The Key to Smarter, Data-Driven Hiring
The Talent Impact Profile (TIP) The Key to Smarter, Data-Driven Hiring Hiring Mistakes Are Expensive—How Much Are They Costing You? Did you know that a bad hire can cost your company up to $1.5 million? Beyond the financial impact, the wrong hire can disrupt productivity, lower morale, and stall business growth. Yet, many companies still rely […]
What’s in a People Plan?
If you’re serious about building the business of your dreams, you can’t just “figure it out as you go” when it comes to your team. Your people are everything. The success of your business depends on having the right people in the right roles—at the right time. That’s why you need a People Plan. A […]
The #2 Dilemma: How Your COO Makes or Breaks Your Organization
Your COO (#2 Leader) is pivotal to your organization’s success. They either strengthen the entire operation by connecting the pieces and providing clarity, or they perpetuate chaos and confusion. Essentially, they can be the vital missing link that holds everything together or the weak link that undermines your business. How Does a COO Strengthen an […]
Did You Hire the Wrong #2 Leader? 5 Red Flags That Can Help You Tell
Introduction: Why a Strong #2 Leader Matters Hiring the right #2 leader is essential for any organization aiming to scale and achieve its strategic goals. This leader often acts as the operational backbone, translating the CEO’s vision into actionable plans and driving the team toward success. However, the wrong hire can lead to misalignment, inefficiencies, […]
How to Hire an Integrator
Hiring the right Integrator is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a business leader. This key role whether titled COO, President, VP of Operations, or simply your #2 Leader is responsible for turning your vision into reality. They lead your team, drive execution, and ensure your strategic goals don’t just live on […]
Number 2 Leader Appreciation Day
Announcing the “Number 2 Leader Appreciation Day” Celebrating the Unsung Heroes of Business Success In the world of business, the spotlight often shines brightest on the top leaders, the visionaries, and the CEOs. However, at VisionSpark, we recognize that the success of any organization often hinges on the strength and dedication of those in the […]
What is a #2 Leader in Small Businesses?
In a small business, the #2 leader is the person the founder or CEO counts on to keep things running smoothly. They’re the trusted right-hand—the one who turns ideas into action and makes sure the whole team is moving in the right direction. This person might have a title like COO, Integrator, President, VP of […]
How to Communicate Culture to Your Candidates
You’ve defined your open position, created a position profile, screened your candidates, and at last, you are at the interview stage of your hiring process. How will you make sure your candidate is not only qualified but also a culture fit? What Does Culture-Fit Really Mean? Culture fit is the likelihood that a candidate interviewing […]
Kick Task-Based Onboarding to the Curb. Use Experience-Based Onboarding Instead
The onboarding process is a new employee’s first impression of your organization. That’s why it’s best to give them information and tools to engage and excite them about their new role, and in turn, your company. Organizations are improving the experience of employees at their workplace by adopting agile team practices. That’s not the only […]
Right Person, Right Seat – The VisionSpark Assessment
“Your competitors can take your ideas, products, and services, but the one thing they cannot replicate is your people.” -Alec Broadfoot When you’re ready to add a new member to your team, there’s nothing more important than finding the right person for the right seat. Failing to do so could cost you. For example, […]
Event Recap: Create Great Culture + Hire or Best Fit: Inspiring Purpose
On August 11, Alec Broadfoot of VisionSpark, Alex Bratton from LexGo, and Jaime Taets and Chelsey Paulson of Keystone Group International, came together as panelists to lead an interactive workshop around defining, clarifying, and hiring for your company’s Purpose. What is Purpose? Jaime began the workshop by defining purpose as what drives, motivates and […]
Event Recap: 5 Keys to Hiring an Exceptional 2iC
Have you considered adding a Second in Command (2iC) to your team, but hesitated to do so? Our Visionary, Alec Broadfoot, understands that conflict and presented, “5 Keys to Hiring an Exceptional 2iC” to a group of Pinnacle Guides earlier this month. Alec hired his first 2iC in 2021 and shared some advice, tips, and […]