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Stop Bad Hires

The Secret To Hiring People Who Actually Fit Your Team

Hiring someone who seemed perfect in the interview—only to realize they’re a terrible fit—is one of the most frustrating experiences a business owner can face.

They had the right skills, the right experience… but somehow, it just didn’t work.

If that’s happened to you, you’re not alone. And the good news is: you can fix it.

Why You Keep Hiring the Wrong People

A business owner I coached once told me:

“I ask the right questions. I check the references. But six months in… it’s obvious I’ve made another bad hire.”

The problem? Like most business owners, he was hiring based on what people could do—not who they are.

He wasn’t hiring for culture. And it was costing him time, money, and team morale.

What a Bad Hire Really Costs

• Re-training and re-hiring eats up valuable time
• Good team members burn out covering the gaps
• Momentum stalls while you scramble to replace people

Every mis-hire sets you back, especially if you’re trying to scale. If you're dealing with team friction, it’s also worth checking out our insights on building stronger teams.

What Great Hires Have in Common

The best hires don’t just look good on paper—they actually fit. They align with your company’s pace, values, and expectations.

When you hire the right way:

• Your team runs smoother
• Your people stay longer
• And you build a business you can step back from—not babysit every day

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The 3-Step Fix for Smarter Hiring

Here’s how to start hiring people who actually work well with your team:

1. Define Your Culture Before You Post the Job

Get clear on what kind of behaviors you reward. What are your values? What’s the pace and energy of your business?
Hiring without cultural clarity is like building a team with no playbook.

2. Use Behavioral Assessments

We use a tool called HireSense. It goes deeper than a resume to measure:

• Communication style
• Motivation triggers
• Critical thinking

Instead of guessing if someone’s a fit, you get data that supports better hiring decisions.

3. Hire for Attitude, Train for Skill

If someone shares your values and work ethic, you can teach them the job.
But if they’ve got a bad attitude? No amount of onboarding can fix that.

This mindset also leads to long-term savings and smarter staffing—key parts of improving your business’s bottom line.

You Don’t Have to Do This Alone

I’m Business Coach Steve.

This is exactly what I help business owners fix—every day.
From clarifying your culture to installing better hiring systems, business coaching helps you stop gambling on people and start hiring with confidence.

Want a team that actually fits—and sticks?

Take the First Step

👉Click the link to schedule your complimentary 2-week Business Breakthrough Coaching Experience.

Your business deserves it—and so do you.