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Hiring Your First Employee

  1. Hiring Your First Employee Shannon Jean & Dave Hamilton 38:12

Hiring Your First Employee &Raquo; Sbs356 Hiring First Employee Scaled

Hiring Your First Employee &Raquo; Sbs356 Hiring First EmployeeYour new business is doing great. But, you are doing everything yourself and you need some help. Is it time to hire your first employee? Listen in as Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean discuss this important milestone for any Small Business owner.

 

 

  • 00:00:00 Small Business Show #356 for Wednesday, December 1, 2021
  • 00:00:48 The Concept of “Fiat Time”
  • 00:05:08 Who Should Be Your First Employee?
  • 00:06:51 How to know when you’re ready?
  • 00:11:12 Do you need a partner, an employee, or a contractor?
  • Sponsors
  • 00:14:39 SPONSOR: David vs. Goliath podcast, dedicated to helping Small Businesses leverage Technology to compete and win against their large competitors.
  • 00:16:12 SPONSOR: Napjitsu. We Love power naps here at SBS, and we know you do to. Napjitsu is a new way to recharge your body and your brain. For a limited time, receive 30% off your first purchase at Napjitsu.com/SBS.
  • 00:17:51 Who Should Be Your First Employee?
    • Dave says, salesperson!
    • Shannon says find someone with a willingness to do whatever is necessary.
    • The 80% Rule with Garry VonMyhr
    • Nolo Press
  • 00:37:13 SBS 356 Outtro

The post Hiring Your First Employee – Small Business Show 356 appeared first on Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast.

Dave Hamilton Podcaster & Publisher

Dave Hamilton, a seasoned tech enthusiast, podcaster, and publisher, has dedicated the past three decades to aiding computer users globally. Known for his insightful advice and valuable product recommendations on the Mac Geek Gab podcast, Dave also enjoys an esteemed reputation as the founder of BackBeat Media, a network of fiercely independent publishers. His online publishing journey took off with The Mac Observer, an acclaimed Apple news site he co-founded in 1998 and led to its successful acquisition in 2021.

Beyond his tech-savvy persona, Dave embraces a vibrant life filled with music and family in the New Hampshire seacoast. He passionately performs with bands Bitter Pill and Fling, among other musical projects, creating a harmonic balance between his love for technology and music. Alongside his wife, Lisa, he raised their two children amidst this symphony of innovation, passion, and independent spirit, showcasing the power of embracing one's interests and using them to make a meaningful impact in the world.