World's Greatest Boss

Jackie Koch
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Jackie Koch has been in the trenches building the teams that grow companies for over 15 years. She’s hired hundreds of people, navigated countless sticky situations, and earned an MBA along the way. From being deeply involved in the nitty-gritty of team building to now helping others navigate the waters of running a business, she wants to help you avoid the messes she’s had to help clean up. Listen in and discover insights on leadership dos and don'ts, strategies for effective hiring and team building, and essentials to keep your business in employment compliance. Through solo episodes, guest episodes featuring experts in the field, and candid conversations with her business partner you'll be well on your journey to becoming the World’s Greatest Boss.

  1. 9月2日

    238. Why Your Assistant Isn’t Working (And How to Fix It)

    Everyone loves to tell busy founders, “You need an assistant!” But here’s the problem not all assistants are created equal. And if you hire the wrong one, you’ll waste money, get frustrated as hell, and end up thinking assistants don’t work. In this episode of World’s Greatest Boss, I break down the three main types of assistants: Virtual Assistant (VA), Personal Assistant (PA), and Executive Assistant (EA).  You’ll learn exactly what each one does, the benefits and drawbacks, signals that it’s time to hire, and how to actually find the right one. By the end, you’ll know which assistant can buy back your time without making a costly hiring mistake. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The core differences between a VA, PA, and EAThe biggest mistake founders make when hiring an assistantSigns that you’re ready for each type of assistantThe real costs (and hidden costs) of these rolesWhere to find the right assistant for your needs Why This Matters: Hiring the wrong kind of assistant is one of the most expensive mistakes you can make as a founder. Whether you’re drowning in repetitive admin tasks, losing weekends to errands, or stuck in the weeds of business operations, the right assistant can give you back your time — and your sanity. Resources and Links: Connect with Jackie on LinkedInLearn more at People PrinciplesDan Martell’s book: Buy Back Your Time If you enjoyed today’s episode: Subscribe to World’s Greatest Boss wherever you listen to podcastsLeave a review to help more business owners find the showShare this episode with a founder friend who’s overwhelmed and needs help

    17 分钟

  2. 8月19日

    237. Managing Workloads and Preventing Burnout with Borja Cuan

    In this episode of World’s Greatest Boss, we dig into one of the biggest challenges service-based business owners face: balancing client growth with team health. My guest, Borja Cuan, co-founder of 415 Digital, manages over $280 million in ad spend every year—and he’s built a thriving business by doing something most agencies won’t: keeping workloads small so his team can go deeper, deliver better results, and stay engaged. Together, we explore: Why hiring ahead of need can transform client experiences.The real reason employee retention is harder than ever—and how to handle it.How to spot overwhelm before it becomes burnout (and what to do about it).Why investing in personal well-being outside of work is just as important as managing workload inside of work.The overlooked power of relationship building and spending non-work time with your team. Borja’s approach flips the typical agency model on its head—and his insights on retention, loyalty, and workload management will challenge how you think about leading your own team. By the end of this episode, you’ll have fresh ideas for keeping your people motivated, building loyalty, and leading a team that doesn’t just survive—but thrives. Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackiemkoch/ Find more information on my website: https://peopleprinciples.co Connect with Borja Cuan on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/borjacuan Find more information about Four15 Digital: https://four15digital.com/

    18 分钟

  3. 8月12日

    236. 6 Reasons You Need to Address Performance Issues Early

    What happens when you know someone on your team isn’t performing but you keep putting off the conversation? In this episode of World’s Greatest Boss, I break down exactly why avoiding performance conversations is one of the costliest mistakes you can make as a leader. We’ll cover six powerful reasons to address performance issues early, from keeping your top performers engaged to protecting your business from legal risk. I’ll also walk you through the most common excuses leaders give for delaying these convos (and why they don’t hold up), plus my simple, no-drama framework for having these conversations without making them confrontational. By the end of this episode, you’ll have the tools to give feedback faster, protect your culture, and actually help your team members improve without losing sleep over it. Quick-hit framework for performance conversations: Be specific. Point to exact behaviors or results that are off track.Connect to impact. Show how the issue affects the team, clients, or business.Collaborate on next steps, Agree on a clear plan for improvement.Document it.  Keep a record, even if it’s just a quick note. Resources & Links: Connect with me on LinkedInFind more leadership and HR resources at peopleprinciples.co

