Bad Boss Confessional
Bad Boss Confessional
Speakeasy Podcast Network
49: When The Expert Gets It Wrong
38 minutes Posted Jul 1, 2026 at 9:00 am.
Introduction to CJ DuBe'
CJ’s Journey: From Placement to EOS
The Confession: Hiring Mistakes and Lessons
The ‘Hire Slow, Fire Fast’ Philosophy
Deep Dive into Hiring Process
Addressing People Issues: Timing and Empathy
Leadership Credibility and Outgrowing Seats
Strategies for Organizational Growth and Tools
Aha Moments from ‘The People Book’
Tattoo Confession and Closing Remarks
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In this episode of Bad Boss Confessional, Beth Fahey sits down with CJ Dube', expert EOS implementer, author, and someone who has spent more than 40 years in the people business. CJ's confession is one that will hit close to home for anyone who has ever hired against their better judgment.
The conversation digs into what it actually means to hire slow and fire fast, why the tools only work when you use them, and what it costs a team when a leader keeps someone in the wrong seat for the sake of convenience. 
Her lesson is one she now coaches every client on: the red flags in a reference check are there for a reason.
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