The Three C's of Hiring

In this week’s episode of To The Front, Adam delivers one of the most practical hiring frameworks he’s ever used to build high-performing, long-lasting teams. Inspired by a Dave Ramsey reel that sparked a fresh way of thinking, Adam shares the single best hiring metric he’s applied at Frontrunner, his print shops, and other businesses.What you’ll discover:Why motivation is not a soft skill, you can’t teach it, and unmotivated hires only check boxes without moving the business forward.The Three C’s hiring model: 1. Character – Can you trust them? Are they honest, empathetic, and ethical? Adam shares how he evaluates this—even using character-conundrum questions or reviewing social media to assess integrity. 2. Competency – Can they figure it out? From problem-solving scenarios to test days and retraining, competency is about trainability as much as raw skill. 3. Chemistry – Do they fit in with your culture? A defined culture—not just a mission statement—helps teams thrive or fail. Adam explains how involving your team in the interview process uncovers this.Why three interactions matter—it typically takes at least three touchpoints to gauge consistency across character, competency, and chemistry.His team scorecard system—how he rates A through F in all three Cs, allows one B at most, and refuses candidates unless two A’s are present. Long-term team success—why smart hiring is the backbone of sustainable growth—and how hiring the right people can help build a decade-spanning organization.Whether you’re recruiting your first hire or scaling a growing operation, this episode will equip you with clear, actionable steps to hire with confidence—and avoid the costly mistakes most teams make.🎙️ Tune in now and start hiring better.