The Impact Ripple - Hiring and Leadership for Visionary Female Business Owners

Welcome to The Impact Ripple with host Ashley Cox, Founder and CEO of SproutHR. We believe hiring and leading your team is the most rewarding part of your business – so kiss uncertainty and overwhelm goodbye and say hello to the tools and support you need to skyrocket your confidence!

On this podcast, Ashley will share simple, actionable hiring and leadership advice to grow a profitable, sustainable, impactful team with confidence, ease, and a whole lotta fun!

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It’s no secret that hiring has changed over the past few years and it’s harder to hire now than ever before. Or is it...
In this solo episode, I break down the challenges small businesses are facing when it comes to hiring (including a shifting power dynamic) and discuss the rise of the “belief-driven employee” and what employees really want.
In a world where it seems like “nobody wants to work anymore,” I bust common myths and share real, actionable hiring strategies that are working today for clients all across the country.
Contrary to popular belief, today’s employees aren’t lazy or unmotivated, they just have a different values-system and their wants and needs are changing.
As employers, it’s our responsibility to listen to those wants and needs and design our company cultures and work opportunities to meet them if we want to stay competitive and be able to hire the best of the best.
I wrap up the episode by going into detail about the essential hiring foundations you must have in order to connect with the right candidates and compel them to join your team.
If you’ve been frustrated with the hiring process lately and are feeling less-than-thrilled with the candidates you’ve been interviewing, this episode is for you!

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Insights into the challenges small businesses are currently facing when it comes to hiring
• The shifting power dynamic in hiring and how to navigate it as a small business owner
• The rise of the “belief-driven employee” – what employees really want
• Strategies to adapt to evolving employee needs and expectations, without breaking the bank or your business
• Essential elements for building a strong team from the start

Mentioned in This Episode:

• TIR Ep. 13: Growing Your Team with Intention
• TIR Ep. 16: Strengthen Your Team Culture: How to Become Conflict Capable with Anna Nielsen
• TIR Ep. 20: Creating a Healthy Team Culture: Tips from Functional and Integrative Dietitian Amber Gourley
• Website: www.sprouthr.co
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/sprouthr.co
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/sprouthr.co
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyncox
• Book a Free Call: www.sprouthr.co/call

Are you struggling to make informed financial decisions when it comes to hiring for your small business? Tune in to this episode of The Impact Ripple Podcast where we demystify the financial numbers and share expert tips on how to be intentional with your hiring process and paying yourself as a business owner.
In this episode, I spoke with Carla Titus, the owner of Wealth and Worth Within, where she and I broke down the financial numbers all business owners want and need to know when hiring employees.
Carla shared the four main numbers that you need to pay attention to and how to plan for the cost of hiring. She emphasized the importance of being intentional about your finances and education to help you make more informed financial decisions.
One key takeaway from our conversation was the importance of having a hiring plan and how defining the role and performance metrics before hiring will help you avoid making a poor hire decision for your small business.
We also discuss the importance of aligning your people plan with your business plan so you can be strategic, mindful, and intentional in your hiring process.
Having a hiring plan and understanding the costs associated with hiring employees takes the guesswork out of it and allows you to make more informed and successful hiring decisions.
We also talked about how to pay yourself as a business owner. Many business owners don't pay themselves or don't pay themselves enough. Carla suggested starting with a small amount like $100 per week and increasing that as the business grows. She also explained that it’s essential to prioritize profit over revenue and reassess pay rates as you bring on new team members.
If you’ve been looking for a conversation on the financial ins and outs of hiring employees, this is the episode for you!

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The four main financial numbers all small business owners need to pay attention to.
• The importance of being intentional and having a hiring plan to avoid disappointment and unexpected costs.
• Ways to build a team in a small business, including hiring temporary contractors and having cash reserves.
• How business owners can pay themselves a salary and prioritize profit over revenue.

This episode is part of our Money Month Series. You can find all the episodes in this series here:

• Ep22 - How to Shift Your Money Mindset and Start Hiring Your Dream Team with Christine Walsh
• Ep23 - Breaking the Money Taboo: Overcoming Emotional Barriers to Building Wealth with Keina Newell

Mentioned in This Episode:

• TIR Episode 13: Growing Your Team with Intention - https://www.sprouthr.co/13
• Carla’s Website - https://www.wealthworthwithin.com
• Carla’s Projections & Forecasting Services - https://www.wealthworthwithin.com/projections
• You can also find Carla on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok!