    18 分钟

  4. 7月29日

    235. People Strategy Is Business Strategy: The Essentials You Need

    People Strategy Is Business Strategy: The Essentials You Need Think HR should handle all the “people stuff”? Think again. In this episode, I’m calling out one of the most common mistakes founders make when trying to scale—treating people strategy like an admin function or annoyance instead of core business strategy. I break down exactly what people systems you need and why this is all a part of your overall business operations strategy, not something else you need to do. We’ll talk through the key systems every small business needs to grow a high-performing team, how to divide ownership between HR, managers, and leadership, and what happens when you avoid the hard conversations and hope someone else will handle them for you. If you’ve ever said, “I just need to hire a strong HR person to manage the team,” this episode is for you. What you’ll hear in this episode: [1:45] Why outsourcing leadership doesn’t work[4:00] The parts of people strategy founders must own[7:20] HR’s real role—and where their responsibility ends[9:40] The essential systems every growing team needs[13:10] The “Owner Map” for hiring, management, and culture[16:25] What happens when you pass off uncomfortable conversations[18:00] Practical steps to lead your team (with HR as a co-pilot)[20:15] Wrap-up: Scaling people is the job Resources + Links Connect with me on LinkedInGet our HR & Hiring EssentialsNeed help building your people systems? Reach out for a free discovery call

    18 分钟

  5. 7月15日

    234. Andrew Horn on Using Relational Leadership to Strengthen Your Culture

    High-performing cultures aren’t built by rules—they’re built by leaders who take full responsibility. In this episode of World’s Greatest Boss, I’m joined by Andrew Horn, executive coach to CEOs at companies like TOMS and Hinge, and the founder of Tribute.co. After scaling his startup to 120 employees and overseeing a successful exit, Andrew now dedicates his work to helping founders, CEOs, and leadership teams master relational leadership—a framework that fosters trust, accountability, and real cultural change. We dive deep into Andrew’s 5-step framework for moving from reactivity to conscious leadership. You’ll learn how to identify your own unmet needs, how to respond to conflict without judgment, and how to create small rituals that lead to big cultural impact. Whether you lead a small team or a growing company, this conversation will challenge you to lead with intention—and give you tangible tools to help your team thrive. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: [04:00] Why Andrew chose to focus on people after exiting his company[08:00] What is relational leadership?[09:45] The 5 core skills of relational leadership[13:00] Why unmet needs create most workplace tension[14:00] The “5 A’s” framework for resolving tension and unmet needs[17:00] Using nonviolent communication to provide feedback[25:30] Rituals and tools for building a culture of growth Resources Mentioned: Book: The 15 Commitments of Conscious LeadershipBook: Nonviolent Communication by Marshall RosenbergTool: Bonusly – peer recognition platform Connect with Andrew Horn: Website: andrewhorn.comInstagram: @itsandrewhornBlog: Relational Leadership Substack – new articles every WednesdayRetreats: The Junto – men’s leadership retreats Connect with Jackie: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jackiemkochLearn more: peopleprinciples.co

    30 分钟

  6. 7月8日

    233. Don’t Hold Secret Expectations: Why Clarity Builds High-Performing Teams

    If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “They should know better” about someone on your team, this episode is for you. In today’s episode I break down a trap that many founders and managers fall into: holding secret expectations—unspoken rules that frustrate you when broken but were never actually communicated in the first place. Whether it’s scheduling mid-day appointments, not replying fast enough, or showing up unprepared to meetings, these invisible standards hurt performance, erode trust, and create unnecessary team drama. I share real-world examples from my HR consulting work, explain why this dynamic happens (even to the best leaders), and give you a step-by-step guide to setting clear, kind, and actionable team operating procedures that support accountability without micromanaging. What You’ll Learn: What “secret expectations” are and how they quietly show up in teamsThe real reason you get frustrated with employees who should know betterHow to turn unspoken assumptions into documented team normsWhy clear operating procedures are essential for scaling effectivelyA framework to reset expectations without eroding trustHow to reflect on your own leadership habits and start fresh Stay Connected: Connect with me on LinkedinNeed some HR consulting in your business? Check out our services

