S6 E 12: Evolving Practices in Employee Training

In this episode of the Business of Business podcast, Staci J. Dempsey, Jennifer Faith, and Jack Dempsey discuss the evolving challenges of hiring and training employees in today's business landscape. They share personal experiences and insights on the importance of having a structured hiring process, the need for effective training systems, and strategies for retaining talent. The conversation emphasizes the significance of adapting to changes in the workforce and the necessity of being proactive in hiring to avoid crises. The hosts also reflect on their own hiring practices and the lessons learned from past experiences.Nugget Alerts- Hiring new employees is an evolving process.- Having a structured hiring system is crucial.- Don't wait until you're in crisis to hire.- Training systems should be evaluated regularly.- Change can drive innovation and growth.- Consider who is best suited to train new employees.- Always be open to hiring opportunities.- Identify vulnerable areas in your workforce.- List specific needs for each position when hiring.- Learning from past hiring experiences is essential.Email us at: [email protected] Please download our Best of Nuggets eBook here. Like and follow us on FacebookJennifer Faith Dempsey has been in the beauty industry for over 10 years. For the last 5m years, she has owned J. Faith Hair Studio. She brings her experience on how she balances entrepreneurship and motherhood. Check out Jen’s blog.Staci Joy Dempsey is an insurance agent, a mom, and a busy non-profit volunteer. She truly understands what it means to be an entrepreneur. Staci serves as the podcast's host.Jack Dempsey is the dad who heads up this busy family. He is a founding partner in Dempsey, Weiss & Associates, an Elmer, NJ-based insurance and investment firm that began more than 30 years ago.