Strategy, Solutions, & Sanity

In this episode of Strategy Solutions and Sanity, host Sam delves into effective interview strategies essential for making sound hiring decisions. Discover the three key aspects to evaluate in candidates: character, competence, and culture fit. Learn to ask better questions that go beyond surface-level inquiries, and avoid common pitfalls that small team and family-run business managers often encounter. Sam also emphasizes the importance of entering the hiring process with a clear job description and setting expectations upfront. 

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00:00 Introduction to Effective Interviewing
00:29 Welcome to Strategy Solutions and Sanity
01:20 The Three Key Insights for Interviews
02:09 The Importance of Clarity in Job Descriptions
03:55 Evaluating Character, Competence, and Culture Fit
04:32 Common Interview Mistakes to Avoid
07:22 Crafting Better Interview Questions
10:24 Identifying Red Flags and Green Flags
13:19 Conclusion and Additional Resources

What is Strategy, Solutions, & Sanity ?

Building a business shouldn't mean losing your mind.

Strategy, Solutions, & Sanity is the real-world business podcast for owners and leaders who are serious about scaling β€” but don't want to drown in chaos while doing it.

Host Samantha C. Prestidge cuts through the noise with practical insights on hiring, delegation, team building, operations, and leadership for family businesses and second-stage entrepreneurs.
(No vague "10x your mindset" fluff here β€” just the strategies, systems, and sanity moves you actually need.)

Each week, you'll get short, actionable episodes that help you untangle the bottlenecks, lead with more confidence, and build a company that runs smoother β€” without losing the heart, hustle, and humanity that made you successful in the first place.

Whether you're navigating early team growth or getting ready to finally step out of the daily grind, this podcast gives you the tactical tools and real-world advice to build your business the smart, sustainable way.

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