Hiring your first employee can be one of the most exciting—and risky—moments in building a business.
In this episode of The Personal Side of Business, Jet Bunditwong talks with Sara Nicholson about what entrepreneurs need to understand about HR before they hire, scale or grow a team.
The conversation covers the role of HR in small business, common hiring misconceptions and the value of a strong foundation for employers and employees.
Topics in this interview
Preparing to hire your first employee
Employees and independent contractors
Building a workplace culture beyond perks
Behavioral interviews and understanding candidates
Where AI can support HR and where human judgment matters
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Read Sara Nicholson’s guest story and interview recap for more context on hiring, workplace culture and the human side of HR.
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