What do you do when a new hire shows up to orientation… drunk… at a substance abuse treatment center?In Episode 28 of The Bad Hire, Ken, Morgan, and Emma react to some of the most ridiculous and unbelievable hiring stories yet — including a contractor who couldn’t make it through day one sober, a candidate who brought his mom to the interview (for a very specific reason), and a bookkeeper who secretly paid himself double for an entire year.This episode is chaotic, hilarious, and a little bit painful.You’ll hear:– A contractor who showed up drunk to orientation… and kept drinking during it– A candidate whose mom interrupted the interview to ask for money for her teeth– A toxic high performer who crushed culture from the inside– A company leader unknowingly creating a negative workplace– A bookkeeper who paid himself TWO checks every week for a yearThese stories aren’t just wild — they’re reminders of how easily trust can be broken and how important it is to hire with both skill and character in mind.💸 Think you’ve heard worse? Submit your story at TheBadHire.com for a chance to win $10,000.⸻Key Takeaways:• Just because something “should be obvious” doesn’t mean it is.• High performance doesn’t excuse toxic behavior.• Leadership attitude directly shapes company culture.• Trust without verification can be extremely costly.• The wrong hire can hurt more than just productivity.⸻Connect with Us:🌐 Website: TheBadHire.com📧 Email: team@thebadhire.com📱 Instagram: @thebadhirepod📘 Facebook: facebook.com/thebadhirepod🎵 TikTok: @thebadhirepod💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thebadhire—Sponsored by BChex:Need better background checks? BChex makes hiring safer, faster, and simpler. From visitor management to employee monitoring—BChex has you covered.www.bchex.io—🎙️ Submit your own bad hire story for a chance to win $10,000 at TheBadHire.com
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