CI - S2 - 145 - The First Hire Every Entrepreneur Should Make

Who should be your first hire?Most entrepreneurs wait too long before making their first hire, and it usually costs them time, energy, and growth.In this solo episode, Tom Krol explains why an executive assistant should be the very first person you bring into your business. He shares how the right EA can free up your time, keep you focused on revenue-generating work, and help you build a more consistent business.Listen and enjoy the show!You'll Learn How To:Know when it's time to hire your first executive assistantFind and interview the right candidateAvoid common hiring mistakesWhat You'll Learn in This Episode:(00:31) Who should be your first hire?(01:57) Why do we hire an executive assistant?(03:09) Protecting your time is one of the best investments you can make(03:25) The biggest mistake entrepreneurs make after hiring an executive assistant(03:50) The qualities Tom recommends looking for when hiring an EA(05:40) Your executive assistant must already be working(06:17) Interviewing multiple people helps you make a better hiring decision(06:59) Bookkeeping skills are valuable for an executive assistant(07:18) Have your wife do the final interview(09:35) Don't give them new things to do; give them things to doWho This Episode Is For:Coaches building their first teamEntrepreneurs feeling overwhelmed with daily tasksBusiness owners ready to grow without burning outWhy You Should Listen:Tom shares a simple framework for finding the right executive assistant, delegating the right work, and creating more time to focus on growing your business.Resources: Apply now for Coaching Inc.’s private mastermind at coachinginc.com