks and Contact Information Charles on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/charleseide/ Host Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-girard-07722/ Podcast: https://pod.link/1267738283 Book: Healing Career Wounds (Amazon) https://www.amazon.com/Healing-Career-Wounds-Ridiculously-Successful/dp/173580360X/ Powered by Intertru - https://intertru.ai/

Transform Your Company Culture: Behavioral Strategies for Success - Featuring Brett Hoogeveen Discover how to build a thriving workplace culture by focusing on behavior over theoretical values in this episode of the Higher Power Radio Show with Rick Gerard. Guest Brett Hoogeveen, an international leadership and culture expert, shares valuable insights on identifying and reinforcing positive employee behaviors, improving leadership roles, and effectively measuring core values within your company. Learn practical tools to make your organization a better place to work and boost your team's performance. Perfect for entrepreneurs and executives looking to create a more engaged and productive workforce. 00:00 Introduction to Empowering Hiring Techniques 00:14 Mark's Coffee Shop Dilemma 01:01 The EOS Blind Spot in Hiring 01:31 Meet Brett Hoge: Leadership and Culture Expert 02:39 Defining Company Culture Through Behaviors 06:05 The Core Values Con Job 12:04 Behavioral Approach to Improving Culture 19:59 Leadership Development and Effective Followship 27:20 Practical Steps to Enhance Workplace Culture 29:40 Conclusion and Resources Connect with Brett - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-hoogeveen/ Website - https://betterculture.com/ Host Links:  LinkedIn:  Rick Girard Company: Intertru, Inc. Podcast: Hire Power Radio Show & Podcast Book: Healing Career Wounds (Amazon) Powered by Intertru

Crafting Job Descriptions for High-Performing Talent | Higher Power Radio Show with Rick Girard Join Rick Girard in this episode of the Higher Power Radio Show as he dives into empowering hiring techniques to attract top talent, essential for your company's success. Learn how to transform generic job postings into compelling role descriptions with actionable performance metrics. Discover the critical elements missing in most job descriptions and why they fail to engage high-performing and passive candidates. Explore a detailed 30, 60, 90-day framework to ensure clarity, measurable success, and seamless onboarding. Girard, a seasoned headhunter and author, also introduces AI tools to streamline the job description process, enhancing recruitment and retention. Tune in and elevate your hiring strategy with practical tips and expert insights. 00:00 Introduction to Empowering Hiring Techniques 00:14 Meet Kim: The Frustrated Marketing Director 01:54 The Problem with Common Job Descriptions 02:57 The Importance of Performance Metrics 04:46 AI and Job Descriptions 06:13 Creating Effective Job Descriptions 08:58 Leveraging Performance Metrics for Success 11:06 Step-by-Step Guide to 30, 60, 90 Day Metrics 18:19 Writing and Validating Job Descriptions 20:10 Using Job Descriptions in Interviews and Onboarding 21:42 Introducing the Interru AI Job Description Builder 23:29 Key Takeaways and Conclusion Host Links:  LinkedIn:  Rick Girard Company: Intertru, Inc. Podcast: Hire Power Radio Show & Podcast Book: Healing Career Wounds (Amazon) Powered by Intertru

In this episode of the Higher Power Radio Show, host Rick Girard discusses the common pitfalls of modern job descriptions and provides actionable solutions to improve them. Drawing comparisons to a successful 1913 Antarctic expedition ad, Rick emphasizes the importance of clarity, candidate focus, and performance metrics in job descriptions. He shares five key steps to crafting effective job descriptions and how leveraging AI can enhance this process. Tune in to learn how to attract the strongest talent for your business and maximize your people ROI. 00:00 Introduction: The Power of a Compelling Job Description 00:38 The Problem with Modern Job Descriptions 01:07 Welcome to Higher Power Radio Show 02:09 Common Complaints About Job Descriptions 05:59 Why Job Descriptions Fail 06:59 How to Fix Job Descriptions 16:02 Key Takeaways for Effective Job Descriptions 18:00 Conclusion and Farewell Host Links:  LinkedIn:  Rick Girard Company: Intertru, Inc. Podcast: Hire Power Radio Show & Podcast Book: Healing Career Wounds (Amazon) Powered by Intertru

