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People-First Builders Podcast
Lead with Empathy Growing People, Then Performance with Jim Robinson
In this episode of People-First Builders, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Jim Robinson, President & CEO of CGP Maintenance & Construction Services, leadership coach, and soon-to-be author of Lead With Empathy (co-written with Chris Voss). With 40 years in business, Jim has grown CGP into a people-first organization known for unmatched employee loyalty, multi-decade tenure, and an education-driven culture. His approach is simple but rare in the trades: grow the person first — and performance will follow. What You'll Learn from Jim in This Episode: • How leading with empathy builds long-term loyalty Jim shares how earl...
2025-11-17
32 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Lead with Love, Build with Purpose: Growing Through People with Scott Walters
In this inspiring episode of People-First Builders, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Scott Walters, President of Walters Services, a family-run waste management company built on one simple belief: "We love people." From humble beginnings on a chicken farm to a thriving multi-location business, Scott shares how his parents' people-centered values shaped a 50-year legacy that continues to grow today. He opens up about giving second chances to employees, leading with empathy, building mentorship into company culture, and using the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to scale with purpose. If you believe business is ultimately about...
2025-11-10
29 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Lead with Love, Build with Purpose: Growing Through People with Scott Walters
In this inspiring episode of People-First Builders, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Scott Walters, President of Walters Services, a family-run waste management company built on one simple belief: "We love people." From humble beginnings on a chicken farm to a thriving multi-location business, Scott shares how his parents' people-centered values shaped a 50-year legacy that continues to grow today. He opens up about giving second chances to employees, leading with empathy, building mentorship into company culture, and using the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to scale with purpose. If you believe business is ultimately about...
2025-11-10
29 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Engineer the Vision, Build the Team: Leading with Intention with Scott Harvey-Lewis
In this episode of People-First Builders, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Scott Harvey-Lewis, founder of Billing Mavens and a seasoned engineering leader who left corporate consulting to build something of his own — a firm grounded in integrity, intentional hiring, and creative leadership. Scott shares how his background leading large engineering teams inspired his approach to people-first entrepreneurship: hiring for humility, building global teams with purpose, and blending technology, AI, and offshoring to create a lean and human-centered company. From "being your own headhunter" on LinkedIn to leveraging authentic content to attract talent, Scott's insights ar...
2025-11-03
38 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Engineer the Vision, Build the Team: Leading with Intention with Scott Harvey-Lewis
In this episode of People-First Builders, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Scott Harvey-Lewis, founder of Billing Mavens and a seasoned engineering leader who left corporate consulting to build something of his own — a firm grounded in integrity, intentional hiring, and creative leadership. Scott shares how his background leading large engineering teams inspired his approach to people-first entrepreneurship: hiring for humility, building global teams with purpose, and blending technology, AI, and offshoring to create a lean and human-centered company. From "being your own headhunter" on LinkedIn to leveraging authentic content to attract talent, Scott's insights ar...
2025-11-03
38 min
Who's Really the BOSS?
Hiring for Integrity: Building Your Dream Accounting Team
Fletcher Wimbush from Discovered.AI joins the show to tackle one of the biggest challenges facing CPA firms today: finding and hiring quality talent. Fletcher shares his proven interviewing techniques, including the career performance history interview, strategic reference checking, and assessment tools that help predict candidate success. Learn why integrity trumps experience, how to compress your hiring timeline to just five days, and why becoming an "employer of choice" requires more than just offering remote work options.Introducing Collective by DBAhttps://collective.cpahttps://www.linkedin.com/company/collectivebydbaLearn More About...
2025-10-27
52 min
People-First Builders Podcast
From Court Discipline to Business Growth: Leading with Structure
What happens when the discipline of the court meets the chaos of business? In this People-First Builders episode, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Uros Vasiljevic to unpack how athletic rigor and coaching fundamentals translate into predictable, scalable operations. From daily cadence and clear roles to simple "scoreboards" that make performance visible, Uroš shares the systems leaders can use to reduce noise, build trust, and grow without burning out their teams. You'll learn: The mindset shift from heroics to repeatable processes How to design weekly rhythms that keep everyone aligned Why sc...
2025-10-13
27 min
People-First Builders Podcast
From Court Discipline to Business Growth: Leading with Structure
What happens when the discipline of the court meets the chaos of business? In this People-First Builders episode, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Uros Vasiljevic to unpack how athletic rigor and coaching fundamentals translate into predictable, scalable operations. From daily cadence and clear roles to simple "scoreboards" that make performance visible, Uroš shares the systems leaders can use to reduce noise, build trust, and grow without burning out their teams. You'll learn: The mindset shift from heroics to repeatable processes How to design weekly rhythms that keep everyone aligned Why sc...
2025-10-13
27 min
Inside The Firm
Monday Monday Morning Coffee with Fletcher Wimbush
Fletcher Wimbush, CEO of Discovered Performance Hiring Software, has spent the past decade solving some of the toughest challenges in hiring. A recognized thought leader, he has published extensively on reference checking, aptitude assessments, and the role of AI in candidate selection. His FACT Driven Hiring System consistently delivers million-dollar results, cementing his reputation as a game-changer in the industry. Beyond transforming organizations, Fletcher has helped thousands of individuals build successful careers, extending his impact across the hiring landscape.
2025-10-13
29 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Culture and Leadership: The Path to Elevating the Trades
What if a construction company were known first for who its people become, not only for what it builds? In this People-First Builders episode, Fletcher Wimbush talks with Chad and Cory Kundert of Kundert Construction in Monroe, Wisconsin, about turning a job site into a launchpad for growth. They share how school partnerships and hands-on "Trades Day" experiences spark curiosity in students, how paid apprenticeships give teens a direct path into meaningful work, and how transparent pay ladders keep talent engaged from apprentice to foreman. Inside the company, carpenters earn leadership reps on smaller projects...
2025-10-06
30 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Culture and Leadership: The Path to Elevating the Trades
What if a construction company were known first for who its people become, not only for what it builds? In this People-First Builders episode, Fletcher Wimbush talks with Chad and Cory Kundert of Kundert Construction in Monroe, Wisconsin, about turning a job site into a launchpad for growth. They share how school partnerships and hands-on "Trades Day" experiences spark curiosity in students, how paid apprenticeships give teens a direct path into meaningful work, and how transparent pay ladders keep talent engaged from apprentice to foreman. Inside the company, carpenters earn leadership reps on smaller projects...
2025-10-06
30 min
People-First Builders Podcast
How Structure Builds Retention with Roggen Frick
What keeps great people from leaving? For Roggen Frick, it's all about replacing chaos with predictability. In this episode of People-First Builders, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Roggen to explore how structure, consistency, and clear systems create trust, reduce turnover, and build loyalty in the construction industry. Roggen shares practical strategies leaders can use to strengthen retention by setting expectations, creating accountability, and giving teams the stability they need to thrive—even in high-pressure environments. Roggen's journey highlights the shift many leaders must make—from reacting to daily fires to proactively building systems that empo...
