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  • 172- Dont Hire the Walking Lawsuit

    172- Dont Hire the Walking Lawsuit
    2025/04/15
    Tired of hiring headaches that turn into legal nightmares? In this crucial episode of The Business Wingman Show, Steve and Travis Smith sit down with employment law expert Jim McDonald from Fisher Phillips to reveal the secrets to smart hiring and how to avoid bringing a "walking lawsuit" into your organization.
    Discover the critical steps you MUST take during your hiring process to identify and screen out potential problem employees *before* they cost you time, money, and endless stress.

    Here's what you'll learn:
    The Fatal Flaw in Resumes: Why relying solely on resumes is a recipe for disaster (and what to do instead!).

    The Power of the Employment Application: Uncover the key questions you need to ask and red flags to watch out for (including those tricky "mutual decisions"!).

    Interviewing Like a Pro: Legal and effective questions to uncover a candidate's true work ethic, attitude, and potential for conflict. Learn what you *can* and *cannot* ask!

    Decoding Red Flags: From forgotten supervisors to victim mentality – Jim shares his decades of experience in spotting trouble early.

    The Salary Conversation: Navigate compensation discussions legally and effectively.

    The MUST-HAVE Document: Learn about the California Dispute Resolution Agreement (arbitration agreement) and why it's a game-changer for employers
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    Reference Checks That Actually Work: Go beyond HR and get the real scoop on candidates.

    The Introductory Period Advantage: How to use the first 90 days (or more) to ensure a good fit and address issues proactively.

    Documenting for Protection: Why written records are essential for managing employee performance and mitigating legal risk.

    Key Takeaways:
    Don't gamble with your hiring decisions! This episode provides actionable insights and practical strategies to build a high-performing team while safeguarding your business from costly legal battles. Learn how to hire with confidence and create a positive, productive work environment.
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    46 分
  • 171- Motivating Your Team During Business Slow Downs

    171- Motivating Your Team During Business Slow Downs
    2025/04/01
    Business slowdowns are inevitable. When these light periods show up, what do you do to keep your team motivated? What do you do to capture this time and get things done that would get put aside when business is heavy?

    In today's episode of the Business Wingmen, your hosts Steve and Travis Smith discuss a variety of things that will improve your staff, your operation and your ability to confidently get through the next downturn.
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    35 分
  • 170- The Four Pillars of Economic Resilience

    170- The Four Pillars of Economic Resilience
    2025/03/18
    We're headed into a period of potentially great economic uncertainty. To prevent your business from a severe setback, focus on these 4 areas that will enable you to avoid financial damage and achieve economic resilience.
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    37 分
  • 169- Is Your Management Style Obsolete? Future-Proof Your Leadership Now

    169- Is Your Management Style Obsolete? Future-Proof Your Leadership Now
    2025/03/11
    The business environment is changing and now it's headed for your management career! As companies big and small look for ways to become more efficient, leaners and more profitable, the role of management is being looked at for its future viability.

    If you're strength is in leading and overseeing the work of others, you'll need to future-proof your leadership now, ensuring your company sees you as a management asset, not a place to cut.
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    33 分
  • 168- 4 Universal Principles to Ensure a Rewarding Career

    168- 4 Universal Principles to Ensure a Rewarding Career
    2025/03/05
    Career growth and development is a lifetime pursuit. So, how do you know you are doing things right and will eventually receive the rewards associated with career success? In today's episode of the Business Wingmen, your hosts, Steve Smith & Travis Smith reveal the 4 universal principles that ensure career success.
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    45 分
  • 167- Miserable at Work- How To Fix It Without Burning Bridges

    167- Miserable at Work- How To Fix It Without Burning Bridges
    2025/02/12
    Are you waking up dreading work? Do you feel disgruntled, unappreciated, or just plain tired of your job? You're not alone. Many professionals experience these feelings, especially in today's ever-changing work environment. In this episode, we discuss what to do when you hate your job, but before you make any rash decisions like revenge quitting or quiet quitting.
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    34 分
  • 166- Drive High Performance by Developing Self Managed Employees

    166- Drive High Performance by Developing Self Managed Employees
    2025/01/29
    Why are self managed employees more likely to be high performers in their jobs? The answer lies in how they manage themselves and the work they do. Hiring these folks is the best approach but how can you identify and develop employees who may exhibit high performance tendencies? In this episode of the Business Wingmen, your hosts Steve and Travis Smith define what to look for and how to approach developing self managed employees.
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    39 分
  • 165- Stump the Wingman

    165- Stump the Wingman
    2025/01/22
    In this episode, your business wingmen, Steve Smith and Travis Smith, take turns handling situations that occur with leaders, business owners, managers and professionals. Their evaluation and advice for dealing with these issues is worth the listen.
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    43 分