VRS583 - The Power of People: How to Hire and Retain the Best Talent with Steve Trover
Summary
This podcast episode features Steve Trover of Better Talent discussing the power of hiring and retaining the best talent for your vacation rental business. Key topics include the importance of having a people plan, understanding your company's values, and using scientific personality assessments. Steve also mentions trends towards a global workforce and the importance of avoiding bias in hiring, particularly around protected classes.
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