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Talk to Th3 Doc with Steve Meek is designed for executives seeking to learn from a balance of business and technology experts, focused on helping SMBs through practical, high-level insights. Hosted by Steve 'The Doctor' Meek, an experienced business owner and technology strategist, episodes break down complex topics in General Business, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence and Technical Support, into clear, actionable conversations tailored for leadership decision-making. These include topics as varied as HR, the economy, leadership, culture and executive health. With a focus on real-world applications, business outcomes and real life, the show helps executives stay ahead of leadership challenges without needing to dive deep into the technical weeds. While we navigate the latest cybersecurity threats and strive to understand how AI can transform operations, Talk to Th3 Doc also delivers general business expert perspectives. Steve brings clarity to the fast-changing world of SMBs where many people wear multiple hats, featuring interviews with industry experts and sharing lessons learned from the field. Whether you're leading a small city or a business trying to expand, this podcast equips you with the knowledge you need to make smarter, more secure, and more strategic choices.

Are Your Hiring Gaps Hurting Growth? Mark Mitford | Talk To Th3 Doc Ep. 143

Are hiring gaps quietly slowing your growth? In Episode 143 of Talk To Th3 Doc, Steve “The Doctor” Meek talks with Mark Mitford, Founder and Fractional HR Executive at HR Catalyst, about recruiting, onboarding, retention, leadership development, and why people problems are often growth problems in disguise. Mark explains why SMB leaders should always be building a talent pipeline, why a job posting is not the same as a job description, and how better onboarding and manager check-ins can help retain good people. For business owners, nonprofit leaders, municipal leaders, and DFW executives, this episode connects HR discipline with the same leadership habits that make technology, cybersecurity, and managed IT services work better: clarity, structure, communication, and trust. At The Fulcrum Group, Inc., we see the same pattern in IT. Whether through SPOT Managed IT Services, SPOT Managed Security Services, the STARPower Framework, or our No IT Jerks philosophy, healthy systems help good people do better work. Top Takeaway Equip leaders to lead effectively. Hiring gaps, onboarding gaps, and IT maturity gaps all point back to one leadership question: do we have a repeatable system, or are we relying on heroics? What We Cover • Why leaders should always be recruiting • The difference between job postings and job descriptions • How poor candidate communication hurts hiring • Why outdated job descriptions create bad outcomes • How AI and automation can help, but also miss good candidates • Why time-to-fill matters as an HR metric • How structured onboarding reduces turnover risk • Why leaders should re-recruit existing employees • Simple recognition habits that improve retention • Why promoted managers need leadership training • How trust grows through regular check-ins Episode Chapters 00:00 – Introduction to HR insights 03:06 – Current state of the job market 06:01 – Recruiting strategies in uncertain times 08:59 – Always be recruiting 11:30 – Job posting vs. job description 12:07 – Candidate communication matters 14:56 – Structured interviews and scalable hiring 19:59 – Automation and AI in recruiting 22:28 – Keep job descriptions current 24:05 – Time to fill as a key HR metric 29:03 – Onboarding and productivity metrics 31:39 – The cost of high turnover 33:50 – Key elements of effective onboarding 36:36 – Re-recruiting existing employees 39:48 – Recognition and reward systems 43:07 – Leadership development and engagement 48:27 – Building trust in leadership 54:05 – Balancing remote work and engagement 58:32 – Final takeaways and resources Guest Mark Mitford Founder and Fractional HR Executive, HR Catalyst Website: https://hrcatalystconsulting.com LinkedIn: Search “Mark Mitford” Book mentioned: People Are Your Profit Resources Mentioned • HR Catalyst: https://hrcatalystconsulting.com • People Are Your Profit by Mark Mitford • Radical Candor by Kim Scott • Patrick Lencioni and The Table Group podcasts • HR Problem Solver Podcast Connect With The Fulcrum Group The Fulcrum Group, Inc. is a Keller, TX based provider of DFW Managed IT Services for SMBs, local governments, nonprofits, professional services firms, manufacturers, and growing organizations. Explore more episodes or schedule an initial consultation: https://www.fulcrumgroup.net/talk-to-th3-doc-podcast/ Main website: https://www.fulcrumgroup.net/ Phone: 817-337-0300 Email: sales@fulcrumgroup.net Podcast link: https://pod.link/1807560282 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-fulcrum-group-inc. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFulcrumGroupInc Subscribe, like, comment, and share this episode with another leader who wants stronger people systems, better technology alignment, and less business friction. #TalkToTh3Doc #HiringGaps #SMBLeadership #EmployeeRetention #EmployeeOnboarding #RecruitingStrategy #LeadershipDevelopment #HRCatalyst #MarkMitford #SteveMeek #TheFulcrumGroup #DFWBusiness #KellerTX #DFWManagedITServices #ManagedITServices #NoITJerks

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