The journey of leadership can often be a tumultuous one, filled with both fulfilling highs and devastating lows. When the lows encompass a landscape tainted by toxic leadership, the task of healing and rediscovering the inherent leader within yourself can seem like an overwhelming challenge. However, I assure you, it’s not only possible, but it’s […]

If you’re like me, you love a good personality test. Give me the enneagram, the DiSC, the Kolbe, StrengthsFinders, Myers Briggs any day, and that list can go on and on. But, I’ve spoken before about the detriments weaving in a personality test too early in your hiring process can have.  So today on the […]

Hiring a team as an entrepreneur is an exciting adventure, but how do you get ready to make your first hire?  Maybe you’re wondering if you have what it takes to lead, or, maybe you’re worried about skipping a crucial step in the process and dealing with those repercussions later on. Perhaps deeper than that, […]

In today’s episode of the Joy to Lead® Podcast I’m asking a question prompted by the book Chief Joy Officer by Richard Sheridan. We’ll be reading this book as part of our book club inside the Joy to Lead® Leadership Academy, because it’s just so good! Today I’m exploring the concept of a no-firing policy, […]

Bringing a new person onto your team is exciting and equally challenging, and we’ve got to remember that hiring is not an immediate cure-all to the problems in your business (I see this way too often!). When you onboard a new team member, you don’t magically fast-forward in business! A common mistake I see entrepreneurs […]

Congrats on successfully navigating the hiring process and welcoming a fresh face to your team! This is an exciting chapter, not only for the newcomer but for your entire team. Before you get your welcome committee organized, let’s dive into the critical — yet often underestimated — process of onboarding a new team member. Why […]

Have you ever navigated the hiring process, only to find yourself disappointed by candidates who applied for the wrong position or were simply unqualified? Perhaps you’re planning to hire in the near future and are in the process of creating a job posting? If either scenario sounds familiar, it’s time to grab your notes. Today, […]

Up until recently, I’ve always believed one of the most important things we should do when hiring a new team member was to search for “culture fit.” We’re told to search for someone whose life purpose and daily actions align with the culture you’re trying to create in your team.  However, I’m finding and realizing […]

Have you ever sat down to write out the job description for your next hire but your mind just goes BLANK? We’ve all been there, which is why today on the Joy to Lead Podcast we’re talking about the five things your job description needs and how to create it for your next hire.  In […]

When working a 9-5, you have a clear view of what’s needed to get promoted. You know what the next “rung on the ladder” looks like, and you’ve got it in your sites. But as an entrepreneur, do you know what’s needed to promote yourself in your business? What does your growth plan look like? […]