The Growth Helper - Building Your Team for Success

In business, growth starts with people. Success isn’t about hiring more employees but ensuring you have the right people in the right roles. Aligning skills with company goals, fostering accountability, and creating clarity are essential. Here’s how to build a team that drives growth. ??

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People: The Foundation of Growth

?Hiring the right talent is critical. It’s not enough to list tasks in a job description—roles must align with your company’s mission and vision. Tools like the ??Job Scorecard ??and ??BAUD Framework? ?(Behavior, Aptitude, Understanding, Desire) ensure each hire fits technically and culturally.

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The Job Scorecard?focuses on:

1. ??Mission? : Why the role matters and its contribution to goals.

2. ??Outcomes? : Measurable targets, like “increase sales by 10% in six months.”

3. ??Behaviours/Skills? : Actions aligned with company culture, such as proactivity or teamwork.

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This approach ensures every employee drives growth, not just fulfills tasks. Regularly ask: Would I rehire this person today? ?If not, reassess.

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?Job Ads That Attract the Right Talent

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Your job ad is your first chance to align with the right candidates. Go beyond tasks—show the role’s impact and opportunities:

- ??Engage? : Start with potential impact, e.g., “Lead our team to double revenue in 18 months.”

- ??Show Growth? : Highlight goals and career advancement.

- ??Be Clear? : Focus on teamwork, accountability, and innovation.

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Well-crafted ads attract candidates who are motivated and aligned with your vision.

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Mapping Roles with the Growth Tree

Once your team is in place, clarity about roles and growth is key. The ??Growth Tree? , an inverted organizational chart, shows leaders as the roots supporting the team, with employees as branches driving growth. This tool:

- Clarifies roles and responsibilities.

- Highlights future opportunities.

- Fosters a proactive mindset for development.

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A clear structure ensures accountability and motivation.

BAUD Framework: Hiring and Development

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The BAUD Framework? ?evaluates:

- ??Behavior? : Alignment with company values.

- ??Aptitude? : Skills and abilities for the role.

- ??Understanding? : Awareness of the role’s impact on the business.

- ??Desire? : Motivation to contribute and grow.

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Use BAUD for hiring and evaluating current employees to ensure cultural and technical fit.

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?Key Takeaways

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- ??Strategic Hiring? : Use Job Scorecards to align roles with goals.

- ??Clear Structure? : The Growth Tree maps roles and development paths.

- ??Cultural Fit? : BAUD ensures the right hires and internal alignment.

- ??Compelling Job Ads? : Attract motivated candidates with clear, impactful messaging.

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Hiring is more than filling positions—it’s about building a team that drives growth. Always ask, ?Would I rehire this person today? ?If the answer is yes, your team is set for success ??

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