AFRAID OF MAKING
A BAD HIRE?
Is IT keeping you overworked &
under-supported?
GET UNSTUCK!
GET THE HIRING SUCCESS KITS NOW!
AFRAID OF MAKING
A BAD HIRE?
Is IT keeping you overworked &
under-supported?
GET UNSTUCK!
GET THE HIRING SUCCESS KITS NOW!
AFRAID OF MAKING
A BAD HIRE?
Is IT keeping you
overworked &
under-supported?
GET UNSTUCK!
GET THE HIRING
SUCCESS KITS NOW!
AFRAID OF MAKING
A BAD HIRE?
Is IT keeping you overworked &
under-supported?
GET UNSTUCK!
GET THE HIRING SUCCESS KITS NOW!
LEGACY BUSINESS BUILDERS • July 1, 2025
Why Your Hires Don't Work Out (And What to Do Differently)
LEGACY BUSINESS BUILDERS • August 5, 2025
Hey There, I'm
Taryn Cadena
Hey There, I'm
Taryn Cadena
I turned years of HR experience into simple, affordable systems to help women entrepreneurs build effective teams and step into their CEO power! I love sugary coffee, early mornings, and brainstorming new ideas with amazing women. I’m happiest in yoga pants, snuggled with my laptop and my dog Napper. My mission? To help women entrepreneurs create powerhouse teams, lead like CEOs, and build highly successful businesses that last!
Hey There, I'm
Taryn Cadena
I turned years of HR experience into simple, affordable systems to help women entrepreneurs build effective teams and step into their CEO power! I love sugary coffee, early mornings, and brainstorming new ideas with amazing women. I’m happiest in yoga pants, snuggled with my laptop and my dog Napper. My mission? To help women entrepreneurs create powerhouse teams, lead like CEOs, and build highly successful businesses that last!
LEGACY BUSINESS BUILDERS • August 5, 2025
How to Hire Your First Team Member Without Burning Out
If you’re feeling stretched thin and you know it’s time to get help, but the idea of hiring feels like one more overwhelming thing on your plate...
You are not alone.
The truth is, most founders wait too long to make their first hire.
They’re stuck in “just one more month” mode, hoping things will magically settle down. But without support, the burnout only builds.
What if hiring didn’t have to add more stress and actually gave you space to lead?
Here’s how to hire your first team member without burning out in the process.
The Real Reasons Founders Burn Out When Hiring
Let’s get honest about why hiring often drains you before it helps you.
Free up your time for CEO-level tasks
Help you hit revenue goals faster
Improve client experience and retention
Reduce burnout and business stagnation
You’re hiring out of urgency, not strategy
You’re not sure what to delegate (or how to hand it off)
You don’t have a real hiring process (you’re winging it)
You’re not sure what’s legal (W-2 or 1099?)
You’re making emotional decisions instead of structured ones
Before you post a job ask yourself:
What does the business need most?
Do I need help generating revenue?
Do I need more efficiency behind the scenes?
This is what leads to messy interviews, unclear job descriptions, and onboarding that gets skipped. Then you end up with a hire who doesn't stick, and you're back at square one.
Want to avoid that? Grab my free mini-course, The Founder’s First Hire Blueprint. In 5 quick lessons, I’ll walk you through the biggest hiring mistakes small business owners make, and how to fix them, or even avoid them altogether
What You Actually Need to Know Before Hiring
You don’t need to become an HR expert to make a smart first hire. You just need clarity on a few things:
Who do you need — an employee or a contractor?
What do you want them to take off your plate?
How will you give them structure so they can succeed?
Once you can answer those three things, you're ready to hire strategically, not reactively.
The Step-by-Step Process I Give My Clients
Here’s the same roadmap I walk my clients through when they’re making their first hire:
1. Clarify the role.
Don’t just list tasks. Think outcomes. What results should this person help create?
2. Decide if you need a W-2 or 1099.
Use legal guidelines to make the right classification. (My free quiz walks you through this.)
3. Write a job post that attracts the right people.
The clearer you are, the better your candidates will be.
4. Use a structured interview.
Stop winging it. Use behavioral questions and a simple scorecard to keep it objective.
5. Have your documents ready.
Offer letter, onboarding plan, task list, all ready before you make the hire.
This is exactly what I've built into my...
A complete set of plug-and-play templates, checklists, and step-by-step guides that walk you through every stage of hiring.
You’ll clarify the role before you post a job, attract the right candidates, interview with confidence, and set new hires up for success from day one.
My clients use these kits to streamline their hiring process, avoid costly missteps, and bring in team members who actually help them grow.
When you follow the system, you’re not just filling a role, you’re building a strong, lasting team that supports your vision.
You Don’t Need to Know It All, You Just Need a System
Hiring is a leadership decision, not a to-do list item.
When you do it with intention, it’s one of the most powerful ways to reclaim your time, reduce burnout, and finally scale the business you’ve been building alone.
You don’t need to have it all figured out.
You just need a smart system, and maybe a little help.
→ Download the Hiring Kit and start building your team with confidence.
→ Or start with the free mini-course and learn what to avoid before you hire.
You’ve got this. And I’ve got you.
If you’re feeling stretched thin and you know it’s time to get help, but the idea of hiring feels like one more overwhelming thing on your plate...
