Building a Sustainable Team


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Oct 22 2024 35 mins  

Podcast Title: Digital State of Mind


Episode Title: Building a Sustainable Team


Host: Jessica Hawks


Release Date: October 22nd, 2024


Summary:


In this episode of the Digital State of Mind podcast, host Jessica Hawks dives deep into her journey of building a team and shares actionable advice for other business owners looking to expand their team in a thoughtful and sustainable way. She emphasizes that building a team is not only a significant responsibility but also a motivator to show up daily for the people you lead. Whether you’re hiring your first subcontractor or thinking about growing into a larger company, Jessica provides valuable insights into how to approach leadership, hiring, and the nuances of business culture.


Topics Covered:



  • Times Square Billboard with Kajabi

  • Following your passion in business

  • Deciding when to expand your team

  • Balancing freedom and structure in team dynamics

  • Tips for starting with subcontractors

  • Leadership and creating a healthy business culture

  • Setting rates for team members

  • Incorporating a “CEO Day” for business growth

  • Delegating tasks to focus on higher-level work

  • Business model choices: agency vs. small team

  • Scaling and soul-searching: choosing your business model and team size

  • Showing up for your team and the rewards of leadership

  • Navigating challenges and hard conversations as a leader


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Next Episode:


Don’t miss the next episode where Jessica dives deeper into scaling your business and shares more tips for creating a sustainable business model. Stay tuned!