Evolved Finance

Hiring your first employee can feel like one of the biggest and scariest steps in entrepreneurship. In this episode of The Profit Pillars Show, Parker Stevenson (CEO of Evolved Finance and author of Profit Pillars) breaks down exactly how to know when it's time to move from using contractors to bringing someone on your team full-time. Parker explains the legal, financial, and operational signs that you're ready for that next stage of growth. You'll learn how to recognize when you're legally required to classify someone as an employee, why too many contractors can actually cost more than one dedicated team member, and how building culture early helps your business run more smoothly. He also shares practical insights on how hiring a "right-hand" person can transform your day-to-day operations—freeing you up to focus on revenue, strategy, and long-term growth. If you've been juggling contractors, feeling stretched too thin, or wondering how to build a real team culture, this episode will help you take that next