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Do you find hiring frustrating?? Are you disappointed with recruiting?? My name is Konstanty Sliwowski and I am a veteran of nearly 20 years in the business of recruitment, strategic talent acquisition and employment consultancy. I now focus my time on advising organisations and managers on how to be more, strategic, efficient, and effective at engaging and hiring top talent.In this podcast series, I speak with business leaders about how they attract and hire top performers. The high's and low's. And of course some funny stories and recruitment mishaps.If you are tired of recruitment processes that suck up your time and seem to never end and are looking for a more predictable way to attract, engage and hire top talent but also reduce the number of candidates you need to interview, come listen to our guest hiring managers including CEO's, CTO's, and CPO's open up about hiring experiences and how they approach talent acquisition.

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The Art and Science of Building Winning Teams with Peter Sorgenfrei

September 20, 2024 • School of Hiring

In this episode of School of Hiring, we dive deep into the complexities of hiring and leadership with two of the most seasoned minds in the field: host Konstanty Sliwowski and serial entrepreneur Peter Sorgenfrei. Together, they uncover why successful hiring is more than just an art—it’s a science. Whether you’re a founder, a manager, or an HR leader, this episode offers essential insights to help you avoid the costly mistakes many leaders make when hiring.

Key Topics Covered:

The Art vs. Science of Hiring: Discover why relying on intuition or gut feelings in hiring often leads to poor outcomes—and why leaders must balance both the creative and analytical aspects of the process to get it right.
Common Hiring Misconceptions: Peter addresses the false confidence many leaders have in their hiring abilities, revealing the harsh truth that nearly 50% of hires leave within 18 months. He shares personal anecdotes and lessons learned from hiring over 300 people.
The Personal Cost of Hiring Mistakes: Beyond financial and time-related consequences, bad hires can take a personal toll on leaders. Peter opens up about his turning point in 2019, when burnout forced him to rethink his approach to building teams.
The Whole Human Approach: Peter explains his philosophy on hiring for the "whole human," which goes beyond just evaluating skills and looks at the broader characteristics that make someone a sustainable, long-term fit for an organization.
Advice for First-Time Founders and Managers: Learn actionable tips on how to avoid common pitfalls in early-stage hiring and how to ensure your team scales effectively with your business.

Top Questions Answered in this Episode:

What is the biggest misconception leaders have about hiring?
Can intuition be trusted in the hiring process, or is it often misleading?
What are the hidden personal costs of making a poor hiring decision?
How can leaders adopt the “Whole Human Approach” in their hiring practices?
What should first-time team builders focus on to ensure hiring success?
Was there a pivotal moment when Peter realized his hiring strategy needed to change?
How do you codify hiring to make it a repeatable, effective process?

Why You Should Listen:
If you’ve ever found yourself scratching your head after a seemingly great hire didn’t work out, or if you’re looking to avoid the expensive and time-consuming mistakes that so many companies fall into, this episode is a must-listen. Peter Sorgenfrei’s unique experience, both as a CEO and a coach, gives listeners an in-depth look at the long-term strategies required to build teams that thrive—not just in terms of output, but in their alignment with your company’s vision and culture.

Episode Highlights:

"Hiring is not just about filling roles—it’s about shaping the future of your organization."
"We often hear that hiring is an art, but here’s the truth—it’s also a science."
"Almost 50% of hires leave within 18 months—what does this tell us about how we’re hiring?"
"The Whole Human Approach is about hiring people, not just resumes."

Guest Bio: Peter Sorgenfrei is a serial entrepreneur who has founded and scaled six companies, including one from a two-person garage startup to a global operation. With over 300 hires to his name, Peter brings an invaluable perspective on the challenges of building high-performing teams. After a life-altering experience in 2019, Peter turned his focus to coaching founders and CEOs, guiding them in creating sustainable and resilient teams.

Follow Konstanty Sliwowski on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sliwowskik/

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