S1E20 | Why Trades Owners Should Treat Recruiting Like a Risk Strategy

Most trades owners know people are hard to find.But the bigger issue is what happens when recruiting stays reactive.Wrong hires create turnover.Turnover hurts culture.Culture problems hit safety, continuity, growth, and long-term business value.In this episode of Builders, Makers, Doers, Andy Bassett and Elliot Bassett talk about why recruiting is not just an HR task. It is one of the most important systems inside a resilient trades business.They break down what they have seen with clients, what they have experienced inside Ellerbrock-Norris, and why the strongest companies are always building a pipeline of the right people before the need becomes urgent.In this episode, you’ll learn:- Why people are the foundation of a resilient business- How reactive recruiting creates hidden costs across the company- Why the wrong person in the wrong seat can damage culture fast- How recruiting impacts safety, continuity, key personnel planning, and exit readiness- Why employer positioning matters just as much as client positioningIf you own, lead, or help run a trades business, this episode will hit home.▶ Watch the full episode and subscribe to Builders, Makers, Doers.Stay Connected & Follow the Movement• Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts• Follow Builders, Makers, Doers on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/ellerbrock-norris/• Grab a copy of Andy Bassett’s bookhttps://www.ellerbrock-norris.com/bookConnect with the HostsAndy BassettCEO, Ellerbrock-Norrishttps://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-bassett-cpcu-cic-7711853/Elliot BassettPresident and Partner, Ellerbrock-Norrishttps://www.linkedin.com/in/elliot-bassett-aip-cpcu-84499515/🌐 https://www.ellerbrock-norris.com/Chapters:00:00 – Recruiting as business resiliency03:40 – Why recruiting needs a system07:20 – The best leaders always recruit10:45 – The real cost of bad hires12:50 – Moving beyond reactive hiring15:40 – Wrong person, wrong seat17:10 – How hiring impacts business risk19:40 – Defining the ideal employee22:40 – Marketing to talent, not just clients26:10 – Turning culture into a recruiting advantage28:05 – Why pre-hire systems matter31:05 – A real trades company recruiting journey We often talk about the 10 impact areas of risk within a business. Now, you can join us for a FREE Resiliency Audit. In 30 minutes, we'll comb through your business, find where you may be at risk, and deliver a detailed plan on how to address the issues. Time to stop being reactive – and commit to being proactive. Schedule your audit today.  You clearly like learning how other businesses are building resiliency. From the people the hire to their safety practices, risk management strategies, exit planning and more. Now, you can do a deep dive on YOUR business – for free. We'll dive into your business and deliver a detailed report that shows you actionable next steps and potential cost long-term savings. Sign up today at www.ellerbrock-norris.com/resiliency.