The Bunker Talk!
A podcast created to help bridge the gap between new entrepreneurs and the more advanced entrepreneur. Local South Florida business owners coming on to talk shop about their success, failures and business lessons learned.
The Bunker Talk!
Ep. 56: Scaling a Business Without Burnout | Leadership, Hiring & Growth with Big Dan
🚀 What truly separates successful entrepreneurs from those who stay stuck?
In Episode 56 of Bunker Talk, business coach and growth expert Dan “Big D” Sachkowsky shares real-world lessons from building, losing, and selling multiple companies—and how a life-changing heart attack reshaped his definition of success, leadership, and legacy.
🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
🧠 Why most business owners become their own bottleneck
🔥 How ego and lifestyle chasing sabotage long-term growth
🤝 The real value of coaches, mentors, and accountability
🏗️ How to build culture, not just hire employees
👨👩👧 Why business growth fails without family alignment
📈 How to scale with clarity, systems, and sustainable vision
💡 This conversation is honest, direct, and practical—designed for entrepreneurs who want growth without burnout, chaos, or sacrificing what matters most.
🌐 Connect with Dan “Big D” Sakowski
🔗 Website: https://www.bigdcoaching.com/
📸 Instagram: @_big_dan_official
🎧 Also available on Apple Music & Spotify