This episode was first broadcast in April 2023. You can find a full episode archive by subscribing to BEATS WORKING.

Dive into growing your business by focusing on people and values. Kaas Tailored founder Jeff Kaas

joins us to share his innovative approach to creating a workplace that feels more like a community and less like a job.

Key Takeaways:

1. Hiring Philosophy: Learn why music majors might be better hires than business majors due to their knack for systems thinking and real-world collaboration.
2. Factory Tours and Cultural Shifts: Jeff shares how opening their factory doors to thousands of guests reinforced their commitment to truth and transparency.
3. Autonomy and Standardization: Unpack how Jeff balances giving employees freedom with the need for standardized processes, especially in industries where consistency is key.

Guest:

Jeff Kaas, owner of Kaas Tailored and founder of Truth Bit Pull consulting.

Resources Mentioned:

1. Jeff Kaas: LinkedIn
2. Organization: Kaas Tailored
3. Experience: Kaas Tailored Tours & Workshops
4. Consulting: Truth Bit Pull

Quotes:

-"The key is to grow people, not just to retain them." – Jeff Kaas

-"It's not about the money; it's about the community and the value you create." – Jeff Kaas

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