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World's Greatest Boss

World's Greatest Boss

Jackie Koch

Jackie Koch has been in the trenches building the teams that grow companies for over 15 years. She’s hired hundreds of people, navigated countless sticky situations, and earned an MBA along the way. From being deeply involved in the nitty-gritty of team building to now helping others navigate the waters of running a business, she wants to help you avoid the messes she’s had to help clean up. Listen in and discover insights on leadership dos and don'ts, strategies for effective hiring and team building, and essentials to keep your business in employment compliance. Through solo episodes, guest episodes featuring experts in the field, and candid conversations with her business partner you'll be well on your journey to becoming the World’s Greatest Boss.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best World's Greatest Boss episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to World's Greatest Boss for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite World's Greatest Boss episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Dive in with Cory Charles as we discuss the art of building, motivating, and maintaining successful teams. As business owners and leaders, the challenge often lies not only in hiring the right individuals but also in inspiring and motivating them consistently.

Cory, a renowned speaker, and trainer, shares invaluable insights on creating a cohesive team culture, understanding individual motivations, and the importance of regular check-ins. The discussion delves into strategies for balancing personal care with professional accountability, and how to engage teams in the mission of the organization.

Through a mix of personal stories and professional experiences, this episode promises to equip you with practical tools and perspectives to energize your leadership approach and cultivate a thriving team environment!

What you'll hear in this episode:

[1:15] Creating a cohesive team culture and motivation strategies

[2:15] Cory's journey into entrepreneurship and sales

[10:40] Incorporating team members into the mission

[14:35] The importance of regular check-ins and mindset shift

[17:50] Balancing friendship and leadership in the workplace

[21:20] Encouraging open communication and feedback

[24:50] The role of compensation in motivation

[26:25] Understanding and supporting your team's personal missions

[27:05] The four pillars of effective leadership

[32:55] Building authentic relationships

Listen to Similar Episodes:

156. Master These Three Pillars for a Strong People Foundation

165. Navigating Team Turmoil: Strategies for Effective Conflict Management

167. Should You Be Friends with Your Employees?

Connect with Cory on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-charles/

Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackiemkoch/

Find more information on my website peopleprinciples.co

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World's Greatest Boss - 174. Simplifying and Automating Compliance with Alex Kehayias
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05/14/24 • 30 min

I'm thrilled to welcome Alex Kehayias, founder of Mosey. Join us as we dive into his entrepreneurial journey and the fascinating impact of Mosey on automating compliance. We'll explore how Alex's experiences have shaped the mission and mechanics of Mosey, with a focus on simplifying and automating compliance for businesses worldwide.

Discover the importance of effective people management in entrepreneurship and how Alex has built a high-performing remote team at Mosey. Throughout our conversation, we'll shed light on the challenges and triumphs of navigating compliance in today's fast-paced business landscape.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader, join us as we uncover the secrets to creating a workplace culture that thrives on kindness and performance!

What you'll hear in this episode:

[2:30] Alex's entrepreneurial journey and lessons from working at Stripe

[6:05] The importance of people management for entrepreneurs

[10:30] Building a high-performing and kind team at Mosey

[16:15] The mission and mechanics of Mosey: simplifying compliance

[19:45] Personal experiences and the broader impact of Mosey

[24:25] Advice for entrepreneurs on compliance and leadership

Listen to Similar Episodes:

How to Master HR Practices and Compliance in Your Business This Year

Back to the Basics: Your Compliance Checklist

Do You Need Worker's Comp Insurance?

Connect with Alex on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexkehayias

Find more information at https://mosey.com

Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackiemkoch/

Find more information on my website peopleprinciples.co

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World's Greatest Boss - 173. Navigating Bonus Plans and Profit-Sharing Strategies
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05/07/24 • 18 min

Have you ever wanted to implement bonus structures and profit-sharing plans? Or maybe you have a structure in place but it isn't quite going as planned. We're going to cover all of the options in this episode!

I kick off by exploring salary-based bonus structures, sharing how they provide a reliable incentive for employees. Then, I dive into performance-based structures, uncovering how they help employees excel in their individual or team goals and contribute to the overall success of the company. I also unravel effective strategies for implementing profit-sharing plans, shedding light on how they foster a sense of ownership and collaboration among team members!

Whatever structure you choose, communication is key, and I share invaluable insights on how to effectively communicate and adjust bonus plans to align with evolving organizational goals and employee performance. By maintaining transparency, leaders can build trust and foster a positive work culture where employees feel valued and recognized for their contributions.

Tune in now and unlock the secrets to fostering a motivated and engaged workforce!