You are not alone.
The truth is, most founders wait too long to make their first hire.
They’re stuck in “just one more month” mode, hoping things will magically settle down. But without support, the burnout only builds.
What if hiring didn’t have to add more stress and actually gave you space to lead?
Here’s how to hire your first team member without burning out in the process.
The Real Reasons Founders Burn Out When Hiring
Let’s get honest about why hiring often drains you before it helps you.
You’re hiring out of urgency, not strategy
You’re not sure what to delegate (or how to hand it off)
You don’t have a real hiring process (you’re winging it)
You’re not sure what’s legal (W-2 or 1099?)
You’re making emotional decisions instead of structured ones
This is what leads to messy interviews, unclear job descriptions, and onboarding that gets skipped. Then you end up with a hire who doesn't stick, and you're back at square one.
Want to avoid that? Grab my free mini-course, The Founder’s First Hire Blueprint. In 5 quick lessons, I’ll walk you through the biggest hiring mistakes small business owners make, and how to fix them, or even avoid them altogether.
What You Actually Need to Know Before Hiring
You don’t need to become an HR expert to make a smart first hire. You just need clarity on a few things:
Who do you need — an employee or a contractor?
What do you want them to take off your plate?
How will you give them structure so they can succeed?
Once you can answer those three things, you're ready to hire strategically, not reactively.
The Step-by-Step Process I Give My Clients
Here’s the same roadmap I walk my clients through when they’re making their first hire:
1. Clarify the role.
Don’t just list tasks. Think outcomes. What results should this person help create?
2. Decide if you need a W-2 or 1099.
Use legal guidelines to make the right classification. (My free quiz walks you through this.)
3. Write a job post that attracts the right people.
The clearer you are, the better your candidates will be.
4. Use a structured interview.
Stop winging it. Use behavioral questions and a simple scorecard to keep it objective.
5. Have your documents ready.
Offer letter, onboarding plan, task list, all ready before you make the hire.
This is exactly what I've built into my...
A complete set of plug-and-play templates, checklists, and step-by-step guides that walk you through every stage of hiring.
You’ll clarify the role before you post a job, attract the right candidates, interview with confidence, and set new hires up for success from day one.
My clients use these kits to streamline their hiring process, avoid costly missteps, and bring in team members who actually help them grow.
When you follow the system, you’re not just filling a role, you’re building a strong, lasting team that supports your vision.
You Don’t Need to Know It All, You Just Need a System
Hiring is a leadership decision, not a to-do list item.
When you do it with intention, it’s one of the most powerful ways to reclaim your time, reduce burnout, and finally scale the business you’ve been building alone.
You don’t need to have it all figured out.
You just need a smart system, and maybe a little help.
→ Download the Hiring Kit and start building your team with confidence.
→ Or start with the free mini-course and learn what to avoid before you hire.
You’ve got this. And I’ve got you.
Hey There, I'm
Taryn Cadena
I turned years of HR experience into simple, affordable systems to help women entrepreneurs build effective teams and step into their CEO power! I love sugary coffee, early mornings, and brainstorming new ideas with amazing entrepreneurs. I’m happiest in yoga pants, snuggled with my laptop and my dog Napper. My mission? To help women entrepreneurs create powerhouse teams, lead like CEOs, and build highly successful businesses that last!
A FEW OF MY FAVORITE TOOLS
01. Jazz HR
If you're posting jobs on multiple boards, save yourself time, money and major stress by using a hiring platform designed for small business hiring.
02. Talent LMS
My go-to for creating easy onboarding experiences and training programs that grow with your business.
If you're a small business owner who's ready to stop winging it when it comes to hiring, you're in the right place.
But hiring isn't just about filling a seat. It's about building a foundation for sustainable growth.
This post walks you through the exact hiring plan I use with my clients to help them scale their business confidently.
Whether you're making your first hire or trying to fix past hiring mistakes, this simple but strategic approach can change everything.
Why Your Hiring Strategy Matters More Than You Think
Most entrepreneurs wait too long to hire, or they make rushed decisions when things get overwhelming.
You’re missing key pieces of information that would have helped you make a better decision up front.
Hiring the right person in the right role can:
Free up your time for CEO-level tasks
Help you hit revenue goals faster
Improve client experience and retention
Reduce burnout and business stagnation
And yet, so many founders struggle because they:
Hire based on personality instead of skill
Skip onboarding and hope for the best
Confuse “help” with actual “fit”
Sound familiar? If so, this hiring plan is for YOU!
STEP 1: Identify the Right Position for Right Now
Hey There, I'm
Taryn Cadena
I turned years of HR experience into simple, affordable systems to help women entrepreneurs build effective teams and step into their CEO power! I love sugary coffee, early mornings, and brainstorming new ideas with amazing women. I’m happiest in yoga pants, snuggled with my laptop and my dog Napper. My mission? To help women entrepreneurs create powerhouse teams, lead like CEOs, and build highly successful businesses that last!
A FEW OF MY FAVORITE TOOLS
01. Jazz HR
If you're posting jobs on multiple boards, save yourself time, money and major stress by using a hiring platform designed for small business hiring.
02. Talent LMS
My go-to for creating easy onboarding experiences and training programs that grow with your business.
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