    17 分钟

  7. 7月1日

    232. Building a Mission-Driven Team with Rachel Lauren, COO of Debbie

    What does it really take to build a team that believes in your mission…. and sticks around? In this episode of World’s Greatest Boss, I sit down with Rachel Lauren, the co-founder and COO of Debbie, a platform that flips the script on financial rewards by helping users earn points for good money habits. Rachel and her team have grown Debbie from zero to 70,000+ users and just as impressively, from 2 scrappy co-founders to a 12-person, mission-driven team. We talk through the real decisions startup leaders face when hiring: when to buy vs. build talent, how to manage performance without overcomplicating things, and why frequent feedback actually improves employee output. You’ll walk away with ideas to put in place right now whether you’re managing one person or a small but mighty team. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: [1:00] The backstory behind Debbie and how rewards for good financial habits work [3:30] Why mission alignment matters—and how it helps attract great talent [5:05] Build vs. Buy: How they developed interns into leaders [10:20] A refreshingly simple performance review cadence (and why it works) [18:45] When and how compensation conversations happen—and why they keep them separate from reviews [22:00] Setting promotion expectations, especially with Gen Z team members [25:45] Rachel’s surprising inspiration for leadership: the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders documentary Resources & Mentions: Try Debbie: joindebbie.comPerformance management software: Effy.aiBonusly (for peer recognition): bonusly.comPodcast mentioned: Honestly by Bari Weiss, featuring the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders docConnect with Rachel: LinkedIn - Rachel Lauren Connect with Jackie: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jackiemkochWant my best hiring resources? Download here

    28 分钟

  8. 6月24日

    231. Before You Fire Them: Try This First with Brice Jagger

    What if the person you’re about to fire isn’t the problem… it’s the role they’re in? In this episode of World’s Greatest Boss, Jackie Koch talks with Brice Jaggars, bestselling author of Two Fish in the Tree, about how role alignment and soft skills play a huge role in team performance. Brice shares practical tips for figuring out if someone is in the wrong job, how to spot soft skill mismatches, and what to try before you cut ties with a struggling employee. Whether you’re leading a small team or managing a growing company, this episode will help you rethink how you approach performance issues and keep the right people on board. What You’ll Learn:[1:30] Why performance issues often come down to the wrong role [3:15] The difference between technical skills and soft skills [4:20] The most common soft skill gaps that cause problems [6:15] What to do when you want to keep someone but their current job isn’t working [7:55] A real-life example of reassignment that worked [9:30] Why not everyone can fit into the same mold [11:00] How to decide when it’s time to move on [12:15] Coaching new grads versus managing experienced team members [13:25] Why remote work makes soft skill development harder [14:35] Brice’s inspiration behind Two Fish in the Tree Resources & Links:Buy Brice’s book: Two Fish in the Tree on Amazon Connect with Brice on LinkedInConnect with Jackie on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jackiemkochDownload free hiring resources from Jackie at People Principles

    16 分钟
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Jackie Koch has been in the trenches building the teams that grow companies for over 15 years. She’s hired hundreds of people, navigated countless sticky situations, and earned an MBA along the way. From being deeply involved in the nitty-gritty of team building to now helping others navigate the waters of running a business, she wants to help you avoid the messes she’s had to help clean up. Listen in and discover insights on leadership dos and don'ts, strategies for effective hiring and team building, and essentials to keep your business in employment compliance. Through solo episodes, guest episodes featuring experts in the field, and candid conversations with her business partner you'll be well on your journey to becoming the World’s Greatest Boss.

信息

  • 创作者
    Jackie Koch
  • 活跃年份
    2022年 - 2025年
  • 单集
    269
  • 分级
    儿童适宜
  • 版权
    © Copyright 2025 Jackie Koch
  • 节目网站
    World's Greatest Boss

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