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17th Mar 2025

Vicky Brown | Scaling with the Right Team: HR Strategies for Growth

🎧 Episode Summary:

In this episode of Women Choosing Growth, host Tina Sue sits down with HR expert Vicky Brown to discuss how entrepreneurs can successfully scale their businesses by hiring, developing, and retaining the right team. Vicky shares her extensive HR experience, providing actionable strategies for business owners to build a high-performance culture, make smart hiring decisions, and manage growing teams effectively. Whether you’re hiring your first employee or expanding a team, this conversation is packed with valuable insights to help you navigate the complexities of HR with confidence.

🗝️ Key Topics Covered:

  • The importance of hiring the right people at the right time
  • How to strategically plan for growth and future staffing needs
  • Why job postings should be seen as marketing tools
  • Effective methods for attracting top talent, including ‘Day in the Life’ content and testimonials
  • The power of career pathing and internal development
  • How to handle tough HR decisions, including terminations, with professionalism and care
  • The critical role of leadership in shaping company culture

✅ Actionable Takeaways:

  • Think Ahead: Plan hiring based on a 1-3 year business vision rather than reacting to immediate needs.
  • Use Job Postings as Marketing Tools: Write job descriptions that attract top talent rather than simply listing requirements.
  • Keep a Talent Pipeline: Continuously network with potential candidates, even if you’re not hiring yet.
  • Leverage AI for Hiring: Use AI tools to refine job descriptions and ensure the right keywords are included.
  • Provide Career Growth Opportunities: Show employees a clear path for advancement to improve retention.
  • Have the Tough Conversations: Address performance issues early to prevent bigger problems down the line.
  • Lead with Confidence: Entrepreneurs must embrace their role as leaders and set clear expectations for their team.

💬 Notable Quotes:

  • "Hiring is not just about filling a role; it’s about attracting the right person for your vision." – Vicky Brown
  • "Recruiting is a marketing exercise. You’re selling your company to potential candidates." – Vicky Brown
  • "You cannot scale your business without having the right people on your team." – Tina Moser
  • "Every part of the job is part of the job—don’t overlook small performance issues." – Vicky Brown
  • "The people who got you from A to B are not always the people who will get you to Z." – Tina Moser

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Women Choosing Growth
Welcome to the Women Choosing Growth podcast, your go-to show actionable advice to grow your business to be worth millions while sharing empowering stories of triumph and navigating obstacles from women entrepreneurs, industry experts, and thought leaders who have experienced the inevitable challenges that come with entrepreneurship.

Whether you're embarking on your entrepreneurial journey or seeking to elevate your business to new heights, our podcast is your ultimate resource hub, providing you with the essential tools, valuable resources, and a supportive community to foster your business growth.

I'm your host, Tina Sue, a lifelong entrepreneur and business growth advisor, and together, we'll crush a wide range of topics tailored specifically to the needs of women entrepreneurs. From effective marketing strategies to mastering the art of sales, from financial management to transformative leadership techniques, and from personal growth to professional development – we've got you covered.

Get ready to supercharge your business growth, work smarter, and build a business you will eventually sell form millions! This podcast is a must-listen for ambitious women entrepreneurs who are determined to thrive.

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