You’ve been running your business solo, handling every task yourself—but now you’re ready to take the next big step: building a team. In today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my hiring journey in a special “Unmasked Monthly Musing” episode.

From the first hire to learning how to let go of control, I’m sharing all the behind-the-scenes details of what worked, what didn’t, and the lessons I wish I’d known sooner. Whether you’re making your first hire or looking to scale your team, this episode is packed with real, actionable insights to help you grow your business with confidence.

In this episode, I talk about:

• (3:12) Why I transitioned from working with contractors to employees and how that decision impacted my business
• (6:45) How I figured out my best first hire (spoiler: it was a game-changer!)
• (10:17) The pros and cons of working with contractors vs. hiring employees
• (14:33) The unexpected bumps and challenges I faced with a paid team
• (18:25) What I would do differently to better support my team and my own growth as a leader
• (22:10) My top tips for hiring your first team member

If you’re an entrepreneur ready to grow your team and scale your business, this episode is for you! I’m sharing what I’ve learned about hiring, leadership, and why it’s okay to make mistakes as you grow.

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Links mentioned in this episode:

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• Listen to past episodes of Therapists Rising here therapistsrising.com/podcast