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Oct 2022
18m 27s

#503: The Do’s & Don’ts Of Hiring

Amy Porterfield
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From making your first hire to expanding your team, here’s what you need to know Your business is your baby. You nurture it, love it, and put a ton of time and energy into its growth. It’s no wonder that the thought of hiring your first employee (or expanding your team even more) makes you a little bit nervous. Not only can it be hard to let go of certain pi ... Show More
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