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  • The Talent Revolution: Why Founders Are Hiring in LATAM

    The Talent Revolution: Why Founders Are Hiring in LATAM
    Jul 24 2025
    In Episode 19 of Hire Smart, Scale Fast, Hunter Miranda breaks down Deloitte's latest insights on the workforce crisis, the "experience gap," and how U.S. founders can gain a competitive edge by hiring experienced, agile professionals from Latin America. Discover why AI, remote work, and distributed teams are shifting the game, and how you can build capacity without burning through your budget. From reinventing management to embracing "stagility," this episode is packed with strategies for modern founders. Time stamps: 00:00 – Intro: The experience gap & hiring crisis 01:45 – The Catch-22 of entry-level experience 03:10 – Rising expectations vs lack of experience 05:00 – LATAM professionals as the overlooked solution 07:30 – Why U.S. founders are missing out on global talent 09:15 – What Deloitte's report reveals about AI & the workforce 11:40 – LATAM talent + AI = a powerful combination 14:00 – Stagility: Balancing worker stability with business agility 16:20 – Time zones as a hiring advantage About the show: Hire Smart helps business leaders build teams that scale smart and stay strong. Hosted by Eric Farber and Hunter Miranda, the show offers actionable insights into hiring, company culture, and leadership in the age of rapid growth and AI-driven transformation. Subscribe and learn how to hire better, lead stronger, and grow smarter. More episodes: hiresmartpodcast.com Follow Eric Farber on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ericfarber123 Follow Hunter Miranda on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/huntermiranda
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    14 Min.
  • The Culture Crisis: Why 70% of Remote Teams Fail

    The Culture Crisis: Why 70% of Remote Teams Fail
    Jul 23 2025
    How do you create a thriving culture in a fully remote team? Most founders don’t even realize they’re building one, until it’s too late. In this episode, Eric Farber and Hunter Miranda break down the hidden ways founders shape team culture, why 70% of remote hires fail, and the 4 silent killers of remote environments. With stories from Uber, Spanx, and real startups, you’ll learn how to build a culture that actually works even across time zones. Time stamps: 00:00 — Intro 01:22 — Uber vs. Spanx: Two very different company cultures 03:07 — How founders shape remote team behavior 05:45 — Why 70% of remote hires fail 07:30 — Your behavior becomes the team’s culture playbook 09:20 — The 4 culture killers in remote companies 12:05 — Real examples of companies getting remote culture right 13:00 — How culture compounds over time About the show: Hire Smart helps business leaders build teams that scale smart and stay strong. Hosted by Eric Farber and Hunter Miranda, the show offers actionable insights into hiring, company culture, and leadership in the age of rapid growth and AI-driven transformation. Subscribe and learn how to hire better, lead stronger, and grow smarter. More episodes: hiresmartpodcast.com Follow Eric Farber on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ericfarber123 Follow Hunter Miranda on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/huntermiranda
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    13 Min.
  • The Founder’s Blind Spot That Drove Talent Away

    The Founder’s Blind Spot That Drove Talent Away
    Jul 22 2025
    In Episode 17 of Hire Smart Scale Fast, Hunter Miranda breaks down the hidden legal risks U.S. founders face when hiring remote talent in Latin America. From $400,000 fines in Colombia to Brazil’s crackdown on digital payments, this episode is a wake-up call for any startup founder trying to cut corners by misclassifying full-time remote workers as contractors. Hunter reveals a 3-step decision framework to legally protect your company and shares the exact red flags that trigger audits across LATAM. Time stamps: 00:00 Intro – Why we built a culture of alumni 01:14 It’s not about keeping people forever 02:03 Creating long-term relationships with your team 03:18 The mindset shift: From retention to dignity 04:41 When leaders treat people like adults 06:10 Alumni networks vs employee loyalty 07:22 What happens when you celebrate departures 09:05 The ripple effects of treating people with dignity 10:36 How Eric applies this in his own companies 12:04 Final thoughts – Building a culture that brings people back About the show: Hire Smart helps business leaders build teams that scale smart and stay strong. Hosted by Eric Farber and Hunter Miranda, the show offers actionable insights into hiring, company culture, and leadership in the age of rapid growth and AI-driven transformation. Subscribe and learn how to hire better, lead stronger, and grow smarter. More episodes: hiresmartpodcast.com Follow Eric Farber on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ericfarber123 Follow Hunter Miranda on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/huntermiranda
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    13 Min.
  • 30% of Code Is Now Written by AI: What It Means for Your Career

