Maxwell Leadership Podcast *Never* Hire Your Friends
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Jun 6, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Marcylle Combs, author of 'Never Hire Your Friends' and a leader in relational leadership, shares insights on how to balance friendships and professionalism in the workplace. She emphasizes that humility is a strength, the importance of kindness in tough conversations, and how having fun with your team can drive success. Marcylle also delves into emotional intelligence as a cornerstone of effective leadership and offers strategies for navigating the complexities of professional friendships.
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Hiring Friends Changes Work Culture
- Marcel Combs shares she began hiring people she liked, especially in tough healthcare settings, valuing laughter and connection.
- She emphasizes hiring people you like from the start because first impressions show potential for friendship.
Honor, Humility, Honesty Are Core
- Leaders must live three core values: honor, humility, and honesty to build deep, genuine relationships.
- Speak honestly with kindness, especially when delivering hard truths to maintain connection and respect.
Build Humility as a Habit
- Cultivate humility through deliberate habit-building; it is a strength developed over time, not just a natural trait.
- Marcel provides 10 practical steps to help leaders authentically grow humility in themselves every day.