Are your money emotions holding you back?
On this episode of The Impact Ripple Podcast, I sat down with my friend and Financial Coach, Keina Newell, founder of Wealth Over Now, to talk about building generational wealth, creating a values-aligned budget that feels liberating, and making investments that deliver more than just a financial return.
Keina shares about the way the emotions we associate with money can hold women business owners back and practical steps you can take to build generational wealth and abundance.
She encourages women to create a budget that aligns with your values and goals, which can feel more liberating and empowering rather than stifling and restrictive.
Keina also shares new ways to think about the return on your financial investments, which go beyond simply making more money.
Our conversation then shifts to the challenges that women face in hiring help for their businesses, and how to see the return on investment of outsourcing in non-financial terms.
Keina shared the importance of creating a "Hell No” and “Hell Yes" investment list for personal and business expenses, which can help you become more aware of your spending habits and make more intentional decisions with your money.
Additionally, we talk about the guilt and shame that can sometimes creep up when buying things we don’t need or use, and the benefits of auditing our life and expenses to save money.
This conversation with Keina is an honest look at the way we think and feel about money, practical advice, and inspiring mindset shifts for women business owners who want to create financial abundance and freedom in their businesses and their lives.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The emotional connection with money and how it can hold women business owners back.
• The importance of creating a budget and how it can be liberating when you align spending with your values and goals.
• The mindset shift needed to see a return on investment that goes beyond just a financial return.
• The challenges that women face in hiring help for their businesses and how to overcome them.
• The concept of a "Hell No” and “Hell Yes" investment list to make more intentional and conscious decisions with money.

Mentioned in This Episode:

• Money Month Series – Episode 22: How to Shift Your Money Mindset and Start Hiring Your Dream Team with Christine Walsh
• Money Month Series – Episode 24: Why Hiring Right is Critical for Your Small Business Success with Carla Titus - coming next week!
• Keina’s Website: www.wealthovernow.com/wealthovernow.com
• Keina’s Instagram: www.instagram.com/wealthovernow
• Keina’s Freedom + Flexibility Guide: https://wealthovernow.com/freedom-and-flexibility

In this engaging episode of the Impact Ripple podcast, I sat down with the incredibly talented Ketmanee Whitlock to chat about her transformative journey in the beauty industry.
Ketmanee, the visionary behind Edify Salon, shares about her commitment to creating a salon space that goes beyond beauty, emphasizing collaboration, inclusivity, and breaking free from traditional industry norms.
Our discussion navigates the challenges within the salon industry, including the misclassification of stylists, the need for legal and ethical practices, and the ruthlessly competitive environment that is rampant in the industry.
Ketmanee brilliantly shares her innovative approach to fostering collaboration, dismantling toxic ideals and relationships amongst stylists, and instigating positive change within the industry.
This episode also explores the holistic mindset of Edify Salon, shining a light on its community engagement initiatives, commitment to environmental sustainability, and transparent financial practices.
We also delve into the importance of trust, transparency, and a shared vision in creating a positive team culture.
Ketmanee's emphasis on fairness, pay transparency, and creating opportunities for team members to contribute aligns seamlessly with the values of Edify Salon.
Whether you're a beauty enthusiast, a salon professional, or someone passionate about fostering positive team cultures, this episode offers loads of valuable insights and actionable takeaways.
Join us as we explore the transformative power of beauty, collaboration, and building a salon space that goes beyond appearances, leaving a positive impact on clients, the community, and the industry as a whole.
Tune in now to be inspired by Ketmanee's wisdom and the uplifting journey of Edify Salon!

In this episode, we:

• Explore the complexities of the beauty industry, including the misclassification of stylists and the importance of legal and ethical practices when hiring.
• Uncover Ketmanee Whitlock's groundbreaking approach to fostering collaboration, breaking down toxic relationships, and challenging traditional industry norms.
• Delve into the holistic mindset of Ketmanee's salon, focusing on community engagement, environmental sustainability, and transparent financial practices.
• Learn about the significance of trust, transparency, and a shared vision in creating a positive team culture within a small business.
• Gain valuable insights into leading with love and Ketmanee's commitment to creating a company culture that stands out.

Mentioned in This Episode:

• Edify Salon’s Website | Facebook | Instagram
• Edify Elite Extensions Instagram
• Ketmanee’s Instagram
• Hire Ketmanee to Speak: https://www.edifysalon.org/about-2
• Email Ketmanee: [email protected]
• The Impact Ripple Ep 9: Employee vs. Contractor: Does it matter who you hire for your small business?
• Profit First by Mike Michalowicz
• Book a Free Call: www.sprouthr.co/call