Your Dream Team Blueprint:

Strategies to Building a High-Performance Team

Anne Bachrach (USA)

Every successful entrepreneur knows that a business is only as strong as its people. Surrounding yourself with top-notch ‘A players’ is not just nice to have; it’s a non-negotiable factor for you in achieving your goals and making a lasting impact. As Jack Welch famously put it,  “If you pick the right people… you almost don’t have to manage them.”

However, in today’s competitive job market, attracting and keeping those talented individuals takes more than just a good salary and a ping pong table in the break room.

Think of top talent like buried treasure. Successful entrepreneurs have mastered the art of finding the treasure, onboarding the crew to dig it up, and ensuring the ship stays happily sailing to its destination. Let’s break down their strategies into five main steps:

Step 1 – The Treasure Map: Defining Your Ideal ‘A Player’

  • Skills vs. Fit

Technical competency is crucial, but don’t underestimate culture fit. What values and mindsets are vital for success in your company? Define what a ‘A player’ means beyond the resume.

  • Growth Potential Matters

Are you looking for someone with proven success, or are you open to the raw talent that you can mould into a superstar? Your hiring approach will change based on this.

  • Think Long Term

Consider not just your immediate need, but where your business is going. Hiring someone who can grow with your company is much smarter than filling a temporary gap. The people who got you to where you are today typically aren’t the people to take you to ultimately where you want to go and where you want to be.

Step 2 – Where X Marks the Spot:  Finding Talent Hotspots

  • Don’t Just Fish in the Big Pond

Online job boards are a start, but think outside the box. Industry-specific niche sites, professional associations, even your own network can yield top candidates.

  • Employee Referrals are Gold

Your existing team knows your culture best. Incentivize them to refer their talented friends and colleagues.

  • Your Brand is a Magnet

Before you start the search, ensure your company’s reputation is attractive. Top talent checks out Glassdoor reviews and your social media presence. If you aren’t familiar with Glassdoor, Glassdoor calculates company ratings using a proprietary rating algorithm, with an emphasis on the recency of reviews. Generally, the more recent the review, the heavier its weight towards the overall rating on Glassdoor.

Step 3 – The Epic Interview: Beyond the Same Old Questions

  • Tell Stories, Don’t Just Ask Questions

Describe a past challenge. Don’t ask ‘How do you handle conflict?’; instead, paint a scenario: ‘We had a client meltdown. Walk me through how you’d approach dealing with that.’

  • Assess Problem-Solving in Real Time

Present a mini case study relevant to their role. See how they think on their feet, not how well they recite textbook answers.

  • Gut Check is Still Valid

Beyond the skills, do you personally click with this person? You’ll be working closely with your team members, so a little intuition goes a long way.

Source: iCN Issue 51  (The Power of Group & Team Coaching); pages 10

About Anne Bachrach

Anne M. Bachrach is known as The Accountability Coach™. She has over 27 years of experience training and coaching. Business owners and entrepreneurs who utilise Anne’s proven systems and processes work less, make more money, and enjoy having their ideal business and ideal life. Anne is the author of many books, including, Excuses Don’t Count; Results Rule!, and Live Life with No Regrets; How the Choices We Make Impact Our Lives, No Excuses!, and The Guide To Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualisation, and The WorkLife Balance Emergency Kit, and more. Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/Landing/ and get 3 FREE gifts including a special report on 10 Power Tips for Getting Focused, Organised, and Achieving Your Goals Now.

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