In this episode of the Higher Power Radio Show, host Rick Gerard explores the critical importance of hiring for alignment rather than just skills. Joined by Heidi Olson, founder and CEO of All-in-One Accounting, the discussion highlights how Olson's company transformed by prioritizing core values in their hiring, promoting, and reviewing processes. They delve into the concept of the People Analyzer tool from EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System), which ranks employees based on core values and job fit. Olson shares her experiences, including painful but necessary personnel changes that ultimately led to increased team cohesion and business success. The episode provides actionable insights for entrepreneurs and executives on building a value-driven, high-performing team. 00:00 Introduction to Empowering Hiring Techniques 00:14 The Importance of Alignment Over Ability 01:03 Meet Our Guest: Heidi Olson 02:39 The Impact of Core Values on Hiring 03:25 Implementing EOS for Business Success 17:28 The Role of AI in Modern Hiring Practices 24:15 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts Links www.allinoneaccounting.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/heide-olson/ LinkedIn:  Rick Girard Company: Intertru, Inc. Podcast: Hire Power Radio Show & Podcast Book: Healing Career Wounds (Amazon) Powered by Intertru

In this episode of Higher Power Radio, host Rick Gerard delves into the current challenging hiring environment where AI-coached candidates are becoming increasingly common. He discusses how AI can deceive hiring managers by coaching candidates through interviews, resulting in more false positives and wasted interviews. Rick shares actionable strategies to identify and eliminate AI-coached candidates early in the screening process by focusing on behavioral and story-based questions. Learn how to differentiate genuine talent from AI-generated responses and ensure you're always hiring he best people. 00:00 Introduction to Higher Power Radio 00:14 The Current Hiring Landscape 00:35 AI-Coached Candidates: A Growing Concern 01:45 Spotting Red Flags in Resumes and Interviews 04:43 Solutions to Identify AI-Coached Candidates 05:41 Behavioral and Story-Based Questions 08:41 Understanding Candidate Desires 12:57 Red Flags and Ending Interviews Early 14:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Links:  LinkedIn:  Rick Girard Company: Intertru, Inc. Podcast: Hire Power Radio Show & Podcast Book: Healing Career Wounds (Amazon) Powered by Intertru

In this episode of the Higher Power Radio Show, host Rick Gerard sits down with seasoned entrepreneur Andy Duong to discuss the pitfalls and best practices of hiring. Andy shares his journey of building multiple successful companies, focusing on operational excellence and people-first leadership. They dive into the challenges of hiring familiar faces, the importance of defining roles and expectations, and the necessity of creating robust hiring processes. Learn about Andy's worst hire, how he adapted his approach, and discover actionable tips for hiring effectively. Don't miss this insightful discussion packed with valuable lessons for entrepreneurs and executives aiming to strengthen their teams. 00:00 Introduction to Higher Power Radio Show 00:14 The Pitfalls of Hiring Friends and Family 01:05 Guest Introduction: Andy Dew 01:54 Andy Dew's Early Hiring Mistakes 04:18 The Bad Hire Story 09:06 Developing a Robust Hiring Process 16:01 The Importance of Culture Fit 26:26 Key Takeaways and Conclusion Wolf-Packing - https://wolf-packing.com/ Host Links:  LinkedIn:  Rick Girard Company: Intertru, Inc. Podcast: Hire Power Radio Show & Podcast Book: Healing Career Wounds (Amazon) Powered by Intertru