    30% of Code Is Now Written by AI: What It Means for Your Career
    Jul 17 2025
    In Episode 16 of Hire Smart Scale Fast, hosts Eric Farber and Hunter Miranda unpack the ongoing wave of tech layoffs and how artificial intelligence is accelerating a new era in hiring, recruiting, and job relevance. From Microsoft’s job cuts to the rise of AI-written code, this episode breaks down the impact of economic pressure, automation, and the future of human-centered hiring. Discover what leaders, job seekers, and recruiters must do to stay ahead in a market shaped by rapid innovation—and why relevance is everything. They also share firsthand insights from HelloVV’s AI-powered platform and discuss the shortcomings of removing the human element in hiring. Whether you’re in tech, HR, or simply navigating your career, this episode delivers sharp takeaways and fresh perspectives on the future of work. Time stamps: 00:00 — Welcome + Summer weather talk 00:42 — Intro to today's topic: layoffs in tech 01:12 — Microsoft and other major layoffs explained 02:08 — AI writing code: Salesforce, Microsoft & the future of developers 03:14 — Marketing roles and automation with AI 04:04 — Robo-taxis & job displacement in transport 05:18 — Will AI take all jobs? The economic debate 06:52 — The fall of Monster & CareerBuilder 07:48 — AI recruiting: tools, challenges, and funding 08:15 — Why human interaction still matters in hiring 09:17 — Red flags in job candidate responses 09:51 — Final thoughts + episode close About the show: Hire Smart helps business leaders build teams that scale smart and stay strong. Hosted by Eric Farber and Hunter Miranda, the show offers actionable insights into hiring, company culture, and leadership in the age of rapid growth and AI-driven transformation. Subscribe and learn how to hire better, lead stronger, and grow smarter. More episodes: hiresmartpodcast.com Follow Eric Farber on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ericfarber123 Follow Hunter Miranda on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/huntermiranda
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    10 Min.
  • Why Top Performers Don’t Always Succeed in New Roles

    Why Top Performers Don’t Always Succeed in New Roles
    Jul 16 2025
    Description: In episode 15 of Hire Smart Scale Fast, Hunter Miranda and Eric Farber dive into a compelling question: Should you hire the best of the best? Drawing on a Harvard Business Review study, they explore why top performers often fail to replicate success in new environments. From predictive hiring and adaptability to team culture and internal promotions, this episode is packed with insights on what really makes a great hire. Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome to Episode 15: Should You Hire the Best? 00:45 – HBR study on top stock analysts and performance drop 01:54 – Hollywood analogy: One-hit wonders vs. long-term performers 03:10 – Why promotion history matters in hiring decisions 04:12 – When is hiring a “risky” candidate worth it? 05:02 – How to evaluate adaptability and cultural fit 05:28 – Interviewing technique: "Tell me more" and red flags 07:08 – AI talent wars and poaching top employees 07:54 – Promote from within or risk losing stars 08:44 – Final thoughts + call to action About the show: Hire Smart helps business leaders build teams that scale smart and stay strong. Hosted by Eric Farber and Hunter Miranda, the show offers actionable insights into hiring, company culture, and leadership in the age of rapid growth and AI-driven transformation. Subscribe and learn how to hire better, lead stronger, and grow smarter. More episodes: hiresmartpodcast.com Follow Eric Farber on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ericfarber123 Follow Hunter Miranda on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/huntermiranda
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    9 Min.
  • The Risks of Remote Hiring: Fraud, Outsourcing & Hidden Teams

