180. Boosting Productivity Through Effective Delegation with Lesley Pyle

The Easily Distracted Entrepreneur

Finding the right team for your business can feel burdensome, especially when you're juggling the role of entrepreneur with personal life demands. Lesley Pyle joins Amber Hawley to explore strategies for lightening this load, from hiring an online business manager to creating an enticing job post that draws in the right talent. Through the blend of experiences shared, this episode equips entrepreneurs with the wisdom to expand their teams effectively while maintaining balance in their lives.

In this episode, you will learn about:

• The benefits of an online business manager in streamlining operations and aiding hiring.

• Strategies for recognizing when it's time to hire help and how to begin the process.

• Keys to crafting a compelling job post to attract the best candidates.

• The importance of pacing your hiring process and focusing on one role at a time.

• Tips for conducting meaningful interviews that reveal if a candidate truly fits your business.

• How to leverage freelancers' diverse experiences for the growth of your business.

• Techniques for preventing team member burnout through proper workload management.

About Lesley Pyle

Lesley Pyle is the Founder and CEO of HireMyMom.com, a service connecting Small Businesses with Virtual Professionals across the country since 2007. Pyle began her work from home journey in 1995 after having her first child and started her first online business in 1996 - HBWM.com. She serves on the Board of Directors for Mighty Oaks Foundation and is a contributing writer to Entrepreneur.com. She and her family reside in Texas.

You can learn more on Lesley’s website, follow her on Instagram, and connect with her on LinkedIn.

Links & Resources:

• GSD Retreat happening May 16th – 18th, 2024 in Asheville, NC

• Connect with Amber Hawley

Key Moments In This Episode:

03:36 Join us for valuable hiring advice.

09:13 Attitudes towards work have changed over time.

13:01 Hiring part-time or virtual assistants benefits businesses.

16:47 Reviewing tasks, assigning based on skills and needs.

20:23 Focus on team's strengths, foster loyalty.

23:22 Single motherhood is tough but honesty is crucial.

25:48 Prepare interview questions to assess candidate compatibility.

27:29 Virtual work: value, skills, disruptions, pros/cons. Compatibility.

32:28 Align values, attract the right candidates, share benefits.

35:44 Follow job instructions, stand out from competition.

38:55 Virtual assistant supports multiple aspects of business.

42:32 Delegate tasks to focus on business growth.

44:16 Free resources, short course, concierge program available.