Building Your A-Team: How to Stop Playing the Hiring Lottery and Stack Your Deck with Rockstars

👋 Are your employees more like the cast of “The Office” after a few too many Dundie Awards than a well-oiled machine? 🥴 Trust me, I get it.

I once hired a “social media guru” who thought Instagram was solely a place for Gen Z and posting a reel everyday with “trending” music was all it took. 🤦‍♀️ Spoiler alert: they didn’t last long.

Building a dream team is HARD, y’all! There’s ghosting, catfishing, and the occasional LinkedIn profile that seems a little too good to be true. (Seriously, who HAS that many endorsements?!)

But through those experiences, I’ve learned a thing or two about what it takes to create a team that’s not just good, but freaking AWESOME.

So, how do you build an A-team that will knock your socks off?

It starts with asking the right questions:

1. Do they have the chops? Sure, we all love a charming personality and a killer resume, but skills and experience are non-negotiable. Look for people who have a proven track record of getting stuff DONE, not just talking a big game. 💪
2. Are they your tribe? Skills can be taught, but a positive attitude and a willingness to learn? That’s priceless! ✨ Hire people who share your values, who are fired up about your mission, and who will fit right in with your company culture. Remember, a positive attitude is contagious (and so is a bad one!). Choose your team wisely.
3. Are they growth-minded? Don’t just hire for today’s needs; hire for tomorrow’s world domination! 🌍 Look for people who are hungry to learn, adaptable to change, and ready to tackle new challenges head-on. After all, a team that’s not growing is a team that’s dying.

But wait, there’s more!

Hiring is just the beginning. Retaining top talent is equally important (and sometimes even harder!).

Here are a few tips to keep your team happy, engaged, and singing your praises:

• Create a workplace that’s the bomb-dot-com! 💣 Foster a culture of open communication, collaboration, and mutual respect. Make it a place where people feel valued, heard, and genuinely excited to come to work every day. (Hint: Donuts and team-building exercises help 😉).
• Invest in your people like they’re your own kids. (Well, maybe not THAT much, but you get the idea.) Offer opportunities for training, development, and advancement. Show your team that you’re invested in their growth, and they’ll be more likely to stick around for the long haul.
• Show the love! ❤️ Don’t forget to recognize and reward your team’s hard work and dedication. A little appreciation can go a long way (and it doesn’t have to cost a fortune!). A handwritten note, a shout-out in a meeting, or even a surprise pizza party can do wonders for morale. 🍕

Remember, building a great team isn’t a sprint; it’s a marathon. 🏃‍♀️ It takes time, effort, and a whole lot of heart. But when you create a team of rockstars who are passionate about your mission and committed to your success, there’s nothing you can’t accomplish together. 🚀

Need a little help building your A-team?

Systems to Scale is here to help. We offer fractional COO services, team building workshops, and VA matching to help you create a team that’s unstoppable.

So, what are you waiting for? Let’s build a team that’s so awesome, it’ll make your competitors green with envy! 💚