EP 99: How to leverage behavioral assessments for effective hiring. Employee engagement and retention. Early growth-stage focus.

Join host James Mackey and guest Erick Gydesen, COO at GG Homes, as they explore a revolutionary approach to talent acquisition and its impact on hiring success. Discover the power of behavioral assessments and how they achieved an impressive 90% success rate. Gain practical insights into transforming your hiring process and learn about the concept of evergreen mechanics for long-term employee engagement. Uncover a unique program that rewards high-performing team members with discounted home purchases, fostering loyalty and motivation. They explore leadership challenges like decision-making under pressure and the value of a strong referral program. With a focus on culture, James and Erick discuss the perils of a bad hire and how to avoid them.This episode is a must-listen for startup founders, HR executives, and aspiring leaders seeking to build a thriving and efficient team.    0:39 Erick Gydesen's background    2:38 Leveraging behavioral assessments for effective hiring11:58 Designing evergreen mechanics for long-term engagement20:56 Hiring and maintaining company culture challenges31:48 Decision-Making and the blind faith challenge36:45 Referral program building Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible!  Follow us:https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/SecureVision: #1 Rated Embedded Recruitment Firm on G2!https://www.g2.com/products/securevision/reviewsThanks for listening!