Mastering Hiring & Building Teams that Thrive, with Akbar Karenga

What is the true cost of a bad hire for your company?

In this episode, we’re joined by Akbar Karenga, founder of Maarusi, a talent and people consultancy driven by his passion for diversity, equity and inclusion.

Akbar is an expert in high-stakes hiring and shares powerful tips for founders who need to hire fast without skipping steps.

Together, we discuss:

• The key difference between hiring to grow versus hiring to simply keep up.
• When to bring in pro recruiters and how to create an effective, unbiased hiring process.
• The hidden financial and cultural costs of a bad hire—and how to avoid them.

Connect with Akbar Karenga on LinkedIn for more hiring strategies and insights.

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