In this episode, I open up about a tough but necessary lesson from my company, Oasis Homebuyers — the real cost of making the wrong hire. I share a raw behind-the-scenes look at how one employee’s misalignment with our culture led to a damaging Glassdoor review, a ripple effect on team morale, and ultimately, a deeper commitment to protecting our culture.

If you’re a business owner or leader building a team, you’ll want to hear how we’re reshaping our hiring process to focus on alignment over experience. I talk candidly about red flags, assessment failures, and what we’re doing now to avoid repeating the same mistake. Whether you’re hiring or looking to be hired, there are major takeaways here.

Timeline Summary

[0:00] - Introduction

[0:42] - A one-star Glassdoor review sparks an internal reflection

[1:52] - Breaking down the employee’s complaints and the reality behind them

[3:07] - Misunderstandings about sales expectations and company culture

[5:14] - The emotional and financial toll of a poor hire

[6:25] - Why alignment matters more than talent alone

[7:28] - Our intensive hiring process explained

[9:27] - Red flags we’ll never ignore again

[10:26] - New policy: candidates must agree to expectations before hiring

[11:35] - How one bad fit doesn’t define your company — but your response can

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