In this episode of the Higher Power Radio Show, host Rick Gerard explores the disconnect between past success and future performance when hiring new team members. Highlighting the limitations of AI in identifying high performers who align with unique business needs, Rick delves into the importance of proper positioning in hiring. Learn about the different types of hires—builders, improvers, and maintainers—and how to identify the right fit for your organization. Rick also shares valuable insights on asking the right questions during interviews to ensure candidates' desires align with business needs. Tune in to discover strategies to enhance your recruiting process and achieve massive success by placing the strongest people in the right roles. 00:00 Introduction to Empowering Hiring Techniques 00:14 Common Hiring Pitfalls and Positioning 00:57 Welcome to Higher Power Radio Show 01:40 Leveraging AI in Recruiting 02:09 Understanding Positioning and Performance 03:53 The Importance of Builders, Improvers, and Maintainers 06:07 Identifying the Right Fit for Your Business 11:00 The Role of Company Culture and Size 14:17 Role Expectations and Final Thoughts 16:47 Conclusion and Key Takeaways Host Links:  LinkedIn:  Rick Girard Company: Intertru, Inc. Podcast: Hire Power Radio Show & Podcast Book: Healing Career Wounds (Amazon) Powered by Intertru

Learn the most empowering hiring techniques to land the most desirable talent and drive your company's success. In this episode of the Higher Power Radio Show, host Rick Gerard discusses the challenges posed by AI tools in the hiring process, including the surge of fake candidates and resume manipulation. Special guest Forest Zhang, founder and CEO of Vanti, shares his approach to effectively using AI for filtering job applicants and crafting a streamlined hiring process. Discover how mapping out non-negotiables and using AI can help you filter candidates efficiently and find the right talent for your company. Tune in for valuable insights, practical advice, and more. 00:00 Introduction to Empowering Hiring Techniques 00:14 Challenges in Modern Hiring Processes 01:05 Welcome and Guest Introduction 02:04 AI and the Surge of Fake Candidates 03:03 The Impact of AI on Job Applications 08:14 Filtering Mechanisms and Non-Negotiables 12:22 Creating Effective Job Descriptions 15:12 Leveraging AI for Efficient Hiring 20:18 Key Takeaways and Conclusion Guest Links: LinkedIn: Forrest Zhang  Company: VantaSoft   Host Links:  LinkedIn:  Rick Girard Company: Intertru, Inc. Podcast: Hire Power Radio Show & Podcast Book: Healing Career Wounds (Amazon)   Powered by Intertru

In this episode of the Higher Power Radio Show, host Rick Gerard and guest Kurt Wilkin, Chairman of Hire Better and Managing Partner of B Cave Capital, discuss the pitfalls of reactive hiring and the importance of having a strong, proactive hiring strategy. They delve into techniques for assessing team needs, creating a talent roadmap, and the importance of having the right people in the right roles. Key insights include the necessity of planning hires well in advance, building a virtual bench of potential candidates, and the significance of asking the right questions to evaluate your current team. They also explore the challenges entrepreneurs face when growing their companies and how to navigate hiring executives and other key roles effectively. Tune in to learn how to build a game-changing team for your high-growth company. 00:00 Introduction to Higher Power Radio Show 00:13 The Entrepreneur's Hiring Dilemma 01:28 Meet Our Guest: Kurt Wilkin 02:59 Proactive vs Reactive Hiring 04:37 Understanding Your Team's Needs 07:52 Who's Your Mike? 10:46 Building a Talent Roadmap 20:49 Executing the Hiring Strategy 22:59 Key Takeaways and Conclusion Guest Links: LinkedIn: Kurt Wilkin Web: Who's Your Mike Host Links:  LinkedIn:  Rick Girard Company: Intertru, Inc. Podcast: Hire Power Radio Show & Podcast Book: Healing Career Wounds (Amazon) Powered by Intertru

