Ian Schnoor is the Executive Director of the Financial Modeling Institute (FMI) and Founder of The Marquee Group, a leading financial modeling training, consulting, and accreditation provider. We discuss financial modeling essentials, the basics of giving equity to your employees, and effective ways to attract and retain good employees. 
 
Time Stamps
[00:38] Ian’s entrepreneurial journey
[04:18] How Ian turned his teaching practice into a thriving business
[06:30] When Ian decided to hire his first employee
[08:05] Ways to attract and keep exceptional talent
[11:50] Dos and don’ts of giving equity to your employees
[15:23] The true worth of equity in a business
[18:35] Why financial modeling is essential for business success
[20:09] What is a financial model, and why should you care?
[23:38] The goal of a good financial modeler
[26:55] The evolution of practical financial modeling
[29:51] Benefits of learning financial modeling 
[33:07] Parting thoughts 
 
Links and Resources
Steve and Greg Cleary's Book: Pinnacle: Five Principles that Take Your Business to the Top of the Mountain
Work with Steve - Stevepreda.com
Ian’s LinkedIn 
Financial Modeling Institute (FMI)
The Marquee Group