Scaling With People
Tired of spinning your startup wheels but never gaining traction? Buckle up, founders and CEOs, because this podcast is your rocket fuel to profitability! Every week, we ignite explosive conversations with bold-faced founders, brainy experts, and even a few out-of-this-world vendors. Get ready to crack the code on growth, master employee engagement, and blast through your scaling goals. We’re talking real-world strategies, actionable tips, and perspectives that’ll make your business do a cosmic dance. So, strap in and prepare for lift-off!
Episodes
100 episodes
Founders, Stop Treating HR Like a Dusty Filing Cabinet with Terri Wilson
What if your greatest competitive advantage is hiding in plain sight within your HR department? Terri Wilson, CEO of Doing HR Differently, joins me to shatter outdated notions of HR as merely a compliance function and reveals how transforming y...
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Rewriting Your Leadership Story: From Childhood Patterns to Business Growth with Dr. Sharon Spano
What if the biggest obstacle to your business success isn't your strategy, market, or team—but the narrative written decades ago in your childhood?Dr. Sharon Spano joins Gwendolyn McCreary to reveal how our earliest experiences create p...
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26:22
Building Flexibility at Scale: The New Survival Strategy for Modern Business with James Terry
Workforce flexibility isn't what you think it is. While most businesses scramble to plug staffing gaps when demand spikes, true flexibility comes from strategic planning that anticipates shifts before they happen.James Terry, a workforc...
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26:08
The Entrepreneur's Guide to Financial KPIs and Business Growth with Kyle Smith
What's the real difference between profit and cash flow? For many founders without finance backgrounds, this distinction remains frustratingly opaque—yet understanding it could mean the difference between securing crucial funding or watching gr...
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23:49
Human Connection Wins When AI Content Floods the Market with Tye DeGrange
Trust has become the scarcest resource in the digital marketplace. As consumer skepticism grows and advertising costs skyrocket, brands are discovering that third-party validation isn't just nice to have—it's essential for survival and growth.<...
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20:44
From Founder to CEO: The Messy Journey of Scaling Leadership with Aviva Leebow
Ever wonder what happens when your startup outgrows its scrappy beginnings? The transition from founder to CEO isn't just about a new title – it's a fundamental shift in how you lead, who you hire, and sometimes, the painful decisions about who...
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Culture as Your Competitive Edge with Lilith Christiansen
Ever wonder why some startups scale smoothly while others struggle despite having great products and funding? The secret weapon might be hiding in plain sight: organizational culture.When you're racing to build your product and secure y...
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The Business Blueprint: From Struggling to Scaling Successfully with James Brown
What truly separates struggling businesses from thriving ones? Is it just about having a great product or brilliant marketing? According to James Brown, retired attorney and business growth expert who scaled his law firm to $8 million annually ...
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23:20
Your Board Can Make or Break Your Company's Growth with Keith Dorsey
Boards have the power to transform your company's trajectory, but founders often struggle to leverage them effectively. Dr. Keith Dorsey, author of "The Boardroom Journey" and boardroom expert with experience spanning military service, corporat...
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23:10
The Membership Model: Growth Strategies and Pitfalls with Dominique Waples
What happens when businesses truly prioritize people over profits? Is it sustainable? Or just idealistic thinking? Dominique Waples, CEO of Restore Medical Spa, dispels the myth that successful scaling requires putting revenue before relationsh...
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24:38
Your business is either a star or it's struggling - learn why with Perry Marshall
Want to build a business moat so powerful competitors can't touch you—without the headache of chasing VC funding? Perry Marshall reveals a game-changing approach to market dominance that's hiding in plain sight.Marshall, author of "80-2...
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23:28
The Human Cost of Building a Business with Elliot Kallen
If you've ever wondered what toll building a business takes on you as a human being, this eye-opening conversation with serial entrepreneur Elliot Kallen will hit home. After founding and selling multiple successful companies, including financi...
