In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with CEO & Founder of Core Matters, Ryan Englin. Ryan emphasized the importance of having the right people on your team for business growth and success. He pointed out that the hiring environment has drastically changed due to the pandemic, with job seekers now having more options and seeking workplaces where they feel valued and belong. According to Ryan, entrepreneurs can attract and excite potential employees by offering them what they want. This includes a sense of belonging, meaningful work, and positive relationships with colleagues. Ryan advised entrepreneurs to focus on being attractive to the people they want to hire rather than solely relying on higher pay to attract employees. Understanding who the right fit is for your company and creating a supportive and enjoyable work environment are key factors in attracting and retaining top talent. Ryan cautioned against using the term "family" to describe the work environment but encouraged employers to adopt a supportive and caring approach towards their employees, just like a family would. Ryan emphasized the need to create a process that removes these biases, such as using job ads and interview questions that promote diversity. He cautioned against promoting diversity without addressing biases, as it can backfire. Key Points from the Episode: Challenges of hiring and attracting great employees in the current hiring environment Importance of having the right people on your team for business growth and success Changes in the hiring environment due to the pandemic Attracting and exciting potential employees by offering what they truly want Focusing on being attractive to the people you want to hire rather than relying solely on higher pay Understanding the right fit for your company and creating a supportive and enjoyable work environment Value of diversity in the workplace and addressing biases Economic argument for diversity and its benefits to a company Ryan's book "Hire Better People Faster" and its intended audience About Ryan Englin: Ryan Englin is a dedicated advocate for the success of growing businesses, particularly in blue-collar sectors. Motivated by his father's experiences as a tireless owner/operator, Ryan witnessed the challenges these industries face in recruiting quality frontline employees. Committed to finding a solution, he founded Core Matters, a company specializing in coaching and training to help businesses attract, hire, and retain top-tier employees. Through his renowned Core Fit Hiring System, Ryan empowers small and midsize businesses to streamline hiring processes and swiftly bring in exceptional talent. With nearly a decade of expertise, he has been instrumental in enabling business owners to achieve their goals by ensuring they assemble the right team. Ryan Englin's passion lies in transforming companies by connecting them with the best-fit employees for sustained success. About Core Matters: Core Matters specializes in assisting field service companies in attracting, recruiting, and retaining frontline talent, utilizing their tried-and-true methodology, the Core Fit Hiring System. The company is dedicated to enhancing the effectiveness of clients' recruiting endeavors, offering innovative and unconventional strategies to foster consistent growth for their businesses. Whether you're seeking to optimize your recruitment processes or develop unique approaches to talent acquisition, Core Matters is a reliable partner. With a focus on helping field service businesses thrive, Core Matters stands out as a valuable resource, providing tailored solutions to ensure sustained success in building and maintaining high-performing teams. Tweetable Moments: 4:01 - “You have to go where you know the fish are or the people, and you have to attract them to your business with the things that they are attracted by.” 4:05 - “If you're not attracting good people. Just consider that you may not be attractive to good people.” 4:58 - “If you want to be able to hire people and compete and still be profitable and not overpay, you've got to give them the things that people want.” Apply to be a Guest on The Thoughtful Entrepreneur:  https://go.upmyinfluence.com/podcast-guest Links Mentioned in this Episode: Want to learn more? Check out Core Matters website at https://corematters.com/ Check out  Core Matters on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/corematters/ Check out Core Matters on Twitter at https://twitter.com/corematters Check out Core Matters on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/thecorematters Check out Ryan Englin on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanenglin/ Check out Rayan Englin’s New book "Hire Better People Faster" at https://www.amazon.com/Hire-Better-People-Faster-Attracting/dp/B0CHD4LZJZ/ Don’t forget to subscribe to The Thoughtful Entrepreneur and thank you for listening. Tune in next time! 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