Zack Knight interviews author and entrepreneur Mike Michalowicz. They discuss Mike's latest book "All In". Mike shares how going "all in" means transitioning from a business doer to a business designer and creator of jobs. He provides tactical advice on how to delegate tasks, take a mandatory one month sabbatical each year to gain perspective, hire the right people through simulations and skills assessments, and empower employees through transparency and appreciation.

[00:00 - 05:12] From Entrepreneur to Bestselling Author

• Went from losing everything to discovering business insights through journaling
• Writes books to share solutions to common entrepreneur struggles
• Realized the job of an entrepreneur is designing systems, not doing the work

[05:13 - 10:23] Assessing Critical Thinking and Grace Under Pressure

• Skills tests reveal how candidates react under stress
• Ask for multiple real examples of handling tough situations
• Simulations test critical thinking and problem solving abilities

[10:24 - 16:00] Hiring and Empowering the Right Team

• Past behavior indicates future performance
• More transparency and information sharing builds trust
• Create "quick start" manuals outlining communication preferences

[16:01 - 24:05] Leading with Humility and Leaving a Legacy

• Model integrity through apologies and admitting faults
• Reciprocity means team will follow leader's example
• Signed his wall: "Eradicate Entrepreneurial Poverty" to support small business success

Key Quote:

"The job of an entrepreneur is not to do the job. It's to be a creator of jobs." - Mike Michalowicz

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