What you'll hear in this episode:

[1:10] Exploring Bonus Structures and Profit-Sharing Plans

[1:45] Salary-Based Bonus Structures

[5:35] Performance-Based Structures

[10:15] Strategies for Implementing Profit-Sharing

[13:50] Communicating and Adjusting Bonus Plans

[14:15] Discretionary Bonuses and the Importance of Transparency

Listen to Similar Episodes:

160. Strategies for a Positive Workplace with Aisha Marshall

169. Maximize Team Performance with This Simple Tool

170. How to Motivate Your Team and Build Culture with Cory Charles

Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackiemkoch/

Find more information on my website peopleprinciples.co

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World's Greatest Boss - Why Hiring Matters

Why Hiring Matters

World's Greatest Boss

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03/21/22 • 15 min

Why does hiring even matter? There is not a lot of straightforward information out there that answers this question. This is crazy to me because making a bad hire can be costly on so many levels. Today, I’m answering this question and sharing the many ways hiring the wrong people can be a huge setback for your business, but also how hiring the right people can help your company flourish.

I personally felt the ripple effect of a bad hire at one point in my career. The workload that fell on my plate due to this person’s mistakes, made me dread waking up in the morning. I’m going to help you avoid getting into a situation like this!

IN THIS EPISODE, I TALK ABOUT:

  • Recap of the 3 ways to scale a business
  • The benefits of growing a team
  • The average cost of making a bad hire
  • My personal experience dealing with a bad hire
  • How to determine the core values you seek in every employee
  • The true definition of company culture
  • When to hire

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CONNECT WITH JACKIE

Follow People Principles: @peopleprinciples

Let’s TikTok: @peopleprinciples

Learn more: peopleprinciples.co

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Hiring School is a podcast for founders who need help scaling their businesses through hiring. I’m Jackie Koch, a tenured recruiter with 15 years of experience building teams for tech start-ups, Fortune 500 companies and small businesses. I teach entrepreneurs the people-side of running a business from the start of your talent hunt through an employees’ exit. My goal is to simplify the hiring and team building process so you can implement efficient and effective hiring strategies that turn a profit for your company. You’ll be running a well-oiled HR machine in no time.

Every Monday, you’ll hear from industry experts and other business owners who have been in the trenches of scaling. You’ll also learn from me (hopefully!), and all the knowledge and expertise I have to share about best hiring practices, as well as stories from my own experiences.

IN THIS EPISODE, I TALK ABOUT:

  • Why I started this podcast and who it’s for
  • A little bit about me and my business, People Principles
  • Why you should invest in the people side of your business early
  • The signs that a business needs to hire
  • The 3 ways to scale your business
  • Why I’m different from the other hiring resources out there

CONNECT WITH JACKIE

Follow People Principles: @peopleprinciples

Let’s TikTok: @peopleprinciples

Learn more: peopleprinciples.co

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World's Greatest Boss - 8 Common Interview Biases And How To Avoid Them
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06/06/22 • 19 min

I recently read that 52% of interviewers make their decision about a candidate within five to 15 minutes of an interview starting. If someone is coming to a conclusion that quickly, it’s clear to me there’s a lot of unconscious biases at play in their interview process. All humans experience bias, but I have a few key tips to reduce your preconceived notions and make smarter hiring decisions. I break down the eight common interview biases that creep up when we’re interviewing candidates and explain how having a hiring plan in place can help you avoid falling into those traps. I also share a preview of my new hiring course that I’m launching very soon!

IN THIS EPISODE, I TALK ABOUT:

  • How setting up a structured hiring plan helps you reduce biases that are specific to the interview process
  • Why we should never make assumptions about someone based on their age
  • Surprising ways that the education and experience biases might show up during an interview
  • What the ‘halo’ and ‘horns’ effects are
  • Learning how to look out for green flags instead of going into an interview with a skeptical mindset
  • Exciting news about my upcoming hiring course

CONNECT WITH JACKIE

Follow People Principles: @peopleprinciples

Let’s TikTok: @peopleprinciples

Learn more: peopleprinciples.co

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I think there are misconceptions about the saying ‘hire slow, fire fast,’ so on today’s episode, I’m clarifying what it means when it comes to your team and business. When it comes to hiring slowly, it’s all about making sure you're hiring the right role and choosing the right person for that position. It’s not about creating unnecessary hoops for candidates to jump through, or generally dragging your feet with the hiring process. And when you notice that somebody is not working out in their position or their performance isn’t up to par, you need to take swift action. It’s not about creating a culture of fear and terminating people without giving them a chance to improve, but rather having an open dialogue and providing opportunities for your employees to excel. Tune in to hear my take on what it looks like to hire slow and fire fast.

