Avoiding the $15,000 Mistake: What to Look for Before You Hire

The success of your business depends on the people you hire, and hiring in the wrong person always costs more than hiring the right one. In this episode of Mindscale with Olushola, I share practical strategies to hire the right people and build a team that drives real success. In this video, you will learn: • The cost of hiring the wrong person compared to hiring the right one. • How to balance competence with character and attitude. • Why the principle of “hire slow, fire fast” works. • Prioritizing values and ethics in every hiring decision This isn’t just advice, it’s a roadmap for hiring the right people and building a team that lasts. If this hits home, leave a comment and share it with someone who wants to improve their hiring process. 📌 Subscribe for actionable insights on leading smarter, growing your team, and running your business better. 🔔 Don’t forget to hit the bell so you never miss an episode of Mindscale with Olushola. Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 03:20 – Cost of hiring wrongly 04:42 – Competence 10:27 – Character & attitude 14:18 – Hire slow fire fast 15:00 – Prioritize value & ethics 15:19 – Learn to probe motive 16:18 – Learn to look for learners 16:51 – Outro