    The Risks of Remote Hiring: Fraud, Outsourcing & Hidden Teams
    Jul 15 2025
    In Episode 14 of Hire Smart Scale Fast, Hunter and Eric dive into the viral story of Soham Parekh—an engineer who secretly worked for five tech companies while outsourcing his tasks to other developers. They discuss how remote work, VPNs, and weak hiring processes are opening the door to hidden fraud, and what business leaders can do to prevent it. From red flags in interviews to the power of real references, this episode is a must-listen for any founder building distributed teams. Plus: a real-life case from Eric’s law firm where the same scam happened—complete with stolen profile pictures. Time Stamps: 00:00 – Intro & banter 01:01 – The Soham Parekh case: working 5 jobs remotely 01:50 – Outsourcing his work to other engineers 02:30 – Eric’s personal story: dual-employed team members 03:40 – VPNs, fake setups & tech loopholes 04:38 – The North Korea content farm case 05:44 – Why interviews alone aren’t enough 06:12 – The importance of checking real references 07:28 – How career relationships reveal character 08:11 – Jobs vs careers: building long-term trust 08:30 – Teaser for next episode 08:52 – Outro About the show: Hire Smart helps business leaders build teams that scale smart and stay strong. Hosted by Eric Farber and Hunter Miranda, the show offers actionable insights into hiring, company culture, and leadership in the age of rapid growth and AI-driven transformation. Subscribe and learn how to hire better, lead stronger, and grow smarter. More episodes: hiresmartpodcast.com Follow Eric Farber on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ericfarber123 Follow Hunter Miranda on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/huntermiranda
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    9 Min.
  • Title: The Fake CFO Story Every Founder Should Hear

    Title: The Fake CFO Story Every Founder Should Hear
    Jul 10 2025

    We explore the shocking true story of a CFO who faked his resume and slipped through the hiring cracks of a major aerospace company. What happened next involved the SEC, a public investigation, and major fallout for the organization. We break down what went wrong, what this means for hiring in the age of AI, and how founders can protect their companies from deception at the highest level.

    About the show:

    Hire Smart helps business leaders build teams that scale smart and stay strong. Hosted by Eric Farber and Hunter Miranda, the show offers actionable insights into hiring, company culture, and leadership in the age of rapid growth and AI-driven transformation.

    Subscribe and learn how to hire better, lead stronger, and grow smarter.

    More episodes: hiresmartpodcast.com

    Follow Eric Farber on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ericfarber123

    Follow Hunter Miranda on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/huntermiranda

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    8 Min.
  • The Real Cost of Employee Turnover and How to Fix It

    The Real Cost of Employee Turnover and How to Fix It
    Jul 10 2025
    Turnover isn’t just a people problem — it’s a financial one. In this episode, we break down the true cost of losing an employee, especially in leadership and specialized roles. Discover why bad hires can act like a virus in your company, and how strong culture, transparency, and smart hiring practices are your best defense. Learn the strategies successful teams use to retain top talent and reduce turnover — from pay structure to cultural alignment. Timestamps: (00:00) Why turnover hits harder than you think (01:17) The shocking cost of losing an employee (02:34) Culture as the root cause of turnover (04:28) Specialized roles = higher risk (05:51) How to measure and improve culture (07:23) What real transparency looks like (09:49) Matching roles with purpose and vision (10:48) Most professionals leave because of poor culture fit (11:39) Winning teams, winning culture (12:49) Final thoughts and takeaway About the show: Hire Smart helps business leaders build teams that scale smart and stay strong. Hosted by Eric Farber and Hunter Miranda, the show offers actionable insights into hiring, company culture, and leadership in the age of rapid growth and AI-driven transformation. Subscribe and learn how to hire better, lead stronger, and grow smarter. More episodes: hiresmartpodcast.com Follow Eric Farber on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ericfarber123 Follow Hunter Miranda on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/huntermiranda
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    12 Min.