The Secret to Hiring Friends Without Ruining the Business with Marcylle Combs

In this episode of Beyond the Bestseller, host Kelly Schuknecht interviews Marcylle Combs, author of 'Never Hire Your Friends.' They discuss the importance of building friendships in the workplace, the balance between personal and professional relationships, and the challenges of accountability as a leader. Marcelle shares her journey of writing her book, the realities of publishing, and how her experiences shape her approach to leadership and team dynamics. In this episode, we discuss: Why Marcylle decided to write a book after 30 years in healthcare and several successful business exits. The reality of "the wrong seat on the bus": How to handle performance issues without ruining a friendship. Setting boundaries: How to navigate texts, calls, and work-life integration as a leader and a friend. The "grueling" truth about the publishing process, from collaborative writers to hybrid publishers. Why you don't need 10,000 followers to share a message that matters. Resources Mentioned: Purchase Marcylle’s book: Never Hire Your Friends on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4sKToGI Visit Marcylle’s Website: https://marcyllecombs.com Listen to Marcylle’s Podcast: 50% with Marcylle Combs: https://marcyllecombs.com/podcast If this episode resonated with you or someone you know, don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with those who might need to hear Marcylle Combs’s story. For more resources to help you write and market your book, visit https://kellyschuknecht.com.