All In

How Great Leaders Build Unstoppable Teams

by Mike Michalowicz

All In (2024) Building top-notch teams requires leaders to focus on recruiting for potential over credentials. It's crucial to cultivate a sense of ownership and community among team members.

About the Author

Mike Michalowicz is an entrepreneur and bestselling author of several small business books, including Profit First, The Pumpkin Plan, Fix This Next, and Clockwork. He is also a sought-after international speaker on small business and entrepreneurship.

Shift Your Recruitment Mindset to Build Outstanding Teams

Every manager or entrepreneur dreams of assembling the perfect team. The plan often includes attracting top candidates with stellar resumes, choosing the best, and expecting the team to naturally thrive together.

However, reality often falls short of this dream. Impressive resumes and interviews don't always translate into motivated, cohesive teams. This mismatch can lead to wasted time, effort, and added stress, especially when you need to recruit key members quickly due to existing demands.

Hiring from within can also be hit-or-miss. Building a team that feels as committed to the business's success as the founders do requires more than just good candidates. It demands strategic and creative recruitment practices and leadership that fosters excellence.

If you aim to boost profitability, handle disruptions smoothly, and grow your business, this summary is for you. It offers valuable insights and practical steps to help you identify, recruit, and develop a dream team capable of elevating your business to new heights.