Breakthrough Series: From Tech to CEO

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Summary:

In this conversation, Tanner Mullen and Adam Peterson discuss the challenges of transitioning from being a technician to a business owner in the wood coatings industry. They explore the importance of recruiting and hiring talent, and the benefits of creating a training program and apprenticeship levels. They also discuss the difference between hunting unicorns (finding highly skilled individuals) and breeding unicorns (developing talent within the organization). The conversation emphasizes the need for action, outlining processes, and taking leverage to build a successful team and business.

Takeaways

Recruiting and hiring talent is crucial for business growth and success.

Creating a training program and apprenticeship levels can help develop skilled and reliable employees.

Investing in people and building a system is essential for long-term business sustainability.

Taking action, outlining processes, and being one step ahead of applicants and employees are key to effective hiring.