2025-09-29
24 min
People-First Builders Podcast
How Structure Builds Retention with Roggen Frick
What keeps great people from leaving? For Roggen Frick, it's all about replacing chaos with predictability. In this episode of People-First Builders, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Roggen to explore how structure, consistency, and clear systems create trust, reduce turnover, and build loyalty in the construction industry. Roggen shares practical strategies leaders can use to strengthen retention by setting expectations, creating accountability, and giving teams the stability they need to thrive—even in high-pressure environments. Roggen's journey highlights the shift many leaders must make—from reacting to daily fires to proactively building systems that empo...
2025-09-29
24 min
Who You Work With Matters
The Key to Hiring Smarter, Faster & Stronger Teams: Who You Work With Matters Episode 98
Hiring can make or break your business.In this episode of Who You Work With Matters, Aaron sits down with Fletcher Wimbush, founder of Discovered.ai, who has led over 10,000 interviews and helped 2,000+ companies improve the way they hire.Fletcher shares why most hiring processes fail, how to avoid costly bad hires, and what it really takes to build strong, lasting teams. From smarter systems to better questions, his approach blends technology with the human side of hiring to give leaders a clear playbook.💡 You’ll learn:Why bad hires cost more...
2025-09-16
32 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Measure Twice, Hire Right Building Accountability Into Growth with Matt Aston
In this People First Builders episode, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Matt Aston, founder and CEO of GPRS, a national leader in private utility locating, concrete scanning, and subsurface mapping. Matt shares how a single magazine ad in 2001 sparked an idea that grew from a one person startup into a coast to coast company with more than 900 team members and a reputation for accuracy, safety, and innovation. Matt explains the difference between public 811 locating and GPRS private utility work, why depth data changes decisions on site, and how early failures shaped a culture that aims to...
2025-09-15
49 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Measure Twice, Hire Right Building Accountability Into Growth with Matt Aston
In this People First Builders episode, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Matt Aston, founder and CEO of GPRS, a national leader in private utility locating, concrete scanning, and subsurface mapping. Matt shares how a single magazine ad in 2001 sparked an idea that grew from a one person startup into a coast to coast company with more than 900 team members and a reputation for accuracy, safety, and innovation. Matt explains the difference between public 811 locating and GPRS private utility work, why depth data changes decisions on site, and how early failures shaped a culture that aims to...
2025-09-15
49 min
People-First Builders Podcast
From Labor Crisis to Talent Pipeline: How Bo Jones is Revolutionizing Workforce Development
In this episode of People-First Builders, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Bo Jones, President of True Built Construction and CEO of CareerPathway.com, to explore a groundbreaking approach to workforce development in the skilled trades. With over 25 years of experience, Bo shares how his deep frustration with traditional hiring methods—and the dwindling talent pipeline in Nebraska—led him to launch an innovative platform that connects students to careers before graduation. Bo explains how CareerPathway.com is helping students discover meaningful work in industries like construction, healthcare, and technology through real-time multimedia content created by employers them...
2025-08-04
39 min
People-First Builders Podcast
From Labor Crisis to Talent Pipeline: How Bo Jones is Revolutionizing Workforce Development
In this episode of People-First Builders, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Bo Jones, President of True Built Construction and CEO of CareerPathway.com, to explore a groundbreaking approach to workforce development in the skilled trades. With over 25 years of experience, Bo shares how his deep frustration with traditional hiring methods—and the dwindling talent pipeline in Nebraska—led him to launch an innovative platform that connects students to careers before graduation. Bo explains how CareerPathway.com is helping students discover meaningful work in industries like construction, healthcare, and technology through real-time multimedia content created by employers them...
2025-08-04
39 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Digging Deep: How Ryan Schmitt Reshaped Construction with People at the Center
In this insightful episode of the People-First Builders Podcast, host Fletcher Wimbush speaks with Ryan Schmidt, CEO and Visionary at Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc. His 300-person firm is redefining success in heavy civil construction by building a culture centered on growth, ownership, and values-driven leadership. Ryan shares the full story of how his firm nearly failed after a series of disastrous projects and financial hardship. Instead of cutting losses, he doubled down on his people. He opened the company books, shared real-time financials with everyone from laborers to executives, and began a journey toward full employee ownership t...
2025-07-28
31 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Digging Deep: How Ryan Schmitt Reshaped Construction with People at the Center
In this insightful episode of the People-First Builders Podcast, host Fletcher Wimbush speaks with Ryan Schmidt, CEO and Visionary at Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc. His 300-person firm is redefining success in heavy civil construction by building a culture centered on growth, ownership, and values-driven leadership. Ryan shares the full story of how his firm nearly failed after a series of disastrous projects and financial hardship. Instead of cutting losses, he doubled down on his people. He opened the company books, shared real-time financials with everyone from laborers to executives, and began a journey toward full employee ownership t...
2025-07-28
31 min
People-First Builders Podcast
From Carpenter to CEO: Servant Leadership and Building the Next Generation of Tradespeople with Brian Keller
In this episode of People-First Builders, host Fletcher Wimbush welcomes Brian Keller, CEO of Quest Building Corporation, a Wisconsin-based commercial contracting firm that's redefining what it means to grow a people-first construction business. Starting with four partners framing homes in 1998, Brian has spent the past 25 years scaling Quest into a 300-plus-person company that provides labor and materials for framing, trim, flooring, and countertops across Southern Wisconsin. Brian shares the behind-the-scenes story of how he transitioned from being a hands-on carpenter to a visionary CEO focused on servant leadership, talent development, and culture-driven growth. He discusses how hitting...
2025-07-21
35 min
People-First Builders Podcast
From Carpenter to CEO: Servant Leadership and Building the Next Generation of Tradespeople with Brian Keller
In this episode of People-First Builders, host Fletcher Wimbush welcomes Brian Keller, CEO of Quest Building Corporation, a Wisconsin-based commercial contracting firm that's redefining what it means to grow a people-first construction business. Starting with four partners framing homes in 1998, Brian has spent the past 25 years scaling Quest into a 300-plus-person company that provides labor and materials for framing, trim, flooring, and countertops across Southern Wisconsin. Brian shares the behind-the-scenes story of how he transitioned from being a hands-on carpenter to a visionary CEO focused on servant leadership, talent development, and culture-driven growth. He discusses how hitting...
2025-07-21
35 min
People-First Builders Podcast
How to Find, Grow, or Attract Top Estimating Talent to Scale Your Construction Firm with Chad Prinkey
Fletcher and Chad dive deep into one of the most critical and often overlooked challenges in scaling a commercial construction business: taking the estimating hat off the owner's head. They explore: Why owners must eventually delegate estimating to scale effectively. The two main paths: grow an estimator internally vs. recruit one from a competitor. Growing your own estimators: Preferred degrees, expected timeline (3–5 years), and how to differentiate between technical estimating and executive pricing strategy. When to hold on to pricing and sales as an owner even after hiring an es...
