Episode 1256 – Building a Rockstar Team: Lessons from a Coaching Call
Hiring the right people is one of the biggest challenges for business owners. In a recent coaching call, Mike Campion helped two business owners, Shawn and Hayatt, tackle their hiring struggles. Their questions led to key insights on hiring with core values and using data to improve the hiring process.
Hiring Based on Core Values
Shawn wanted to know how to use core values when hiring. Mike explained that businesses should hire people who naturally fit their company culture. Instead of just looking at skills, he suggested asking interview questions that reveal a person’s true values. A great hire will already believe in what the company stands for, making training and teamwork much easier.
Using Data to Improve Hiring
Hayatt wanted to know how to fix her hiring funnel. Instead of guessing what was wrong, Mike advised her to track key hiring data. She started measuring how many applicants made it through each step—applications, interviews, offers, and actual hires. By looking at the numbers, she found where people were dropping off. If too few people made it past the first interview, she knew she needed to tweak her process or job ad.
Simple Steps to Make Hiring Easier
- Use core values as a filter – Hire people who already share your company’s beliefs.
- Track your hiring data – Look at how many people move through each step of the process.
- Fix what’s broken – If too many people drop off at one step, figure out why and adjust.
Data + Values = A Winning Team
Mike reminded everyone that hiring isn’t just about gut feelings—it’s about tracking what works. When business owners combine core values with solid data, they can make better hiring decisions and build a strong team that helps their company grow.