In this episode of the Higher Power Radio Show, host Rick Gerard and guest Kurt Wilkin, Chairman of Hire Better and Managing Partner of B Cave Capital, discuss the pitfalls of reactive hiring and the importance of having a strong, proactive hiring strategy. They delve into techniques for assessing team needs, creating a talent roadmap, and the importance of having the right people in the right roles. Key insights include the necessity of planning hires well in advance, building a virtual bench of potential candidates, and the significance of asking the right questions to evaluate your current team. They also explore the challenges entrepreneurs face when growing their companies and how to navigate hiring executives and other key roles effectively. Tune in to learn how to build a game-changing team for your high-growth company. 00:00 Introduction to Higher Power Radio Show 00:13 The Entrepreneur's Hiring Dilemma 01:28 Meet Our Guest: Kurt Wilkin 02:59 Proactive vs Reactive Hiring 04:37 Understanding Your Team's Needs 07:52 Who's Your Mike? 10:46 Building a Talent Roadmap 20:49 Executing the Hiring Strategy 22:59 Key Takeaways and Conclusion Guest Links: LinkedIn: Kurt Wilkin Web: Who's Your Mike Host Links:  LinkedIn:  Rick Girard Company: Intertru, Inc. Podcast: Hire Power Radio Show & Podcast Book: Healing Career Wounds (Amazon) Powered by Intertru