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Hiring, Grit and Risk - Season 4: Episode # 77
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- The Cheat Code & Friends
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- Nov 21, 2025
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- 2681
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Summary
If you’ve ever underestimated the power of hiring, this episode will change the way you think about growth. Join the hosts for a conversation with Dr. Heidi Ojha, Founder and CEO of Aware Health, on how no-nonsense hiring can make or break your growth story. From identifying organizational gaps to building scalable hiring processes, Heidi shares what it takes to grow a team in one of the toughest sectors: healthcare. She explains why founders should approach hiring like a marketing campaign, the traits that define true high performers, and how onboarding and culture influence long-term success. Listen in as they discuss startup realities, flexibility, career pathing, and why founders should spend nearly half their time recruiting. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Energy Check 01:57 The Importance of Hiring in Growth 06:10 Identifying Gaps and Roles 09:51 Hiring for Clinical and Non-Clinical Roles 13:56 Qualities of High Performers 17:53 The Hiring Process as a Marketing Campaign 21:52 Onboarding and Setting Up for Success 23:24 Revamping Onboarding Processes 27:15 The Importance of Team Integration 30:31 Flexibility in Roles and Responsibilities 32:45 Career Pathing and Growth Opportunities 39:11 Vision and Future Planning in Startups References in the Show: https://www.forbes.com/advisor/business/recruitment-strategies/ https://vettio.com/blog/startup-hiring-practices-the-ultimate-guide-for-founders/ Quote of the Show: "If they're lukewarm in the beginning, that's probably not a good recipe for them working out and being a really strong team fit. So, I think it's a bummer sometimes because I'm like, oh my gosh, this is a perfect candidate, and they're like, eh. So I'm like, nope, I'm going to be eh and pass on them because I want somebody who's like, this is what I wan…