We’re living in a wild hiring market—and AI is making it even wilder! In this solo episode, host Rick Gerard—founder of HireOS and author of Healing Career Wounds—dives deep into how generative AI and resume hacking disrupt recruiting like never before. Rick breaks down real-world stories from the front lines of recruiting. ChatGPT-style resume reengineering is fooling traditional ATS software, allowing bad actors through and leaving high-quality candidates behind. But it’s not all doom and gloom—Rick also shares actionable strategies companies (and candidates!) can use to adapt and thrive. 🔥 What You'll Learn in This Episode: How AI tools are being used to “game” the resume screening process Why traditional applicant tracking systems are becoming obsolete Real-life case studies of fake candidates making it to interviews The hidden dangers of prompt-engineered resumes Why focusing on quality over quantity is key for job seekers What hiring leaders must do NOW to avoid hiring disasters Pro tips on spotting resume red flags and aligning with core values 🧠 Key Takeaways: AI ≠ Magic Bullet: Generative AI can create polished resumes, but it also enables fraud and increases false positives. Behavior & Values Matter: Companies must go beyond skills and align candidates with core values and culture. Smart Screening Tactics: From verifying LinkedIn connections to structured interviews, Rick offers tools to improve your hiring process. 🔧 Solutions Discussed: Narrowing candidate focus for better fits Leveraging behavioral interview techniques Spotting patterns in falsified resumes Creating AI-resilient recruiting strategies Tips for ethical and effective AI usage in hiring 👤 About the Host: Rick Gerard is a recovering headhunter turned AI startup founder, creator of HireOS, and a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt who’s not afraid to call out outdated hiring methods. His mission? Help companies hire with precision and purpose—every time. 🔗 Links & Resources: LinkedIn:  Rick Girard Company: Intertru, Inc. Podcast: Hire Power Radio Show & Podcast Book: Healing Career Wounds (Amazon) Powered by Intertru  🎯 Perfect For: Entrepreneurs & hiring managers Recruiters & HR professionals Job seekers navigating AI-enhanced hiring Anyone curious about the future of work 👍 Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more insights on winning the war for top talent!

Join host Rick Gerard as he speaks with Michael Houlahan, co-founder of Barefoot Wine Brand, about the transformative power of hiring A players for every role in your business. Learn from Michael's journey, spanning over 10 years of business growth, and his realization that effective personnel management is crucial to success. Discover practical strategies for interviewing, hiring, and fostering a positive company culture, and learn why focusing on soft skills and cultivating exceptional talent can lead to remarkable outcomes. Don't miss this insightful episode of the Higher Power Radio Show! 00:00 Introduction: The Importance of A Players 00:41 Meet Michael Houlahan: Co-Founder of Barefoot Wine 02:14 The Early Years: Challenges and Realizations 04:04 The Turning Point: Focusing on Company Culture 08:01 Hiring Strategies: Avoiding Blame Birds and Like What Birds 11:09 Developing a People Strategy 22:46 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts 24:16 Conclusion and Contact Information Guset Links: Web: https://thebarefootspirit.com/ Business Audio Theatre - https://www.businessaudiotheatre.com/ Host Links:  LinkedIn:  Rick Girard Company: Intertru, Inc. Podcast: Hire Power Radio Show & Podcast Book: Healing Career Wounds (Amazon) Powered by Intertru

Imagine a world where you never have to pay a job board for candidates ever again. In this episode of the Higher Power Radio Show, host Rick Gerard is joined by Matt Plapp, CEO of Restaurant Marketing That Works, to explore how leveraging social media can help CEOs and entrepreneurs attract top talent. Matt shares his journey from hiring a business coach to becoming a Facebook influencer, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and personal branding. He offers actionable tips on creating authentic content, developing a posting schedule, and building a recognizable brand. Join us to learn how you can transform your hiring process and attract high-performing employees.   00:00 Introduction to the Problem with Job Boards 00:43 Welcome to Higher Power Radio Show 00:56 Meet Matt Plap: Restaurant Marketing Expert 01:43 The Power of Social Media for Recruitment 01:58 Becoming a Facebook Influencer 02:51 The Importance of Personal Branding 04:51 Real-Life Success Stories 06:21 Building a Culture Through Social Media 07:40 The Impact of Core Values on Hiring 13:10 Leveraging Social Media Platforms 18:37 Embrace Authenticity in Content Creation 19:06 Learning from Feedback and Self-Editing 19:33 Encouraging Social Media Engagement 21:06 The Importance of Consistency and Practice 24:41 Creating Engaging Content Plans 28:34 Building a Recognizable Brand 29:27 Key Takeaways for Business Success 32:19 Conclusion and Contact Information+   Guest Links: Website: https://mattplapp.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattplapp/ Host Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-girard-07722/ Podcast: https://pod.link/1267738283 Book: Healing Career Wounds (Amazon) https://www.amazon.com/Healing-Career-Wounds-Ridiculously-Successful/dp/173580360X/ Powered by Intertru - https://intertru.ai/

