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EPISODE · May 14, 2026 · 33 MIN

How Bad Hires Quietly Destroy Ecommerce Businesses

from Ecommerce: The Hammersley Brothers Ecommerce Podcast · host The Hammersley Brothers

This week on the Hammersley Brothers eCommerce Podcast, we’re tackling a topic we haven’t covered before — but one that can have a massive impact on the growth of your business: Hiring the wrong person, team member, or agency. In eCommerce, the wrong hire doesn’t just cost you money. It can slow momentum, create bad energy in the business, pull you out of sync with the market, and in some cases, set you back for years. In this episode, we talk through: Why hiring the wrong people can be so damaging The hidden cost of bringing “C players” into your business Our own mistakes when it comes to hiring and choosing partners How to spot the warning signs before it’s too late What to look for when building the right team around your brand Whether you’re hiring internally, working with freelancers, or choosing an agency, this episode will help you avoid one of the biggest mistakes eCommerce brands make.   P.S. Whenever you’re ready... here are 3 ways Ian and I can help you grow your ecommerce business:   1. Talk to us. Book a call with us and let's talk about accelerating your growth - https://go.hammersleybrothers.com/scheduleuk-ant   2. Grab a copy of our book - https://gohigh.hammersleybrothers.com/get-the-book 3. Join the Ultimate Guide To Ecommerce Facebook group and connect with e-commerce owners who are scaling too - https://www.facebook.com/groups/924567391291786

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