In this episode of Properties to Profits, I share a raw and honest breakdown of how one bad hire led to a one-star Glassdoor review—and nearly caused long-term damage to our company culture. From onboarding and alignment issues to team morale and public perception, I walk you through the real cost of hiring someone who doesn’t match your mission or mindset.

I break down the hiring mistakes we made, how we recovered, and the lessons we’re applying to protect our team moving forward. If you’re building a team, this episode is a must-listen. I explain why alignment is more important than talent, how to screen for red flags early, and the exact steps we take now to hire smarter and fire faster.

Episode Timeline

[0:00] The story behind our first-ever one-star Glassdoor review

[1:33] Why two weeks with the wrong person caused a major shift

[2:16] Reviewing the feedback—and what was actually true

[3:07] Misalignment, expectations, and the danger of ignoring red flags

[4:29] You can’t double your business without high standards and long hours

[5:09] How the wrong hire drains energy, morale, and leadership focus

[6:18] The unseen cost of turnover and missed cultural fit

[7:00] Why we fire fast and hire slow—and what our process looks like

[8:04] The real reason talent without alignment fails

[8:44] The power of letting go—and how our team thrived after

[9:27] Experience doesn’t equal value—beware of bad habits

[10:06] Audit your hiring process and create a 30-day alignment check

[10:45] We now protect our team at all costs—even from one wrong fit

[11:21] How one review doesn’t define your business—but your response does

[12:05] Final reminder: mistakes are okay—just don’t repeat them

3 Key Takeaways

1. A single misaligned hire can damage culture, productivity, and momentum.

2. Hire for alignment first—talent without shared values won’t work.

3. Learn from the pain, improve your process, and protect your team at all costs.

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