In this episode of the Higher Power Radio Show, host Rick Gerard sits down with Ken Bogard, Founder & CEO of NOHONESTY, to uncover how radical honesty can transform your business from the inside out. They dive deep into the communication breakdowns that cause high turnover, how leaders can foster trust, and why being real is the key to unlocking engagement, productivity, and profit. 🚀 Ken shares insights from his newly released book and his experience working with over 300 owners and thousands of employees, driving organizational clarity and leadership transformation. If you’re tired of the “Oh shit” moments when key employees quit unexpectedly, and you’re ready to create a workplace built on truth and transparency—this episode is for you! 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes that help you hire and retain top talent! 00:00 - Welcome to Higher Power Radio Show 01:12 - Why “Surprise Resignations” Should Never Happen 04:27 - The Communication Breakdown Killing Your Team’s Trust 08:15 - Ken’s Radical Approach to Honesty in Leadership 12:34 - Why Most Companies Are Focused on “Me, Myself & I” 16:55 - How Ego and Pride Block Meaningful Conversations 20:48 - Creating a Culture of Truth & Transparency 24:30 - Ken’s New Book: Launching a Movement of Organizational Honesty 28:10 - Rick’s Insights: Core Values and Leadership Alignment 32:00 - Ken’s Advice for Leaders Ready to Level Up Communication 35:18 - Final Thoughts & How to Connect with Ken 36:40 - Wrap Up: Honesty as a Business Growth Strategy 🔗 Guest & Host Links: Ken Bogard - Guest 🌐 Website: NOHONESTY 🔗 LinkedIn: Ken Bogard LinkedIn  Rick Gerard - Host 🌐 Website: Higher Power Radio  🔗 LinkedIn: Rick Gerard LinkedIn

In this episode, we’re diving deep into the art of setting clear expectations before you hire—a critical step to attracting and retaining top talent that truly fits your mission. Our guest, Melissa Ortiz, CEO of Activate Human Capital, is a seasoned expert in talent optimization and employee engagement. Melissa helps businesses match the right people to the right seats by aligning talent strategies with business goals. 🌱 Together, Rick and Melissa explore how entrepreneurs often create hiring problems by skipping crucial steps in expectation setting. They offer actionable strategies to prevent costly mis-hires and ensure new hires thrive in your company culture. 👉 If you’re struggling with retention or making reactive hires, this episode is for you! 00:00 – Intro: Why Hiring Strong People is a Game-Changer 02:30 – Meet Melissa Ortiz: CEO of Activate Human Capital 05:45 – The Problem is... Us! Why Visionaries Fail at Setting Expectations 10:15 – The GWC Rule Isn’t Enough (Get it, Want it, Capacity) 14:50 – Why You Need to Re-Evaluate the Role Every Time You Hire 20:10 – Hiring Reactively? Stop! 25:00 – Melissa’s Story: Taking the Lowest Paying Job (On Purpose!) 30:45 – Action Steps: Setting Clear, Measurable Expectations Before Hiring 35:00 – Final Takeaways: Aligning Talent Strategy with Business Strategy 37:20 – Outro & Where to Find Melissa & Rick 🔗 Guest Links: 🌐 Website: Activate Human Capital 💼 LinkedIn: Melissa Ortiz 📧 Contact: info@activatehumancapital.com 🔗 Host Links: 🌐 Podcast Hub: Higher Power Radio Show 💼 LinkedIn: Rick Gerard