2025-07-14
31 min
People-First Builders Podcast
How to Find, Grow, or Attract Top Estimating Talent to Scale Your Construction Firm with Chad Prinkey
Fletcher and Chad dive deep into one of the most critical and often overlooked challenges in scaling a commercial construction business: taking the estimating hat off the owner's head. They explore: Why owners must eventually delegate estimating to scale effectively. The two main paths: grow an estimator internally vs. recruit one from a competitor. Growing your own estimators: Preferred degrees, expected timeline (3–5 years), and how to differentiate between technical estimating and executive pricing strategy. When to hold on to pricing and sales as an owner even after hiring an es...
2025-07-14
31 min
AI Chronicles with Kyle James
Fletcher Wimbush: Leveraging AI for Strategic Recruitment
In this episode of AI Chronicles, host Kyle James speaks with Fletcher Wimbush, CEO of Discovered, about the transformative role of AI in the hiring process. They discuss the challenges of traditional hiring methods, the innovative solutions provided by Discovered, and the future of AI in recruitment. The conversation highlights the importance of automating hiring processes to improve efficiency and candidate experience, ultimately leading to better hiring outcomes. Links: Discovered AI - discovered.ai GPT Trainer: Automate anything with AI -> gpt-trainer.com Key Moments: Hiring the right people is crucial for business success. Traditional hiring processes are often...
2025-07-11
13 min
People-First Builders Podcast
From Grizzly Screens to Generational Impact: Mike Frick's Blueprint for Trades-Led Entrepreneurship
In this compelling episode of People-First Builders, host Fletcher Wimbush welcomes Mike Frick, president of Bear Ironworks, to share the incredible story of how a simple welding project turned into a thriving, multi-generational manufacturing business. From his early days in the oil fields and rural road building to managing over $200 million in infrastructure projects, including a $6 billion LNG plant, Mike's career spans the full arc of American blue-collar ingenuity. What began as a practical solution to a job-site challenge, designing a rock screen for a skid steer, eventually became Bear Ironworks, a Colorado-based fabrication company that now ships across...
2025-06-16
28 min
People-First Builders Podcast
From Grizzly Screens to Generational Impact: Mike Frick's Blueprint for Trades-Led Entrepreneurship
In this compelling episode of People-First Builders, host Fletcher Wimbush welcomes Mike Frick, president of Bear Ironworks, to share the incredible story of how a simple welding project turned into a thriving, multi-generational manufacturing business. From his early days in the oil fields and rural road building to managing over $200 million in infrastructure projects, including a $6 billion LNG plant, Mike's career spans the full arc of American blue-collar ingenuity. What began as a practical solution to a job-site challenge, designing a rock screen for a skid steer, eventually became Bear Ironworks, a Colorado-based fabrication company that now ships across...
2025-06-16
28 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Serving People First: How WPC Built Culture and Resilience Over 50 Years
In this episode of The People-First Builders Podcast, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Jeff Forrest Sr., President and CEO of WPC, a construction industry titan with over 45 years of hands-on leadership experience. From humble beginnings in 1979 to overseeing thousands of units across the Southeast, Jeff shares a candid look at the art of leadership transitions, generational shifts, and the evolving face of construction. Jeff opens up about his journey from apprentice to president, the challenges of following in the footsteps of his visionary brother, and the rewards of guiding his own son, Jeffrey Jr., into the...
2025-06-02
44 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Serving People First: How WPC Built Culture and Resilience Over 50 Years
In this episode of The People-First Builders Podcast, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Jeff Forrest Sr., President and CEO of WPC, a construction industry titan with over 45 years of hands-on leadership experience. From humble beginnings in 1979 to overseeing thousands of units across the Southeast, Jeff shares a candid look at the art of leadership transitions, generational shifts, and the evolving face of construction. Jeff opens up about his journey from apprentice to president, the challenges of following in the footsteps of his visionary brother, and the rewards of guiding his own son, Jeffrey Jr., into the...
2025-06-02
44 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Paige Byrd — 20 Years to Break Ground: Building a Team Built to Last
In this episode of People First Builders, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Paige Byrd, Co-President of Thiel & Team, a seasoned leader in amenities-focused interior design and architecture. With over 30 years of experience, Paige shares the remarkable story behind the revival of the historic Baker Hotel and Spa in Mineral Wells, Texas — a project nearly two decades in the making. From her early site visits in 2008 to the official project kickoff in 2024, Paige offers a rare inside look at what it takes to sustain momentum and passion over the long haul. She unpacks how her firm built a...
2025-05-19
22 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Paige Byrd — 20 Years to Break Ground: Building a Team Built to Last
In this episode of People First Builders, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Paige Byrd, Co-President of Thiel & Team, a seasoned leader in amenities-focused interior design and architecture. With over 30 years of experience, Paige shares the remarkable story behind the revival of the historic Baker Hotel and Spa in Mineral Wells, Texas — a project nearly two decades in the making. From her early site visits in 2008 to the official project kickoff in 2024, Paige offers a rare inside look at what it takes to sustain momentum and passion over the long haul. She unpacks how her firm built a...
2025-05-19
22 min
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit
Mastering Fitness Staff Recruitment: Marketing, AI, and Referral Strategies to Build Your Dream Team: Fletcher Wimbush, Dr. Patrick Porter & Mark Harrington Jr: Episode 541
Become an FBP Insider! Learn more on Patreon. Online Live Event - Learn More! Are you a fitness leader, manager, or gym owner searching for actionable strategies to revolutionize your staff recruitment and retention? This episode of the Fitness Business Podcast, hosted by JT Tamsett, is a must-listen for anyone serious about building a high-performing fitness business in today's competitive market. Discover how to wear your sales and marketing hat when hiring, ensuring your recruitment process is as dynamic and creative as your member acquisition campaigns. You'll learn how applying marketing principles to staff acquisition can transform...
2025-05-15
32 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Building with Heart: How Justin Bride Brings Integrity and Intention to Residential Construction
In this episode of the People First Builders podcast, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Justin Bride, CEO and founder of Ascent Contracting, to explore what it really means to lead with purpose in the construction industry. From his unconventional path—pivoting from a physics degree to a career in residential construction—to founding a company rooted in empathy, integrity, and craftsmanship, Justin shares the lessons that shaped his leadership style and his people-first philosophy. We dive deep into: ✅ How emotional intelligence transforms customer relationships ✅ Why investing in your team leads to better c...
2025-05-12
38 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Building with Heart: How Justin Bride Brings Integrity and Intention to Residential Construction
In this episode of the People First Builders podcast, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Justin Bride, CEO and founder of Ascent Contracting, to explore what it really means to lead with purpose in the construction industry. From his unconventional path—pivoting from a physics degree to a career in residential construction—to founding a company rooted in empathy, integrity, and craftsmanship, Justin shares the lessons that shaped his leadership style and his people-first philosophy. We dive deep into: ✅ How emotional intelligence transforms customer relationships ✅ Why investing in your team leads to better c...
