How to Hire a Rockstar Community Manager with Paula Maidens

Are you considering hiring a community manager?  Shana shares her insights on how to find a rockstar and provide the support they need to succeed. In this podcast interview with Paula Maidens, an expert in hiring and leadership, you'll learn valuable tips for building a thriving online community. Key Takeaways: Intro (00:00) Based on Shana’s experience, is it really possible for someone else to manage your community? (03:11) Best practice as a community manager (07:01) When hiring a community manager, what should you look for? (09:32) If you're trying to screen someone, what should you look for and how can you stay calm knowing they're doing the right thing? (14:18) What is a voice guide according to Shana? (21:52) Is there anything else the leader should not do to empower the community manager to succeed? (23:29) What other advice does Shana have for those looking to hire and train community managers? (27:50) Episode wrap-up (29:11) Additional Resources: Paula’s website: https://www.paulamaidens.com/ Paula’s social media accounts: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/paulamaidensconsulting/ LinkedIn:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulamaidens/ Listen & subscribe to the Big Dreams Great Teams™ podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/big-dreams-great-teams/id1592202886   Grab My Top Interview Questions https://paulamaidens.com/top-interview-questions/ Know WHO to hire by learning your Leadership Style. Take the Leadership Quiz!  https://paulamaidens.com/quiz/ 5 ways to supercharge your team to get your timeback and live the life of your dream: https://paulamaidens.com/supercharge/ The “must have” guide for interviewing like a PRO so you always make epic hiring decisions: https://paulamaidens.com/top-interview-questions/ Learn how to work with Shana: https://www.shanalynn.com/ FREE Guide for Community Manager Best Practices: https://shanalynn.com/bestpractices FREE 7-minute Community Training: https://connect.communitycultivated.com/training FREE Community Creators Hub: https://connect.communitycultivated.com/hub Become An In-Demand Community Manager: https://www.shanalynn.com/ocm Learn more about Shana’s Community Training Program: https://www.shanalynn.com/cultivate Connect with Shana: https://www.instagram.com/shanaspeaks Community Creators is a podcast for online entrepreneurs looking to learn more about creating thriving communities and empowering their community teams. Be sure to follow the podcast, so you never miss an episode!