Tom Duncan, CEO, on Innovating in the Home Improvement Industry

Tom Duncan spent 15 years as the CEO of Positec, the innovative, market-leading power tool company, where he now serves on the board. Tom started the American division of Positec in 2005 and oversaw their successful growth strategy; Positec’s direct to consumer brands, Worx and Rockwell, are two of the fastest growing tool brands in the world. With a wealth of experience leading this challenger brand, Tom has developed an agile and process-oriented approach to hiring. Highlights from our conversation include: Positec’s formula for success (4:26) His “two way street” hiring philosophy (7:33) One valuable lesson he’s learned from hiring mistakes (9:27) Why process is key (10:10) Early hiring challenges during Positec’s rapid growth (12:44) How Positec’s global business factored into their talent strategy (15:28)  The benefits and drawbacks of hiring within your network (17:09) Tom’s advice for emerging leaders (27:00) Visit HowIHire.com for transcripts and more on this episode. Follow Roy Notowitz and Noto Group Executive Search on LinkedIn for updates and featured career opportunities. Subscribe to How I Hire: Apple Spotify Amazon Google