2025-05-12
38 min
People-First Builders Podcast
From Complaints to Culture: Leading with Purpose in the Trades with Traci Austin
In this episode of People-First Builders, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Traci Austin, Chief Talent Officer at Elevated Talent Consulting, to unpack one of the biggest leadership challenges in the trades: the blame game. Tracy, a lifelong advocate for transformational leadership in construction and the AEC space, shares how leaders can shift from chronic complaints to intentional culture-building. Her no-nonsense mantra — "Stop bitching, start pitching" — sets the tone for a conversation packed with practical tools and mindset shifts. You'll learn: 🔹 How trade leaders can move from task management to team empowerment 🔹 The top 5 lever...
2025-05-05
34 min
People-First Builders Podcast
From Complaints to Culture: Leading with Purpose in the Trades with Traci Austin
In this episode of People-First Builders, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Traci Austin, Chief Talent Officer at Elevated Talent Consulting, to unpack one of the biggest leadership challenges in the trades: the blame game. Tracy, a lifelong advocate for transformational leadership in construction and the AEC space, shares how leaders can shift from chronic complaints to intentional culture-building. Her no-nonsense mantra — "Stop bitching, start pitching" — sets the tone for a conversation packed with practical tools and mindset shifts. You'll learn: 🔹 How trade leaders can move from task management to team empowerment 🔹 The top 5 lever...
2025-05-05
34 min
Agency Blueprint
Season 16 | Ep 182 | Creative and Design Talent Hiring with Fletcher Wimbush
Do you find hiring top creative design talent an overwhelming process, especially when relying on polished portfolios that don’t always reveal a candidate’s true abilities? In this episode of The Agency Blueprint, I’m joined by Fletcher Wimbush to discuss actionable strategies for making smarter, more confident hiring decisions. Fletcher is the CEO and founder of Discovered Performance Hiring Software and has dedicated a decade to tackling hiring's hardest problems. As an ethical AI proponent, he's focused on pioneering AI-powered initiatives for talent selection. Listen in to learn how to assess a candidate’s critical...
2025-05-02
23 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Building Culture That Lasts: How Brandon Stanchock Keeps Turnover at 12% in the Trades
In this episode of the People First Builders Podcast, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Brandon Stanchock, CEO of SWF Industrial, to explore how authentic leadership and a true commitment to people-first values can transform a business. Brandon shares his journey from project management in power plant construction to leading a growing industrial fabrication company—where he's driven incredible results: a 12% turnover rate (versus an industry average of 37%) and an employee retention average nearly double the national standard. We dive into: ✅ The power of humor, transparency, and flexibility in leadership ✅ Building culture by elimin...
2025-04-28
28 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Building Culture That Lasts: How Brandon Stanchock Keeps Turnover at 12% in the Trades
In this episode of the People First Builders Podcast, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Brandon Stanchock, CEO of SWF Industrial, to explore how authentic leadership and a true commitment to people-first values can transform a business. Brandon shares his journey from project management in power plant construction to leading a growing industrial fabrication company—where he's driven incredible results: a 12% turnover rate (versus an industry average of 37%) and an employee retention average nearly double the national standard. We dive into: ✅ The power of humor, transparency, and flexibility in leadership ✅ Building culture by elimin...
2025-04-28
28 min
People-First Builders Podcast
From Boots to Blueprints: How Sal Hernandez Scaled, Systemized, and Served His Way to a Successful Exit
From Field to Founder: How Sal Hernandez Scaled, Exited, and Now Coaches the Next Generation of Builders In this episode of People-First Builders, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Sal Hernandez — a veteran, serial entrepreneur, and former owner of a successful design-build firm. From humble beginnings mowing lawns with his father to scaling a full-service construction company with multiple licenses, Sal shares how he went from technician to strategic leader — ultimately exiting the business to focus on coaching and supporting fellow veterans. You'll hear how Sal built a thriving business from the ground up, developed syst...
2025-04-21
23 min
People-First Builders Podcast
From Boots to Blueprints: How Sal Hernandez Scaled, Systemized, and Served His Way to a Successful Exit
From Field to Founder: How Sal Hernandez Scaled, Exited, and Now Coaches the Next Generation of Builders In this episode of People-First Builders, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Sal Hernandez — a veteran, serial entrepreneur, and former owner of a successful design-build firm. From humble beginnings mowing lawns with his father to scaling a full-service construction company with multiple licenses, Sal shares how he went from technician to strategic leader — ultimately exiting the business to focus on coaching and supporting fellow veterans. You'll hear how Sal built a thriving business from the ground up, developed syst...
2025-04-21
23 min
The Insurance Buzz
341. Hiring Red Flags and How to Avoid Them with Fletcher Wimbush
“You’re not just hiring talent—you’re avoiding turnover.” Fletcher Wimbush What’s in this episode:Bad hires cost you time, energy, and money—and they’re more common than you think. In this episode of The Insurance Buzz, Michael and Courtney Weaver sit down with Fletcher Wimbush, CEO of Discovered, to break down the biggest red flags in hiring and how to spot them early. From skipping structured interviews to ignoring personality mismatches, Fletcher shares the exact system top agencies use to avoid bad hires and build high-performing teams. Plus, you’ll hear Fletcher bre...
2025-04-17
56 min
People-First Builders Podcast
From Sales Rookie to $70M Revenue Leader: Sam Rockaway's People-First Playbook
In this episode of People First Builders, Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Sam Rockaway, Head of Sales at REDCOM Design & Construction, to unpack his remarkable journey from construction outsider to B2B sales powerhouse in the design-build space. 🔍 What You'll Learn: How Sam turned a relationship-first mindset into an $8M average deal size The unusual way he was recruited—then left in charge when the owner moved to Italy! The strategies REDCOM used to scale from $25M to $70M in revenue Why coaches and culture were critical during rapid growt...
2025-04-14
23 min
People-First Builders Podcast
From Sales Rookie to $70M Revenue Leader: Sam Rockaway's People-First Playbook
In this episode of People First Builders, Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Sam Rockaway, Head of Sales at REDCOM Design & Construction, to unpack his remarkable journey from construction outsider to B2B sales powerhouse in the design-build space. 🔍 What You'll Learn: How Sam turned a relationship-first mindset into an $8M average deal size The unusual way he was recruited—then left in charge when the owner moved to Italy! The strategies REDCOM used to scale from $25M to $70M in revenue Why coaches and culture were critical during rapid growt...
