Episodes

  • Budgeting, Tax Planning, and Hiring Tips for Entrepreneurs

    Budgeting, Tax Planning, and Hiring Tips for Entrepreneurs
    Sep 19 2024
    In this episode of Hire Wise Chronicles, host Kathy James sits down with Natalia Zacharin, founder and CEO of Zacharin Consulting. Natalia shares her expertise on how solo and small business owners can optimize their financial health. From budgeting for new hires to understanding the financial differences between employees and contractors, Natalia offers invaluable insights on tax planning, internal controls, and establishing effective business policies. If you're ready to take control of your business finances and grow with confidence, this episode is packed with tips to guide you along the way!

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    Contact Our Guest, Natalia Zacharin
    natalia@zacharinconsulting.com
    www.zacharinconsulting.com
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    44 mins
  • The General Counsel Scoop with Patrice Tisdale

    The General Counsel Scoop with Patrice Tisdale
    Sep 5 2024
    Joining me is Patrice Tisdale, the General Counsel that visionary leaders and organizations with an employee-centric culture turn to for expert guidance in building their teams, expanding their footprint through meticulous litigation. Patrice is a legal expert, real estate investor, and entrepreneur with deep-rooted experience in union leadership. Patrice is known for her ability to craft winning strategies that maximize benefits and mitigate risk. Her approach is hands-on, offering personalized advice to ensure her clients not only meet but exceed their goals with a dedicated, experienced advocate in their corner.

    In today’s episode, we’re diving into essential legal insights for entrepreneurs. We'll discuss personalized legal advice, the decision-making process for hiring contractors vs. employees. Together, we will also highlight the critical business policies that require legal review and the importance of documenting processes for legal compliance and protection!!

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    Contact your host, Kathy James Denoy
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    Contact our guest, Patrice Tisdale
    www.reallawesq.com
    ptisdale@reallawesq.com
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    42 mins
  • Mastering Virtual Assistant Partnerships: Insights from Judy Smith

    Mastering Virtual Assistant Partnerships: Insights from Judy Smith
    Aug 22 2024
    Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Hire Wise Chronicles. I’m your host, Kathy James and today, we have an incredible guest with us. Joining me is Judy Smith, the co-owner and co-founder of Virtual Assistant Hub, an elite community dedicated to cultivating and elevating the skills of individuals aspiring to become executive-level virtual assistants or online business managers.

    In today’s episode, we’re diving into a topic that is incredibly relevant for business owners navigating the digital landscape: optimizing the partnership with Virtual Assistants. We will cover several crucial aspects, including common pitfalls to avoid when setting performance expectations and how to better prepare for a Virtual Assistant partnership.

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    Contact your host, Kathy James Denoy
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    Contact Judy Smith
    judy@bringingsimplicity.com
    www.instagram.com/thejudysmith
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    36 mins
  • Mission: Data Protection – How to Keep Your Business Safe

    Mission: Data Protection – How to Keep Your Business Safe
    Aug 8 2024
    Welcome to Hire Wise Chronicles with Kathy James! In this episode, Kathy dives into the essential topic of protecting sensitive data—think of it like safeguarding your grandma's top-secret cookie recipe. Discover what sensitive data really is, why keeping it secure is crucial, and how to set up processes to protect your business's valuable information.Kathy makes data security fun with a "Spy Mission" challenge to help you become a Data Protector! Tune in to learn practical steps, get inspired, and enjoy a bit of light-hearted fun along the way. Stay wise, keep your data safe, and let’s tackle this together! 🎙️ #hirewisesolutions

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    10 mins
  • Mastering Team Building: Insights from Career Growth Strategist Diana Alt

    Mastering Team Building: Insights from Career Growth Strategist Diana Alt
    Jul 25 2024
    Join us for an enlightening episode of Hire Wise Chronicles! In this episode, your host Kathy James from Hire Wise Solutions LLC sits down with career growth strategist Diana Alt. Diana shares her inspiring journey and the most rewarding aspects of her career, offering a wealth of experience in helping businesses and individuals thrive.We cover a range of critical topics for business owners looking to build and optimize their teams, including:
    • The different options available for staffing and the key factors to consider when deciding between them.
    • Essential mindset shifts and skill developments needed when transitioning from solo entrepreneurship to an employer role.
    • Lessons learned from hiring mistakes and the valuable insights gained from those experiences.
    • The importance of a well-planned onboarding and training plan.
    This episode is packed with practical advice and insights that every business owner can benefit from.

    Want to learn more? Let's connect!
    Contact your host, Kathy James Denoy
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    www.kathyjames.org/solutions
    hello@kathyjames.org

    Contact our guest, Diana Alt
    www.dianaalt.com
    Email diana@dianaalt.com
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    56 mins
  • Mastering Virtual Team Management: Legal Essentials and Practical Tips

    Mastering Virtual Team Management: Legal Essentials and Practical Tips
    Jul 11 2024
    In this episode of Hire Wise Chronicles, host Kathy James sits down with Shahara Wright, an expert attorney and business strategist, to dive into the legal essentials and practical tips for managing virtual teams. Shahara shares her personal experiences with hiring virtual assistants, shedding light on the cost savings. Kathy and Shahara also cover key topics such as avoiding misclassification issues. Whether you're considering hiring virtual assistants or looking to optimize your existing remote team, this episode provides valuable insights to ensure a successful and legally compliant virtual assistant partnership.

    Want to learn more? Let's connect!

    Contact your host, Kathy James Denoy
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    www.kathyjames.org/solutions
    hello@kathyjames.org

    Contact our guest, Shahara Wright
    www.thewrightlawyer.com
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewrightlawyer
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    38 mins
  • Setting the Stage

    Setting the Stage
    Jun 27 2024
    Welcome to the debut episode of Hire Wise Chronicles! I’m Kathy James Denoy, your host and founder of Hire Wise Solutions LLC (Previously She Shed Media Group). In this episode, I set the stage by introducing myself as the host and my passions for this podcast. Plus, share one crucial tip all business owners should do immediately if they haven’t already. Join me as we kick off this journey together and dive into the world of hiring wisely. Don't forget to subscribe and stay tuned for more episodes!

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    @hirewisesolutions
    www.kathyjames.org/solutions
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    9 mins