In this episode of the Higher Power Radio Show, host Rick Gerard discusses essential hiring techniques and leadership strategies with Randy Wooten, the CEO of Maxo. They delve into the importance of frequent team communication, the value of planned and celebrated resignations, and the various stages of company growth from Series A to scaling up. Randy shares his vast experience transitioning companies through critical inflection points and highlights the importance of setting effective company operating systems, such as the V2MOM framework. They underscore the significance of having a clear vision, mission, and values, and how these principles can drive organizational success. Randy also talks about the importance of coaching, mentoring, and peer groups for CEOs to navigate the complexities of leadership effectively. 00:00 Introduction to Higher Power Radio Show 00:14 The Importance of Team Communication 00:46 Guest Introduction: Randy Wooten 01:13 Maxo's Vision and Mission 02:21 Scaling Challenges and Solutions 04:06 Assessing and Addressing Company Problems 05:08 Leadership and Management in Startups 11:16 Company Operating System: V2MOM Framework 16:01 Transforming Microsoft: Satya Nadella's Impact 16:59 The Importance of CEO-Sponsored Values 17:10 Creating Memorable Company Values 20:47 The Role of Trust and Integrity in Business 23:37 Objectives and Metrics: Translating Vision into Action 27:04 Key Takeaways for Business Success 28:35 Connecting with Randy Wooten Links Randy Wootton - https://www.linkedin.com/in/randy-wootton-910/ Host Links:  LinkedIn:  Rick Girard Company: Intertru, Inc. Podcast: Hire Power Radio Show & Podcast Book: Healing Career Wounds (Amazon) Powered by Intertru

Proactive Hiring: Avoiding Surprises & Building Stronger Teams A resignation should never be a surprise—it should be a planned and supported event within an organization. Yet, when leaders are caught off guard, they scramble to fill a role, often making reactive hiring mistakes that hurt company culture. In this episode, Bryan Neale, founder of Blind Zebra, shares his Red Light, Green Light framework—a simple yet powerful tool to enhance employee engagement, productivity, and planned exits. Host Rick Girard and Bryan discuss how embedding open, honest conversations into company culture ensures smooth transitions, stronger hires, and long-term business growth. Key Takeaways: 03:10 – Why employee exits should never be a surprise 08:35 – The dangers of reactive hiring and rushed decisions 14:20 – The Tour of Duty concept: Aligning company goals with employee aspirations 21:50 – How the Red Light, Green Light system improves engagement and retention 28:45 – Creating a culture where employees feel safe discussing career moves 35:10 – The power of an abundance mindset in hiring 42:30 – How to schedule and structure quarterly Tour of Duty conversations Guest Links: 🔗 Bryan Neale: LinkedIn 🔗 Blind Zebra: Website Host Links:  LinkedIn:  Rick Girard Company: Intertru, Inc. Podcast: Hire Power Radio Show & Podcast Book: Healing Career Wounds (Amazon) Powered by Intertru

Monetary compensation is no longer the primary reason people accept job offers. Career growth, learning opportunities, company culture, and meaningful work now take center stage. To hire and retain the strongest people, businesses must understand and align with what truly drives employees. In this episode, Bonni Pomush, CEO of Working Wardrobes, joins Rick Girard to discuss how she transformed Working Wardrobes' retention and employee satisfaction. Bonni shares the key strategies she implemented to enhance workplace culture, increase engagement, and drive loyalty—without relying on big paychecks. Key Takeaways: 03:10 – Why money isn’t the top factor in hiring anymore 07:45 – The biggest challenges Working Wardrobes faced in retention 14:15 – How core value alignment transforms hiring and retention 21:30 – The power of feedback loops: skip-level & stay interviews 28:50 – Creating a culture of learning and development for employees 35:10 – The impact of the 9/80 work schedule on retention 42:25 – How a peer-led culture committee enhances engagement Guest Links: 🔗 Bonni Pomush: LinkedIn 🔗 Working Wardrobes: Website 🎁 Donate & Get Involved: Ways to Help Host Links:  LinkedIn:  Rick Girard Company: Intertru, Inc. Podcast: Hire Power Radio Show & Podcast Book: Healing Career Wounds (Amazon) Powered by Intertru