IN THIS EPISODE, I TALK ABOUT:

  • Tactical things that you can implement in your business to hire slow and fire fast
  • What hiring slow and firing fast doesn’t mean
  • The importance of taking the time to clearly map out and prepare for your hiring process
  • How the 80/20 rule applies to hiring
  • How to approach conversations with employees when you notice they’re not meeting your expectations

CONNECT WITH JACKIE

Follow People Principles: @peopleprinciples

Let’s TikTok: @peopleprinciples

Learn more: peopleprinciples.co

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World's Greatest Boss - Illegal Questions You Can't Ask In Interviews
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05/23/22 • 13 min

Over my 15 years in the hiring and recruiting field, I’ve noticed that the lack of formal interview training has led to awkward, and sometimes illegal, practices. There are certain laws that prohibit us from asking questions about protected information that might lead to discrimination or the apperance of discrimination. I’m breaking down the exact topics that you need to avoid when you’re interviewing, and how to refocus your hiring techniques so that you’re getting the information you need without stepping over any boundaries. I also walk you through what to do if you learn about any protected information during the interview process, and how to steer the conversation in a better direction.

IN THIS EPISODE, I TALK ABOUT:

  • How to protect your business from different claims that may come up during the interview process
  • The different laws that are in place to protect employees during the hiring process
  • What exactly is considered protected information
  • Being mindful of your small talk topics and not getting too personal with follow-up questions
  • Ways to talk about salary expectations without blatantly asking a candidate what they’re currently making

CONNECT WITH JACKIE

Follow People Principles: @peopleprinciples

Let’s TikTok: @peopleprinciples

Learn more: peopleprinciples.co

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Going from a corporate background in hiring experts and building teams to launching your own small business has its advantages, but there’s always more to learn when you’re starting from the ground floor. Nobody knows this better than today’s guest, Kelly Kussman, the founder of Cayla Gray, a luxury perfume and candle company. Kelly went from having endless HR support at PetSmart to now navigating the world of contractors, freelancers, and virtual assistants on her own. Luckily, she has solid interviewing skills and has been able to adapt her hiring practices to find the perfect candidates.

We discuss how her priorities have changed now that she’s a small business owner, what her go-to interview questions are, and the number one trait that she looks for in a candidate, regardless of what the role is. Kelly shares her top team building tips for other solopreneurs and explains why it’s important to start with generalists at the beginning of your hiring journey.

IN THIS EPISODE, I TALK ABOUT:

  • What inspired Kelly to take the leap and go all-in on Cayla Gray
  • The lack of interview training across industries
  • Who Kelly’s first hires were and who she’s brought on as the business has grown
  • The importance of weaving in projects or activities during the interview process
  • Kelly’s favorite question to ask during an interview
  • Where Kelly goes to find candidates

CONNECT WITH KELLY


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Follow People Principles: @peopleprinciples

Let’s TikTok: @peopleprinciples

Learn more: peopleprinciples.co

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In this episode of World’s Greatest Boss, we dive deep into the world of hiring with an entrepreneurial powerhouse, Jonathan Porter-Whistman. Jonathan shares his key hiring insights and strategies that have paved his way to success.

We explore the critical importance of employer branding and how it can transform your business from the ground up. Jonathan reveals the secrets to building successful teams and the effective interview techniques he swears by. We delve into the non-negotiable skills every hire must possess and the pivotal role feedback plays in every position. Jonathan's unique techniques for stress testing candidates and observing their behavior provide a fresh perspective!

But that's not all! Jonathan enlightens us on the revolutionary role of AI in recruiting! And for those looking to speed up their hiring process, he shares his tips on compressing the hiring timeline without sacrificing quality.

What you'll hear in this episode:

[0:50] Meet Jonathan Porter-Whistman

[1:20] Key hiring insights and strategies

[6:05] Jonathan's entrepreneurial journey

[7:05] The importance of employer branding

[11:25] Building successful teams

[15:35] Effective interview techniques

[20:25] Non-negotiable skills in hiring

[22:45] The importance of feedback in roles

[23:30] Techniques for stress testing candidates

[24:30] Observing candidate behavior

[27:50] The role of AI in recruiting

[33:05] Building performance fingerprints

[35:40] Custom data models for companies

[38:30] Compressing the hiring timeline

Listen to Similar Episodes:

Embracing Innovation and AI with Jim Carter

Elevate Your Hiring Game: From Culture Fit to Culture Add

Using Personality Assessments for Hiring with Adrian Koehler

Connect with Jonathan on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/jon.whistman/

Find out more on Jonathan's website https://whohire.com

Order Jonathan's Book The Sales Boss: The Real Secret to Hiring, Training and Managing a Sales Team

Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackiemkoch/

Find more information on my website peopleprinciples.co

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How many episodes does World's Greatest Boss have?

World's Greatest Boss currently has 236 episodes available.

What topics does World's Greatest Boss cover?

The podcast is about Entrepreneurship, How To, Podcasts, Education and Business.

What is the most popular episode on World's Greatest Boss?

The episode title '153. Small Business Strategies to Chart Your Path to Growth' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on World's Greatest Boss?

The average episode length on World's Greatest Boss is 26 minutes.

How often are episodes of World's Greatest Boss released?

Episodes of World's Greatest Boss are typically released every 5 days.

When was the first episode of World's Greatest Boss?

The first episode of World's Greatest Boss was released on Mar 16, 2022.

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