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25:47
Uncovering Your Company's Unique Identity for Exponential Growth with Melissa Richards-Person
What makes your company truly different from every competitor in your market? Not just surface-level distinctions, but the fundamental DNA that shapes how you operate, what you value, and why customers are magnetically drawn to your brand.<...
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24:50
The Dance of Growth and Scalability: Building a Business You Love with Leslie Hassler
Have you ever felt like your business has become a prison of your own making? You're not alone. In this eye-opening conversation with Leslie Hassler, founder of Your Biz Rules, we dive deep into the stark difference between building a business ...
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27:41
The Relationship Master Key: Building Spheres of Influence with Brad Englert
Click the customized link to get a free sample of Brad's book, purchase options, and schedule time on his calendar:https://bradenglert.com/scalingpeople/Ever wondered why some prof...
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22:32
The Unsexy Side of Success: Corporate Governance Simplified with Anoushka Fernandes
Corporate governance. Those two words alone can make even the most confident entrepreneur break out in a cold sweat. But what if I told you it doesn't have to be complicated, boring, or something only Fortune 500 companies need to worry about?<...
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22:54
Navigating the Founder's Journey with Hans Kullberg
Entrepreneur Hans Kullberg takes us on a deeply personal journey that intertwines professional pivots with profound personal tragedy. As a father of five and serial entrepreneur, Hans reveals how his path through finance, FinTech, and education...
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30:25
Find Your Voice, Build Your Brand: Leveraging Speaking for Growth with Blaire Nichols
Tired of pouring money into digital ads with questionable returns? Imagine commanding a room of your ideal clients for 30-45 minutes, positioning yourself as the trusted expert they need. That's the power of strategic speaking for brand buildin...
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21:41
Marketing Doesn't Happen Overnight: Cultivating Growth Over Time with Katie Smith
Dive into an insightful discussion on how to navigate the complexities of marketing from the perspective of Katie Smith of Wild Path Consulting. In this episode, we unpack the essential elements of building a long-term marketing strategy that e...
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26:26
Unlocking AI Potential: Vanessa Sierra on Strategic Marketing Integration, Leadership Balance, and Business Growth Strategies
Unlock the secrets to scaling your business with an insightful conversation featuring B2B SaaS expert Vanessa Sierra. Vanessa guides us through the complexities of integrating AI into marketing strategies, underscoring both its challenges and u...
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25:49
Unlocking Podcasting Potential: Liz Brooks on Brand Growth, Audience Engagement, and PR Strategies in a Post-COVID Era
Unlock the secret to brand growth through podcasting as we welcome Liz Brooks, an insightful PR specialist from Interview Valet. Discover how podcasting can revolutionize your public relations strategy by providing an accessible, informal platf...
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23:13
Unlocking Customer Experience Excellence: Blake Grewal on Data-Driven Growth, AI Integration, and Simplifying Tech for Small Businesses
Unlock the secrets to extraordinary customer experiences with our special guest, Blake Grewal, founder of Bold Growth. We explore the often-overlooked potential of data and technology in transforming how businesses interact with their clients. ...
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26:11
Unlocking Storytelling Power: Jason Anthoine on Transformative Communication, Authentic Leadership, and Inspiring Employee Engagement
Discover the transformative power of storytelling with communication expert Jason Anthoine in our latest episode of Scaling with People. With over 35 years of experience, Jason joins me, Gwyneth McCreary, to uncover strategies that bring founde...
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18:56
Unlocking Leadership Potential: Carla Fowler on Transformative Performance Reviews, Personalized Learning Strategies, and Achieving High Performance
Unlock the secrets of transforming dreaded performance reviews into powerful motivators with our special guest, Carla Fowler. Explore how leaders can set crystal-clear objectives and embrace the concept of "brutal focus" to prevent burnout and ...
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23:51
Unlocking Financial Strategy: Kevin Appleby on Startup Growth, Fundraising Expertise, and Future CFO Development
Unlock the keys to propelling your business forward with strategic financial insight in our latest episode of Scaling with People. Featuring Kevin Appleby, a visionary in finance team development, we explore the critical juncture when founders ...
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