Episode 12: Quick & Dirty Growth Hacks: The One Thing That Will Make or Break Your First Hire

Welcome this week’s Quick & Dirty Growth Hack — short, punchy insights to shift your momentum and grow with intention.

Today, Heather is diving into a truth most leaders learn the hard way: building a team isn’t about how many people you hire—it’s about how well you lead them.

If you’ve ever thought, “I’ll just find someone amazing and they’ll figure it out,” this episode is your wake-up call. Because without systems and clarity, even your dream hire won’t thrive.

In this episode:

• Why your first hire can either set you free—or make you wish you stayed solo
• The biggest mistake leaders make when growing a team
• What Heather calls “the unsexy magic” that makes or breaks your leadership
• A 5-minute challenge to start systemizing your business before your team even exists
• A sneak peek at Wednesday’s full episode with Justin Cross—on team SOPs, mentorship, and scaling with intention

Growth Hack Highlight

“Doing it all yourself might get you far—but it’ll never get you free. And that’s the goal. Freedom comes from leadership, not just hustle.” — Heather Dick

Want the Full Conversation?

Don't miss Wednesday’s full episode featuring gym owner and mentor Justin Cross, who’s breaking down:

• How he uses practicum hires and systems to grow a people-first business
• What most leaders overlook when it comes to delegation and training
• The soft skills that keep a team loyal—and the structure that keeps it sustainable
• How he’s building a thriving business while staying present as a dad and husband

This episode is tactical, honest, and packed with real-life wisdom for any entrepreneur ready to lead better.

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