2025-04-14
23 min
Human Capital Leadership
How AI Revolutionizing Talent Acquisition, with Fletcher Wimbush
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Fletcher Wimbush about how AI is revolutionizing talent acquisition. With a record of assisting more than 2,000 companies win at hiring and conducting over 10,000 candidate interviews, Fletcher Wimbush is at the forefront of solving the complex hiring challenges that businesses face today. Fletcher is revolutionizing hiring practices through executive education, advanced hiring software tools, and bespoke Fractional Talent Acquisition services. The FACT Driven Hiring System eLearning Course This course helps leaders build high-performing teams and reduce turnover with a science-backed approach to hiring. Access it h...
2025-03-19
26 min
Leading Through Connection
How AI Revolutionizing Talent Acquisition, with Fletcher Wimbush
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Fletcher Wimbush about how AI revolutionizing talent acquisition?With a record of assisting more than 2,000 companies win at hiring and conducting over 10,000 candidate interviews, Fletcher Wimbush is at the forefront of solving the complex hiring challenges that businesses face today. Fletcher is revolutionizing hiring practices through executive education, advanced hiring software tools, and bespoke Fractional Talent Acquisition services. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-03-19
31 min
The Daily Leadership Advantage
How AI Revolutionizing Talent Acquisition, with Fletcher Wimbush
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Fletcher Wimbush about how AI revolutionizing talent acquisition?With a record of assisting more than 2,000 companies win at hiring and conducting over 10,000 candidate interviews, Fletcher Wimbush is at the forefront of solving the complex hiring challenges that businesses face today. Fletcher is revolutionizing hiring practices through executive education, advanced hiring software tools, and bespoke Fractional Talent Acquisition services. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-03-19
31 min
The HR Alchemy Podcast
How AI Revolutionizing Talent Acquisition, with Fletcher Wimbush
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Fletcher Wimbush about how AI revolutionizing talent acquisition?With a record of assisting more than 2,000 companies win at hiring and conducting over 10,000 candidate interviews, Fletcher Wimbush is at the forefront of solving the complex hiring challenges that businesses face today. Fletcher is revolutionizing hiring practices through executive education, advanced hiring software tools, and bespoke Fractional Talent Acquisition services. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-03-19
31 min
The Daily HR Conversations Podcast
How AI Revolutionizing Talent Acquisition, with Fletcher Wimbush
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Fletcher Wimbush about how AI revolutionizing talent acquisition?With a record of assisting more than 2,000 companies win at hiring and conducting over 10,000 candidate interviews, Fletcher Wimbush is at the forefront of solving the complex hiring challenges that businesses face today. Fletcher is revolutionizing hiring practices through executive education, advanced hiring software tools, and bespoke Fractional Talent Acquisition services. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-03-19
31 min
Learning about Leadership
How AI Revolutionizing Talent Acquisition, with Fletcher Wimbush
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Fletcher Wimbush about how AI revolutionizing talent acquisition?With a record of assisting more than 2,000 companies win at hiring and conducting over 10,000 candidate interviews, Fletcher Wimbush is at the forefront of solving the complex hiring challenges that businesses face today. Fletcher is revolutionizing hiring practices through executive education, advanced hiring software tools, and bespoke Fractional Talent Acquisition services. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-03-19
31 min
The Daily Leadership Conversations Podcast
How AI Revolutionizing Talent Acquisition, with Fletcher Wimbush
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Fletcher Wimbush about how AI revolutionizing talent acquisition?With a record of assisting more than 2,000 companies win at hiring and conducting over 10,000 candidate interviews, Fletcher Wimbush is at the forefront of solving the complex hiring challenges that businesses face today. Fletcher is revolutionizing hiring practices through executive education, advanced hiring software tools, and bespoke Fractional Talent Acquisition services. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-03-19
31 min
Leadership Elevation: Mastering the Human Element
How AI Revolutionizing Talent Acquisition, with Fletcher Wimbush
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Fletcher Wimbush about how AI revolutionizing talent acquisition?With a record of assisting more than 2,000 companies win at hiring and conducting over 10,000 candidate interviews, Fletcher Wimbush is at the forefront of solving the complex hiring challenges that businesses face today. Fletcher is revolutionizing hiring practices through executive education, advanced hiring software tools, and bespoke Fractional Talent Acquisition services. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-03-19
31 min
The ToolShed Podcast
EP 116: The Ultimate Guide to Building a Winning Team
Tired of wasting time and money on the wrong hires? You're not alone. In this no-nonsense episode of The Toolshed Podcast, Mick Hawes and hiring expert Fletcher Wimbush tackle the aggravating reality of bad hires and share the exact steps to avoid them. Discover why most builders get hiring wrong, how to clarify roles, and why tools like DISC are game-changers for finding the right people. If you're frustrated with team issues and constant turnover, this episode is your wake-up call. What You'll Learn: • Why hiring without clarity is setting yourself up...
2025-03-17
36 min
People-First Builders Podcast
The Best Strategies for Reducing Turnover in Blue-Collar Hiring with Core Matters' Ryan Englin
In this episode of the People-First Builders podcast, Fletcher Wimbush interviews the CEO of Core Matters, Ryan Englin. Ryan shares his journey from running a marketing company to specializing in recruiting for trades like HVAC, plumbing, and construction. He highlights the high turnover rates and the inefficiencies of traditional staffing agencies. Ryan discusses the importance of creating a sustainable hiring process, improving company culture, and aligning employee goals with organizational objectives. Check out Ryan's work HERE. Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn HERE. Think you'd be a great guest on the show...
2025-03-13
31 min
People-First Builders Podcast
The Best Strategies for Reducing Turnover in Blue-Collar Hiring with Core Matters' Ryan Englin
In this episode of the People-First Builders podcast, Fletcher Wimbush interviews the CEO of Core Matters, Ryan Englin. Ryan shares his journey from running a marketing company to specializing in recruiting for trades like HVAC, plumbing, and construction. He highlights the high turnover rates and the inefficiencies of traditional staffing agencies. Ryan discusses the importance of creating a sustainable hiring process, improving company culture, and aligning employee goals with organizational objectives. Check out Ryan's work HERE. Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn HERE. Think you'd be a great guest on the show...
2025-03-13
31 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Building a People-First Culture: Transforming the Construction Industry One Hire at a Time with Fletcher Wimbush
In the inaugural episode of the People-First Builders podcast, Josh Elledge of UpMyInfluence interviews the creator and host of the show, Fletcher Wimbush. Fletcher is the owner and CEO of Discovered.ai, Wimbush & Associates, Inc., and Integrity First. Fletcher addresses the significant talent shortages and shares strategies for effective hiring and retention. Drawing from his extensive experience, he introduced Discovered, a recruitment automation AI platform designed to streamline hiring processes. Fletcher emphasizes the financial impact of poor hiring decisions and the importance of retaining talent. The episode aims to inspire construction leaders with practical insights and invites...
