Listen "Part I: Building Teams That Win: The Secret to Hiring, Training, and Leading with Impact"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Strategies for Tomorrow's Leaders, we explore the power of leadership that prioritizes culture, training, and strategic hiring. Our guest, Marnie Byford, shares insights on how to build a strong, mission-driven team, the importance of hiring for attitude over skills, and why slowing down can be the key to long-term success. Meet Our Podcast Guest: Marnie Byford This week, we're joined by Marnie [Last Name], COO of Supreme Staffing, a national leader in talent solutions. With 17+ years in staffing and recruiting, Marnie specializes in strategic growth, operations, and team development. Her expertise in healthcare administration and education brings unique insight into workforce challenges and solutions. Tune in for a conversation on leadership, talent strategy, and building high-performing teams! Key Takeaways: How to hire for attitude and train for skill The role of leadership in creating a high-performance team culture Why slowing down in hiring and onboarding leads to long-term success The impact of hands-on leadership and understanding frontline challenges Strategies for effective delegation as a tool for leadership development The evolving job market and how to adapt hiring strategies for 2025 Show notes: 00:00 – Introduction to the episode and guest background 00:29 – The importance of hiring right and what most companies get wrong 01:07 – How our guest started in staffing and what led to their leadership journey 02:42 – The hiring philosophy: Attitude over skills 03:53 – Inside the interview process: How to assess hunger and motivation in candidates 04:59 – The unique assessment process: Placing candidates in real work scenarios 07:01 – Why every leader should understand frontline operations before managing people 07:53 – The role of onboarding in long-term retention and success 09:22 – What clients do wrong in their hiring process (and how to fix it) 10:30 – The consequences of rushed interviews and why slowing down is key 11:29 – The biggest hiring mistakes companies make 12:46 – The impact of culture fit vs. culture add in hiring 14:33 – How investing in employee growth leads to better retention Ways to Connect & Learn More: LinkedIn: Marnie Byford Email: [email protected]
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