Hiring can feel like a gamble—especially when you're wearing all the hats as a small business owner.

Getting it wrong isn’t just frustrating, it’s costly in time, morale, and productivity.

In this guide, you’ll learn:

• The 7 essential HR steps to set your hiring process up for success.
• What to do before you advertise to attract the right candidates.
• How to navigate interviews and reference checks with clarity and confidence.
• Common hiring mistakes—and how to avoid them.
• Simple HR compliance tips to keep you on the right side of the law.
• A practical checklist you can follow for every hire.
• Bonus templates to make each step easier (position description, interview guide, and more!).

By the end, you’ll feel confident, clear, and ready to hire the right people—without the stress, second-guessing, or sleepless nights.