2025-03-13
19 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Building a People-First Culture: Transforming the Construction Industry One Hire at a Time with Fletcher Wimbush
In the inaugural episode of the People-First Builders podcast, Josh Elledge of UpMyInfluence interviews the creator and host of the show, Fletcher Wimbush. Fletcher is the owner and CEO of Discovered.ai, Wimbush & Associates, Inc., and Integrity First. Fletcher addresses the significant talent shortages and shares strategies for effective hiring and retention. Drawing from his extensive experience, he introduced Discovered, a recruitment automation AI platform designed to streamline hiring processes. Fletcher emphasizes the financial impact of poor hiring decisions and the importance of retaining talent. The episode aims to inspire construction leaders with practical insights and invites...
2025-03-13
19 min
People-First Builders Podcast
2 - The Best Strategies for Reducing Turnover in Blue-Collar Hiring with Core Matters' Ryan Englin
In this episode of the People-First Builders podcast, Fletcher Wimbush interviews the CEO of Core Matters, Ryan Englin. Ryan shares his journey from running a marketing company to specializing in recruiting for trades like HVAC, plumbing, and construction. He highlights the high turnover rates and the inefficiencies of traditional staffing agencies. Ryan discusses the importance of creating a sustainable hiring process, improving company culture, and aligning employee goals with organizational objectives.Check out Ryan's work HERE. Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show...
2025-02-28
31 min
People-First Builders Podcast
1 - Building a People-First Culture: Transforming the Construction Industry One Hire at a Time with Fletcher Wimbush
In the inaugural episode of the People-First Builders podcast, Josh Elledge of UpMyInfluence interviews the creator and host of the show, Fletcher Wimbush. Fletcher is the owner and CEO of Discovered.ai, Wimbush & Associates, Inc., and Integrity First. Fletcher addresses the significant talent shortages and shares strategies for effective hiring and retention. Drawing from his extensive experience, he introduced Discovered, a recruitment automation AI platform designed to streamline hiring processes. Fletcher emphasizes the financial impact of poor hiring decisions and the importance of retaining talent. The episode aims to inspire construction leaders with practical insights and invites...
2025-02-07
19 min
Risk Management Show
Hiring Risks: How to Avoid Costly Mistakes with Fletcher Wimbush
In this episode of Global Risk Community Chat, we discuss "Hiring Risks: How to Avoid Costly Mistakes" with Fletcher Wimbush, CEO of Discovered and IntegrityFirst Tests. As a talent acquisition expert with over 26 years of experience, Fletcher shares actionable insights on minimizing risks in hiring processes, emphasizing the critical connection between hiring practices and organizational risk management. We explore how neglecting proper scrutiny of new hires can lead to financial, safety, and cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Fletcher introduces key strategies like structured interviews, candidate scorecards, integrity testing, and thorough reference checks to ensure you hire high-performing, value-aligned i...
2025-02-07
14 min
21st Century Entrepreneurship
Fletcher Wimbush: How Can You Avoid Costly Hiring Mistakes?
Fletcher Wimbush is a hiring expert who has spent his career helping business leaders build high-performing teams. We spoke about why hiring is one of the most overlooked yet crucial skills for any leader—and how to get it right every time.Hiring the right people isn’t just about intuition; it’s a process that can be systemized and refined. Fletcher knows this firsthand. After stepping into his father’s legacy, he battled imposter syndrome and set out to prove his expertise. His mission? To master hiring through relentless practice—conducting over 15,000 job interviews and advising more than...
2025-02-05
14 min
Inside Insight
Hire Right, Stay Safe
In this episode of Inside Insight, we sit down with Fletcher Wimbush, the visionary CEO of Integrity First, to explore how innovative hiring practices can transform workplace safety and culture. Fletcher shares his decade of expertise in developing data-driven solutions, including AI-powered integrity testing, to help businesses mitigate risk and hire smarter. Topics Covered: The impact of hiring practices on workplace safety and culture. How Integrity First's tools prevent problematic hires and reduce claims. The role of AI and data in modern hiring solutions. Real-world examples of implementing integrity testing in high-risk industries. Practical, cost-effective steps...
2025-01-21
29 min
The Thoughtful Entrepreneur
2108 – Mastering Modern Hiring Practices with Discovered's Fletcher Wimbush
Mastering Talent Acquisition: Insights on Effective Hiring PracticesIn the latest episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur Show, the host delves into the complexities of talent acquisition with Fletcher Wimbush, the founder and CEO of Discovered AI. This episode is a goldmine of insights for businesses facing hiring challenges and aiming to enhance their talent acquisition strategies. We summarize the key takeaways, offering actionable advice and detailed explanations to help you improve your hiring processes.The host begins by stressing the crucial role of effective hiring in business success and introduces Fletcher Wimbush...
2025-01-20
21 min
The Digital Agency Show | Helping Agency Owners Transform Their Business Mindset to Increase Prices, Work Less, and Grow Profits
Episode 370: The Future of Recruitment: AI and Fact-Driven Hiring with Fletcher Wimbush
Fletcher Wimbush is the CEO of Discover.ai, a company dedicated to revolutionizing hiring processes through innovative AI-driven tools and systems. With over a decade of experience in talent acquisition, Fletcher has helped businesses streamline recruitment and build high-performing teams. His Fact-Driven Hiring System ensures leaders make better decisions, reduce turnover, and create long-term success.
2025-01-17
34 min
Shally's Alley
Fletcher Wimbush Live on Shally's Alley
In this episode we welcome Fletcher Wimbush, CEO of The Hire Talent and an expert in pre-employment assessments. Delve into the art and science of identifying top talent as Fletcher shares actionable tips for selecting top talent.
2025-01-10
1h 06
Disruptive Successor Podcast
Episode 187 - Mastering Hiring and Succession in Family Businesses with Fletcher Wimbush
Fletcher Wimbush is the CEO of three innovative firms in the Talent Acquisition space, with a decade of experience revolutionizing the hiring process. He has developed groundbreaking assessments and hiring systems that help leaders build high-performing teams through repeatable and consistent hiring practices. Fletcher’s approach has transformed hiring, reducing turnover, improving engagement with top talent, and allowing CEOs to focus on business growth, personal time, and successful exits. His work provides a pathway to a brighter future for companies and their leaders, breaking the cycle of hiring despair.SHOW SUMMARY In this epis...
2024-12-17
55 min
CEO Podcasts: CEO Chat Podcast + I AM CEO Podcast Powered by Blue16 Media & CBNation.co
IAM2300 - Chief Hiring Coach Transforms Hiring Process Using AI-Driven Techniques
Fletcher Wimbush is the CEO of Discovered Performance Hiring Software, who has extensive experience in hiring practices and decades of experience tackling hiring challenges, including reference checking, aptitude assessments, and AI-driven talent selection. Fletcher's system has helped over 2,000 companies and led to multi-million-dollar results in the hiring process. Fletcher discusses that hiring the right people is the foundation of good leadership. This concept has driven much of his career and leadership philosophy. He emphasizes the need for leaders to focus on people selection to build great teams, even in the early stages of entrepreneurship when resources are limited. Fletcher also ment...
