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The Science of Hiring: Building Teams That Thrive

Blue is the New White Podcast

Release Date: 04/26/2024

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Blue is the New White Podcast

Blue Is The New White #185.1   What’s the key to a thriving business? For Rick Miller, it’s all about people, culture, and finding joy in the process. In this episode of Blue Is The New White, Rick Miller, founder and CEO of RLM Hospitality, shares his unique approach to: Building strong teams and identifying top talent. Creating a culture where laughter, authenticity, and collaboration thrive. Balancing operational efficiency with enjoying the journey of entrepreneurship.   Rick’s perspective as a restaurant management consultant offers valuable insights for leaders across...

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Blue Is The New White #185 Building a successful business isn’t just about revenue—it’s about people, culture, and operational efficiency. In this episode of Blue Is The New White, Rick Miller, founder of RLM Hospitality, shares his journey and the lessons he’s learned about: Attracting and retaining top talent in challenging markets. Creating a culture of alignment, respect, and growth within your organization. Balancing entrepreneurial passion with the structure needed for sustainable growth. Rick’s unique background in hospitality and management brings a refreshing perspective...

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EP | 184.1 RECAP w/ Idan Shpizear - Key Takeaways! show art EP | 184.1 RECAP w/ Idan Shpizear - Key Takeaways!

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🎉 Closing out the year with this recap on my latest episode with of . Awareness isn’t just about observing the world around you—it’s about understanding your thoughts, your emotions, and the patterns that keep you stuck. Idan shared how awareness acts as the catalyst for personal freedom and growth, helping us break free from reactive cycles and step into intentional living. No more autopilot, start designing a more intentional life. Take some time during the holiday's and listen to this one!   #MindsetShift #Awareness #Leadership #PersonalDevelopment #BlueIsTheNewWhite...

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Blue Is The New White #184   Are life’s challenges happening to you or for you? Idan Shpizear, founder of 911 Restoration, believes the answer lies in your perspective. In this episode of Blue Is The New White, Idan shares how awareness and mindset shifts can transform how we experience life. By understanding that our external circumstances reflect our inner state, we can find freedom and clarity even in the toughest situations. Topics Covered: The power of awareness in transforming your life How mindset shifts create freedom Seeing challenges as opportunities for growth Turning...

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Blue Is The New White #183.1 In the latest episode of Blue Is The New White, Ben Poole, founder of HVAC Tactical, reveals his superpower: motivating, encouraging, and lifting others up. For Ben, building people up isn’t just a skill—it’s a calling that brings him a deep sense of fulfillment and peace. Ben shares how focusing on others’ success can create a ripple effect of positivity and how serving others is at the core of true leadership. This conversation explores the importance of connection, encouragement, and inspiration in the skilled trades and beyond. Whether you’re a leader...

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Blue Is The New White #183 In this episode of Blue Is The New White, Ben Poole, founder of HVAC Tactical, shares his mission to elevate the skilled trades by fostering a mindset of mastery, respect, and value. Ben dives into how small mindset shifts can create ripple effects that uplift individuals, businesses, and the entire industry. Through his personal story and experiences, Ben explains how embracing personal growth, motivating others, and striving for excellence can change lives and reshape perceptions of the trades. He challenges trades professionals to believe in themselves,...

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Blue Is The New White #182.1 Your business thrives because of your A-players—the technicians and team members who are indispensable to your success. In this episode of Blue Is The New White, Chris Buttenham, founder of Reins, shares strategies to retain these top performers and create long-term loyalty. Learn how businesses in the skilled trades and home service industries can align incentives, improve retention, and build a stronger team culture. From understanding the unique value of your A-players to implementing practical retention strategies, this episode is packed with actionable...

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Blue Is The New White #182 In this episode of Blue Is The New White, Chris Buttenham, founder of Reins, reveals how small business owners can access innovative compensation and benefits tools without the high cost and complexity of traditional methods. Chris shares how his team has collaborated with top compensation attorneys to create customizable frameworks that are affordable, simple, and designed to meet the unique needs of small businesses. Learn how these tools can help you align incentives, retain top talent, and drive team success—all while simplifying traditionally complex...

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Blue Is The New White #181.1 In the latest Blue Is The New White episode, guest Roland Ligtenberg shared an incredible perspective on expertise: “I’m an expert at nothing, but I’m an expert in learning.” Today, being an "expert" often feels essential, but Roland's approach is a reminder that a learning mindset can be even more powerful. By drawing insights from failures, observing others, and taking lessons from different industries, Roland shows how embracing lifelong learning fuels growth, adaptability, and resilience. This episode challenges the idea of expertise and shifts the...

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Blue Is The New White #180 In this episode of Blue Is The New White, we’re joined by Roland Ligtenberg, co-founder of Housecall Pro, to discuss automation, growth, and the power of learning from failure. Roland shares valuable insights for home service business owners on how to leverage automation to free up time, scale operations, and focus on building meaningful customer relationships. He dives into his philosophy of 'being an expert at nothing but an expert at learning,' highlighting the importance of staying adaptable and embracing discomfort to fuel real growth.   Topics Covered:...

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Have you ever thought to yourself “I just made a great hire” only to be let down weeks or even days later? Do you cross your fingers every time you finish an interview or send an offer letter?

We’ve all been let down and disenchanted when it comes to recruiting or finding the right people in our organization, but maybe there’s a better way.

Meet Mike Hall, with Hall & Associates, who uses applied behavioral analytics to fuel business growth through finding the right people for your organization, and aligning the people already in your organization.

Listen in to hear our discussion on how we can now use behavioral science to:

  •           Increase the likelihood of hiring the right people for the right roles
  •           Boost productivity, profitability, and topline revenue
  •           Communicate with those who think differently than you
  •           Decrease turnover and the costs associated with it
  •           And grow your business in a calculated way

 

Tune in to hear this, and more!

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Thank you again and enjoy this episode of Blue is the New White with Mike Hall.