Keynote: Building the Right Team
summary
Starts a recruitment agency on £800 start and grows it into an 11–12 year business where a junior hire becomes director and holds more shares than the founder; retains staff exceptionally well — lost five people from a team of six to twelve — by defining culture, promoting internal leaders, and giving clear career paths. Advises keeping 12 months runway before hiring, supplying equipment, supporting mental health, using Zoom/Slack/Discord for daily social calls and coffee breaks, and rehiring ex-staff case‑by‑case.
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chapters (11)
- 0:00Start
- 3:34The Spirit of Startup
- 3:46Building a Team from Start
- 5:16The Power of Employment Branding
- 6:12Building the Right Team
- 6:33Assess the Team
- 7:00The Culture of the Team
- 21:39What Are the Things That Someone Should Keep in Mind When Hiring People To Work Remotely any Suggestions on What Tools Can Help every Team Member Stay Organized
- 22:35Support System
- 26:01How Does Hiring for a One-Man Outfit Differ from Hiring for a for an Existing Small Team
- 27:49How Do You Ensure that the Hiring Process Is Fair and Equal
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