I want to talk about unlocking hidden talent in your business.
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The hidden talent within your organization can be one of your greatest assets or a potential challenge if not nurtured correctly.
It’s surprising how many business owners overlook the incredible talent sitting right in front of them. But once you tap into that potential, the transformation can be extraordinary.
I want to ask you a simple yet critical question:
Do you hire to fill a job, or do you hire for talent and culture?
Every business faces pressure to hit sales targets, achieve customer service goals, and deliver on its core offerings.But here’s the thing: It’s easy to get caught up in the numbers and forget about the people behind them.
We recently attended an old fashioned trade show event and something surprising happened.
And by "surprising," I don’t mean something outlandish - I mean it in the sense that it reminded me of something crucial about talent.
At the BuyYorkshire expo at the Leeds First Direct Arena. I had two young people in my team – Jamie nearly 19 , Rhianna just 22. One is an apprentice, but you wouldn’t know it.
These individuals put in the hours before the event, made preparations, and when the event kicked off, they just got to work.
They were out there engaging with prospects, talking to them about what we do, and representing our business in a way I could not have been prouder of.
Both were able to speak confidently and effectively with people, some of whom had very impressive job titles.
And these are just two people with a few years’ experience or less. To watch them question, qualify, and engage with prospects showed me something I hadn’t fully realized.
It’s not about the years of experience - it’s about the attitude, the willingness to learn, and the talent they bring to the table.
I took a step back during the event, and let them take charge.
I wasn’t nervous for them, but I was genuinely proud.
The event was a real reminder of how important it is for leaders to trust their teams and let them take the reins.
When you do that, you may just be surprised by what they can accomplish.
This is a call for business owners to stop underestimating the potential in their teams.
Yes, they need the right training, and sure, there will be limits for protection.
But you need to give them the opportunity to grow. Give them the challenge and the responsibility, let them deliver on it.
I’m telling you, the talent in your team is often more than you realize. By setting the right path and allowing them to go for it, you’ll see them soar.
Final Thoughts
Take the time to sit down with your team. Ask them about their aspirations. Challenge them with responsibility.
You’ll be amazed by what they can do when they feel empowered. Talent is already in your team – all it takes is the right environment to bring it to the surface.
As always, have a great day and I hope this insight sparks some new thoughts for you.
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