201. Hiring with AI & Human Insight w/ Guest: Scott Morris

04/14/25 • 46 min

What if you could revolutionize the hiring process and dramatically cut down on the staggering 46% failure rate of new hires within their first 18 months? Join us as Scott Morris, founder and CEO of Propulsion AI, takes us through his extraordinary journey. From Hollywood actor to economist and then to the Los Angeles Police Department, Scott's path has been anything but ordinary. His diverse experiences have fueled his passion for redefining how businesses hire and retain talent, using an innovative mix of AI and human insight to align roles with strategic goals.
Scott shares invaluable lessons learned from failures and customer insights, underscoring the hefty emotional and financial toll of poor hiring decisions, which impact the economy to the tune of $1.1 trillion globally. By understanding the real needs of users through curiosity and engagement, companies can drive successful product innovation. Scott illustrates this with a compelling story from a gym franchise that transformed through attentive customer feedback, showcasing the undeniable power of a user-centric approach.
The conversation also veers into the personal realm, exploring the delicate balance between work and life as an entrepreneur. Scott divulges his secrets to effective time management and the importance of a resilient mindset. By embracing mistakes and focusing on growth, he encourages a shift from task-oriented methods to goal-oriented strategies, facilitating a vibrant, outcome-driven workplace culture. Don't miss this episode full of rich insights from Scott Morris, illuminating the path to unlocking employee potential and entrepreneurial excellence.

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The Mindset Cafe - 201. Hiring with AI & Human Insight w/ Guest: Scott Morris

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Yeah , it's mindset cafe . We all about that mindset . Gotta stay focused . Now go settle for the last . It's all in your head how you think you manifest . So get ready to rise , cause we bout to be the best . Gotta switch it up . Gotta break the old habits . Get your mind right . Turn your dreams into habits . No negative vibes , only positive thoughts .

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