2024-11-29
16 min
Strategy and Leadership Podcast
Mastering Talent Acquisition: Insights from Fletcher Wimbush
Fletcher Wimbush is the CEO of Discovered, a leader in talent acquisition and assessment. With a rich background in entrepreneurship and leadership, Fletcher has spent years perfecting the process of matching the right talent with the right roles. His journey in talent acquisition began at a young age, and he has since built on that foundation with extensive industry experience, including opening 25 delis straight out of college and turning around a failing business unit in the commercial dish machine industry. Under his guidance, his company is known for leveraging assessments to improve hiring processes. Episode Summary: In...
2024-11-08
21 min
David C Barnett Small Business and Deal Making M&A SMB
Live X - Ray The Personality Of Someone Before You Hire Them!
X-Ray the personality of someone before you hire them! New Livestream guest- Fletcher Wimbush I’m happy to have Fletcher join me on a live broadcast. He’s got over a decade of experience in hiring and talent acquisition and evaluation. Tune in and as we’ll be discussing DISC assessments in the hiring process and how to properly use them. This is a ‘must see event’ for anyone who will need to grow their team in the future. Find Fletcher on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fletcher-wimbush/ https://www.discovered.ai
2024-07-22
49 min
The UnNoticed Entrepreneur
Cracking the Talent Code: The Entrepreneur's AI-Powered Hiring Hack
Get Noticed! Send a text.Struggling to find and retain top talent? Discover the ultimate hiring solution with Fletcher Wimbush, founder of Discovered ATS. In this insightful episode, Fletcher unveils his AI-powered performance hiring software that helps entrepreneurs effortlessly market job openings, nurture talent pools, and automate candidate assessments – transforming the daunting recruitment process into a seamless experience. From automating initial screenings to final interviews, this virtual hiring hero empowers you to make data-driven hiring decisions while saving time and resources.Gain invaluable insights into Fletcher's entrepreneurial journey, including his focus strategy for building multiple su...
2024-06-11
30 min
Timeless Business and Building Strategies
From Interviews to Integration: Fletcher Wimbush on Perfecting Your Hiring Process
Send us a textEver wondered how to fine-tune your hiring process to find the perfect fit for your team? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Fletcher Wimbush, a veteran hiring consultant from California with a quarter-century of experience. Fletcher traces his journey from learning the ropes of business coaching with his father to taking over the family business and creating proprietary assessment tools. Gain exclusive insights from a professional who has interviewed over 10,000 candidates, and discover how the DISC personality assessment can transform your hiring practices and team dynamics.Unlock the secrets to...
2024-05-29
40 min
The M and A Guy
The Importance of Hiring the Right People with Fletcher Wimbush
In this episode of the Private Capital Mastery podcast, Brian Franco and Fletcher Wimbush discuss the importance of hiring the right people for success in the construction industry. Fletcher, an expert in talent selection, says companies should use a systematic, data-driven approach to evaluate candidates and ensure they fit various roles. He stresses that employees are key assets that need to be maintained and nurtured, just like physical assets. They also discuss using technology for efficient workforce planning and the value of networking to attract and retain top talent. "Authenticity builds trust in relationships." - Fletcher Wimbush
2024-05-28
34 min
The Bottom Line
How to recruit the right people for your business every time
Fletcher Wimbush is the Founder and CEO of Discovered Performance Hiring Software. Discovered Performance Hiring Software combines hiring coaches, AI, and smart software to make the hiring process smoother. In this episode, Fletcher walks through his journey into the recruitment industry while building several successful businesses. He explains why business success relies on recruiting candidates with integrity who match the culture of your workplace. He gives tips for finding new talent and provides some tools you can use to help you determine whether candidates will be the right cultural fit for your business. R...
2024-05-27
31 min
The Use Case Podcast
Discovered, Performance Hiring Software, High Performing Teams, and Job Marketing with CEO Fletcher Wimbush
In this episode, we chat with Fletcher Wimbush, CEO of Discovered, about building high-performing teams. We talk talent assessment, job marketing, and candidate nurturing. Fletcher shares insights on how Discovered helps achieve your hiring goals, offering expert advice on creating effective recruitment strategies to attract and retain top talent.Here's what we cover: High performing teams Candidate assessment Personalizing your workflow Job marketing and AI Chapters00:00 Interview with Fletcher Wimbush07:10 The Importance of Building Great Teams32:02 The Use Case Video Intro Epidemic.mp4
2024-05-23
34 min
Step It Up Entrepreneur
213 - Elevate Your Hiring Game: Insights from Tomas Keenan and Fletcher Wimbush
Welcome to a special episode of Step It Up Entrepreneur podcast. In this engaging installment, Tomas takes you on a journey into the world of effective hiring strategies with Fletcher Wimbush, an expert in hiring and the owner of a company dedicated to helping organizations fill key roles. 🔥 Stop business self-sabotage by getting clear on your core values now! stepitupacademy.com 👊Are you ready to master the principles and strategies REQUIRED to achieve success and live an extraordinary life? Apply to Mastermind today. https://mastermind.stepitupacademy.com/siua-mastermind-application-6313 Leave any questions you may ha...
2024-01-08
56 min
Natural Born Coaches
Fletcher Wimbush: Why Coaches Should be Using DISC Assessments!
Today's guest solves hard hiring problems, and I'm excited to be speaking with Fletcher Wimbush, who's an expert on hiring, leadership, team building, human resources and people management. In this episode, Fletcher specifically talks about a valuable tool that's talked about often in the coaching world called DISC Assessments, and Fletcher is here to share more what they are and why coaches should be using them in their businesses right now! To hear more about the ways that you can introduce DISC Assessments into your coaching business and what this can do for you as a leader...
2023-10-23
26 min
The TomCast
Frontline Hiring Tactics with Fletcher Wimbush
In this timely episode of the Shred Coach podcast, I sit down with Fletcher Wimbush, an expert in talent acquisition and frontline hiring. Dive into the mind of a man who, from a young age, has dedicated his life to understanding and perfecting the art of bringing the right people together to form an unstoppable team. From being the captain of his football team at 16 to leading major organizations, Wimbush's journey is filled with insights on how to build greatness through strategic hiring.Fletcher underscores the significance of having the right individuals on board, emphasizing that the...
2023-10-12
44 min
The TomCast
Frontline Hiring Tactics with Fletcher Wimbush
In this timely episode of the Shred Coach podcast, I sit down with Fletcher Wimbush, an expert in talent acquisition and frontline hiring. Dive into the mind of a man who, from a young age, has dedicated his life to understanding and perfecting the art of bringing the right people together to form an unstoppable team. From being the captain of his football team at 16 to leading major organizations, Wimbush's journey is filled with insights on how to build greatness through strategic hiring.Fletcher underscores the significance of having the right individuals on board, emphasizing that the...
