One Step Better Podcast

🤔Do your biases keep you from hiring great people? 

💼Interviewing can be an arduous process. But it can quickly become more effective and streamlined when you are clear on the qualities you SHOULD be hiring for.   In today's episode of the #OneStepBetter Podcast, Greg and Mike talk all things recruiting– how to get people to show up, how to objectify your hiring, and how to make sure you're hiring employees that last.

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Who has helped you get your business or career off the ground?

Building a business can be a daunting process. You don't know what you don't know, and while some mistakes are inevitable, avoiding the largest pitfalls could mean the difference between a successful and unsuccessful business.

That's where peers and mentors come in.

In today's episode of the #OneStepBetter Podcast, Matt shares the story of starting his business and how finding a solid group of peers early on helped to challenge and grow his firm to where it is today. After all, accountability is key when you're taking risks and trying new things. So who's pushing you to the next step?

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📈 Growth is exciting, but it looks different for each business. Knowing your WHY for growth will not only help you stay profitable through your growing pains, but also helps you determine the goals you need to focus on as you stretch. 

🎧 Check out today's episode of the #OneStepBetter Podcast where Matt & Mike discuss how to set your growth goals, the best times to prioritize growth, and some common growth pitfalls to avoid. 

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📈 Growth is exciting, but it looks different for each business. Knowing your WHY for growth will not only help you stay profitable through your growing pains, but also helps you determine the goals you need to focus on as you stretch. 

🎧 Check out today's episode of the #OneStepBetter Podcast where Matt & Mike discuss how to set your growth goals, the best times to prioritize growth, and some common growth pitfalls to avoid. 

#business #smallbusiness #leadership #success #grow #growth #education #podcast #businesspodcast #advice #businessgrowth #profit #expanding #budget #accounting

Have you reviewed your insurance policies lately? Insurance can often get pushed to the bottom of the priority list. Reality is, many business owners don't fully understand the scope of what is (and is NOT) covered by their policy until it's too late.

In today's episode of the #OneStepBetter Podcast, Mike talks with insurance expert Randy Allred to hear about common mistakes business owners make with insurance, as well as some questions you should ask your broker to make sure you get the best coverage for your specific business. 

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Pet insurance. Technology stipends. Flexible work hours. Gone are the days of your standard, simple benefits packages. In today's competitive hiring market, employees are looking at more than just their salary compensation to decide where to bring their skillset.

In today's episode of the #OneStepBetter Podcast, Mike and Matt discuss the basics of benefits, how to assess what your employees really value, and some creative, low-cost options to set your business apart from hiring competitors. 

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As summer comes to a close, many schedules are filling up with new routines and commitments. Unfortunately, work doesn't just go away when your schedule fills up. 

In today's episode of the #OneStepBetter Podcast, Mike and Matt discuss the importance of setting boundaries when it comes to your work life balance. Tune in to hear what boundary-setting responsibilities fall on the shoulders of employees and which ones should fall to the leadership team. 

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Do you make and share videos of yourself? To some, that sounds easy. To many, it sounds terrifying. But the saying is true– we are our own worst critics– and video is an incredible and simple way to let people get to know you and your business. 

In today's episode of the #OneStepBetter Podcast, Nick Bonitatibus (founder of The Digital Champions) shares how he's had success using video in his business, as well as why he thinks it is a unique tool to build trust with your audience. Tune in to hear some first steps you should consider as you get started using video in your business strategy. 

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Amortization, equity accounts, P&L statements, debits & credits, depreciation… accounting lingo can often feel like a foreign language. As a business leader, however, it is essential to know how to read your financials in order to make informed decisions for your business. 

In today's episode of the #OneStepBetter Podcast, Matt & Mike discuss the importance of having an accountant that can not just crunch the numbers, but also teach you about their significance. Tune in to hear some tips on how to start learning the lingo, as well as how to use the numbers to make smart decisions for your business. 

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It's summertime and many employees are taking some days off to go sit by the pool, visit family, or travel abroad. PTO and time off policies contribute to an employee's wellbeing, but can also be a headache for their employers to navigate. Does the same plan work for every employee? Are "exceptions" to the policy the best way to reward extra time? In today's episode of the #OneStepBetter Podcast, Mike and Kacie talk about their perfect PTO solutions, as well as the benefits of simplifying your policy so it can be fully automated – with NO exceptions. Tune in to hear some tips on how to structure, simplify, and implement your time off policy so your employees can be rested and ready to come back swinging.

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