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As a founder, hiring/managing/promoting people is a constant part of the job. Metrics are important but incomplete. Here are 4 criteria that play a big role for me - **Reliable** - even though we are remote, do you show up and are reliable? Or does your neighbor's cat keep losing his nailpolish bottle (ok, I haven't heard that but you get the point). **Sensible** - Can you manage yourself? Can you prioritize things? Or do I have to do it for you? Can we constructively disagree or does it take an emotional toll? **Enthusiastic** - are you excited about your role/job? are you bringing positive energy to all the micro-interactions internally and externally? Do want to make things better? [We all go thru good/bad days so this isn't about fake cheerfulness, it's about a state of mind, not a snapshot of mind] **Proactive** - it's impossible to define a role and provide instructions on everything. The best people think and come up with new ideas instead of waiting for instructions. It's been a good journey with great colleagues that I get to work with. (Even some former ones were fantastic and their careers just needed to go in a different direction).

In 2017, I left my job to pursue entrepreneurship. I wasn’t sure what I wanted it to look like initially, but I felt it was time for me to pursue work that aligned with my personality, values, and goals. In 2019, I started working on Catalyst Training + Development, my coaching and consulting company. I didn’t have a desire or need to build a team until I started developing this company. In 2024, I am focusing on hiring great people for my internal teams while also helping our clients connect with great people they can hire. If you’re looking for sales, business development, or support roles that are flexible and remote, we should talk. 2024 will be exciting! #hiring #athletesinbusiness #athlete #lifeaftersports #businessadvisor #catalyst #financialservices #purpose

From Virtual Assistant to Powerhouse Ally: My Grit Journey at A Leading Company. I started as a virtual assistant for the esteemed Executive Director at a top company. It was a whirlwind - managing their relentless schedule, anticipating needs, and juggling a mountain of tasks. The learning curve was steep, the days were long, and some might say overwhelming. But there's a reason I thrive in fast-paced environments: grit. Grit is what pushed me to master new software on the fly. It fueled my late nights researching industry trends to anticipate the director's needs. It sustained me through relentless prioritization and troubleshooting. Every challenge became a chance to learn, grow, and impress. Over time, I transformed from assistant to a strategic partner. The director began relying on my insights, trusting my judgment, and crediting me for key wins. My dedication opened doors to exciting projects and fueled my professional growth. Today, I'm not just a virtual assistant; I'm an indispensable part of the executive team. My journey is a testament to the power of grit in the workplace. It's a quality I bring to every project, and one I'd love to leverage to support your success too. If you're looking for a dedicated, resilient, and highly skilled virtual assistant who can turn challenges into triumphs, let's connect. I'm always open to new opportunities and eager to bring my grit and expertise to new challenges. #opentowork #opentonewopportunities #openforbusiness #openforcommunication #recruiters #hr #startups #va #eva #ea

Although the Startup CEO job is more operational, administrative and legal in nature than people would first assume. A portion I enjoy the most is the people part of the job. I enjoy everything from writing JDs to doing 1:1s with team members to make sure we are steering their career in the direction they want it to go, to celebrating their contributions to the company we are building together. You will never regret investing in the people piece of building a company.

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Unlock the true potential of your team by prioritizing these positive attributes when hiring: - Achievers who consistently get things done - Drama-free individuals fostering a harmonious work environment - Trust builders creating a foundation for success - Effective communicators enhancing team synergy - Enthusiastic learners committed to continuous growth - Team players fostering a collaborative and uplifting atmosphere Elevate your team with positivity and watch success follow naturally. #PositiveLeadership #TeamSuccess #HiringWisdom

Hiring is my most important job as a founder. But I don't just look at resumes and experience. I look for less tangible qualities that make someone a standout team member. 1. Extreme ownership is #1. I want people who will own projects like they own the company. No passing the buck, no "that's not my job." Just a relentless drive to deliver. 2. I'm also a sucker for intellectual curiosity. The most valuable players are the ones who are always looking to expand their skill set. They read voraciously, seek out mentors, and apply new knowledge. 3. I prize adaptability. Startups are unpredictable. Priorities shift, strategies evolve, fires erupt. I need people who don't just cope with change, but thrive in it. Folks who see ambiguity as an opportunity. So what's my point? Skills can be taught. But character is built. Hire for the intangibles and invest in training up the rest. It's the best way we've found to build an A-team.

We should appreciate people who make our lives easy. It’s been a year since I hired, a lovely and talented girl, as my Executive Assistant, all thanks to a recommendation from my mentor. I never realized I needed someone in that role, even at this stage of business, because I believe our dreams are big but there’s still a long way to go. I always thought this role existed only for big-shot business owners and big politician. And when I shared with my mentor how hard it is for me to balance work demand, motherhood and my own life, that’s when he asked me to go for an Executive Assistant and thank me later :) And the journey begin from searching on Google about the What an EA does and what kind of personality it is. Well, I found a perfect match in her. And my life has been so much easier since then. - Taking care of my work schedules. - Arranging my meetings. - Maintaining my calendar. - Constant reminders so I am not missing out anything important. - Managing my travel plans right from booking flights to perfect outfit for the occasion. - My health recommendations. - My daughter’s schedule. There were times when I missed picking her up from school but she never missed it. - Helping me in my hiring closures, shoots, and much more. There is much more than this. Before her, I never knew I could free up this much time and use it for better productivity. And I must tell you, time is the most important currency in the world. So here I am appreciating Garvisha and all the EAs who dedicate themselves in making their boss’s life easier. This job role is underrated because there is no direct ROI attached, but the indirect ROI is your free time, which is significant because you can do so much with it. PS: Startup founders can also hire EAs. It’s has huge benefits. #founders #startuplife #team #success

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