2023-10-12
44 min
AmiSights: Financing the Future For Small Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
121: Fletcher Helps Us Solve Hard Hiring Problems and Understand Behavior Assessments
In today’s podcast, MultiFunding President Lynn Ozer, aka SBA Queen, and I talk to Fletcher Wimbush, Founder, CEO, and Lead Executive Recruiter for The Hire Talent, a talent assessment company that solves difficult hiring problems primarily for companies with 0-250 employees. Fletcher tells us how he got into the industry and shares how to find the top talent. “I spent literally my entire life since I was 16 thinking about this,” he said. “My father was a management consultant, like a business coach. And he developed these really cool behavioral aptitude assessments. He was an introvert – like a research...
2023-06-27
30 min
CEO Podcasts: CEO Chat Podcast + I AM CEO Podcast Powered by Blue16 Media & CBNation.co
IAM1732 - CEO Helps HR Leaders Get the Right People
Why it was selected for "CBNation Architects": In this episode of the CEO Podcasts, host Gresham Harkless interviews Fletcher Wimbush, CEO of The Hire Talent, a talent assessment software company, and Wimbush & Associates, Inc., a talent search firm. Fletcher has interviewed over 8,000 job applicants and has authored a book on hiring team players. Fletcher discusses his lifelong passion for identifying team players and avoiding problem generators, which led him to join his father's business and eventually take over. He emphasizes the importance of getting the right people on the bus and how his company helps clients identify...
2023-05-12
16 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Treating Your Employees Like Artists In The Workplace
Fletcher and Gerald discuss how looking at your team as artists can help with better understanding their role and how everyone ties into your workplace orchestra.
2022-06-09
51 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Treating Your Employees Like Artists In The Workplace
Fletcher and Gerald discuss how looking at your team as artists can help with better understanding their role and how everyone ties into your workplace orchestra.
2022-06-09
51 min
The Claw
The Claw Podcast | How to Find and Retain Top Marketing Talent with Fletcher Wimbush
What two questions do you need to ask in your marketing interviews to find the people who will take your marketing to the next level? Today on The Claw, Eric is joined by Fletcher Wimbush, CEO of the Hire Talent to discuss all things hiring and how marketing impacts your hiring.
2022-06-01
27 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Navigating the Post-Pandemic Norms with Damien Filiatrault
In this episode, Damien joins Fletcher in discussing the new norms that have stemmed from the pandemic such as remote work, the rise of international workers in the software development field, and how to identify and include these new set of workers into the company and its culture.
2022-05-31
43 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Navigating the Post-Pandemic Norms with Damien Filiatrault
In this episode, Damien joins Fletcher in discussing the new norms that have stemmed from the pandemic such as remote work, the rise of international workers in the software development field, and how to identify and include these new set of workers into the company and its culture.
2022-05-31
43 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Diversity Equity & Inclusion with Julie Kratz
Fletcher Wimbush brings on Julie Kratz from Next Pivot Point to discuss diversity in the workplace and how important representation has become in both society and our workforce. Next Pivot Point Linkedin Facebook Twitter
2022-05-20
35 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Diversity Equity & Inclusion with Julie Kratz
Fletcher Wimbush brings on Julie Kratz from Next Pivot Point to discuss diversity in the workplace and how important representation has become in both society and our workforce. Next Pivot Point Linkedin Facebook Twitter
2022-05-20
35 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Optimizing Your Candidate List
Michael Yinger, CEO of Resume Sieve, joins Fletcher Wimbush to discuss the best ways to hire the right person for the right job through the resume sorting process.
2021-08-17
37 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Optimizing Your Candidate List
Michael Yinger, CEO of Resume Sieve, joins Fletcher Wimbush to discuss the best ways to hire the right person for the right job through the resume sorting process.
2021-08-17
37 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Attracting the Right Talent with the Right Job Ad- A Discussion with Shaun Martin
Fletcher Wimbush talks with Shaun Martin, author of "Hack Your Hiring: The Tactical Playbook to Find, Evaluate, and Hire A+ Talent" on how to attract and find the best talent using the right job ad.
2021-04-13
41 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Attracting the Right Talent with the Right Job Ad- A Discussion with Shaun Martin
Fletcher Wimbush talks with Shaun Martin, author of "Hack Your Hiring: The Tactical Playbook to Find, Evaluate, and Hire A+ Talent" on how to attract and find the best talent using the right job ad.
2021-04-13
41 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Cameron Herold, the CEO Whisperer on The Hire Talent's Podcast with Fletcher Wimbush
The Hire Talents podcast, Optimizing The Hiring Process, for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs is excited to host Cameron Herold, a true serial entrepreneurial genius known around the world . He is the mastermind behind hundreds of companies' exponential growth. Join us as we get in depth with THE CEO WHISPERER
2021-02-26
31 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Cameron Herold, the CEO Whisperer on The Hire Talent's Podcast with Fletcher Wimbush
The Hire Talents podcast, Optimizing The Hiring Process, for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs is excited to host Cameron Herold, a true serial entrepreneurial genius known around the world . He is the mastermind behind hundreds of companies' exponential growth. Join us as we get in depth with THE CEO WHISPERER
2021-02-26
31 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Bianca Lager of 'Social Intelligence' Speaks to Fletcher at The Hire Talent
Fletcher Wimbush speaks with Bianca Lager of 'Social Intelligence' a consumer reporting agency focused on online risk for human resources. www.socialintel.com
2021-02-18
47 min
People-First Builders Podcast
Bianca Lager of 'Social Intelligence' Speaks to Fletcher at The Hire Talent
Fletcher Wimbush speaks with Bianca Lager of 'Social Intelligence' a consumer reporting agency focused on online risk for human resources. www.socialintel.com
2021-02-18
47 min
Against All Average
Who Gets a Seat on the Bus: Hiring Secrets with Fletcher Wimbush
Fletcher and his team use self-established resources such as “Hiring Talented Team Players: a Guide to Getting it Right,” and The Power Interview Guide. To help organizations with their hiring needs. Fletcher has also written various eBooks, and hiring articles to help in this role. His experience in the hiring space is second to none and we get to extract how he helps business succeed by hiring great people! Check out Fletcher's Book!Get America Back to Work: Your Guide to Getting a Job FAST in a COVID-19 World Where c...
2021-01-06
52 min
People-First Builders Podcast
How are Negative Energy Levels affecting your hiring and business results?
On today's podcast Fletcher interviews Natalya Berdikyan, the Founder and CEO of Life By Design-Academy. Discussing How Negative Energy Levels may affect your hiring and business results. Answering questions like, "Can you you detect Energy levels quickly in an interview?" Hear the latest podcasts online at TheHireTalent.com Podcasts. Learn about pre-employment assessments to help you hire smarter today at PreEmploymentAssessments.com
2020-12-24
45 min