Above The Business

In this episode, Bradley sits down with Scott Grates — national best-selling author, entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and highly sought-after coach for small business owners. Scott shares his journey of starting multiple businesses from scratch and scaling them into multi-million dollar operations, all while competing against large corporate players. Scott dives into his latest book, Referrals Done Rig...

In this week's episode of The Above The Business Podcast , Bradley Hamner kicks off a powerful new three-part series designed to help you refocus on what matters most in building a business that doesn’t depend solely on you. After covering your business roadmap and operating system in recent episodes, Bradley now turns his attention to you , the entrepreneur. The core message? The most important t...

In this episode of The Above The Business Podcast , Bradley is joined by seasoned entrepreneur and systems strategist Nick Berry , a man with over two decades of experience in scaling businesses, optimizing operations, and helping owners get out of their own way. Nick has built, co-founded, or acquired dozens of small businesses , with multiple successful exits and consistent recognition for growt...

Over the past few weeks, Bradley has walked you through what it looks like to install a true operating system in your business—one that creates clarity, alignment, and execution at every level. In this episode, he breaks down the next essential step in building a business that runs and grows without you: creating business assets using what he calls The 3D Model . What is the 3D Model? It’s simple—...

In this powerful episode of Above the Business , Bradley sits down with global DE&I experts Michel Buffet and Andres Tapia to explore the often-overlooked nuances of workplace inclusion. Together, they unpack the difference between diversity and inclusion, and why representation alone isn’t enough to create thriving, innovative organizations. Michel and Andres share their decades of experience...

In this week’s episode of The Above The Business Podcast , Bradley continues the series on building a business operating system by diving deep into the 12 playbooks that every business between $300K and $3M should have. If last week’s episode laid the foundation for having a centralized “team headquarters,” this one frames up the actual structure that brings clarity and order to your operations. B...

In this powerful recast episode, Bradley sits down with David Jenyns—entrepreneur, author, and founder of SYSTEMology—for a conversation that’s all about designing a business that runs without you. David’s entrepreneurial story is nothing short of remarkable. From selling Australia’s most iconic sporting venue, the Melbourne Cricket Ground, in his early twenties to launching and stepping out of on...

In this episode, Bradley dives into the concept of "Team HQ." He lays the foundation for creating an effective business operating system (OS) that streamlines processes, reduces dependency on the owner, and adds long-term value to the business. Bradley revisits the roadmap framework introduced in previous episodes—Point A (where your business is today), Point B (where you want to go), and the plan...

Growing a business requires a shift in mindset and operations—what worked as a small business won't sustain long-term growth. In this episode of The Above The Business Podcast , Bradley sits down with Chad Prinkey, Founder and CEO of Well Built Construction Consulting. Tune in to this episode to learn how to take your business to the next level and build a well-structured, high-performing company....

In this episode, Bradley dives into the three most common challenges small business owners face: lack of clarity, ineffective systems, and burnout. If you've ever felt exhausted in a way that a good night's sleep can't fix, this conversation is for you. Get actionable strategies to tackle these issues head-on, focusing on the importance of leading yourself first. Discover how creating a personal o...

Welcome back to part two of our three-part series on the major challenges small business owners face. Last week, Bradley covered the issue of lack of clarity, emphasizing how crucial it is to know your numbers and establish a clear vision. Today, he dives into the second core problem: the lack of systems and processes. Bradley shares his personal journey of discovering the importance of systems, s...

In this episode of The Above The Business Podcast , Bradley sits down with two powerhouse guests— Wes Adams and Tamara Myles —to dive deep into leadership, productivity, and creating organizations where people thrive. Wes Adams , CEO of SV Consulting Group, brings his expertise in building high-performing teams and designing operating structures that empower leaders. As a researcher at the Univers...

In this episode, Bradley kicks off a new three-part series on the core problems that small business owners face. Building upon the previous three episodes, where he discussed the roadmap to business success, he now shifts focus to the most significant obstacles that hinder growth. The first core problem? Lack of clarity. Bradley explains how business owners in the $300,000 to $3 million revenue ra...

Most businesses fail—but why? And more importantly, how can you beat the odds? In this episode of The Above The Business Podcast , Bradley sits down with Steven Montgomery, the Founder and CEO of ResiBrands, to explore what separates successful businesses from those that don’t make it. Steven shares his journey from dropping out of college to building a $100M home service franchise empire. He reve...

In this episode of The Above The Business Podcast , Bradley Hamner wraps up his three-part series on creating a roadmap for your business. If you haven’t yet listened to the first two parts, be sure to check out the last two Friday episodes, where he covered Point A—understanding where your business is today—and Point B—establishing your business blueprint with a clear vision, objectives, and targ...

In this episode of The Above The Business Podcast , Bradley sits down with Troy Korsgaden, a globally recognized insurance carrier consultant, speaker, and author. With over three decades of experience in consulting and training executives, agents, and brokers, Troy shares his expertise on the importance of customer acquisition, ascension, and retention—the three pillars of business growth. Troy e...

In this episode of The Above The Business Podcast , Bradley builds on last week’s discussion about defining Point A—where your business stands today—by shifting focus to Point B: where you want to go. He shares a structured approach to crafting a compelling business roadmap, emphasizing the importance of vision and goal setting. Bradley introduces the concept of the Business Blueprint , which cons...

In this episode of Above the Business , Bradley Hamner sits down with Jason Stefely, Founder of Agency Growth Services and a successful insurance agent. Jason shares his journey from launching his first agency at 23 to pioneering remote sales solutions for insurance agents across the country. He discusses the challenges of moving his business to Cupertino, California, right before the COVID-19 pan...

In today's episode of The Above The Business Podcast, Bradley dives into the importance of understanding exactly where your business is today—your Point A. Next Friday, he’ll discuss Point B: where you want your business to go. Bradley shares how he first encountered this concept in his favorite business book, The Road Less Stupid by Keith Cunningham. He emphasizes the significance of truly graspi...

In this episode, sales expert, consultant, and bestselling author Mike Weinberg shares Key Insights for Building a Winning Team. Bradley Hamner chats with Mike as he shares how he went from struggling with sales to becoming one of the top voices in sales leadership. They talk about what it really takes to build a great sales team, why some of the best salespeople struggle when they move into manag...

In this episode of The Above The Business Podcast , Bradley Hamner dives into the critical importance of having a business blueprint. Just like building a house requires a well-thought-out architectural plan, growing a business requires a clear roadmap. Without it, business owners often find themselves working hard without a clear direction. Bradley breaks down the essential components of a busine...

In this episode of The Above the Business Podcast , Bradley Hamner sits down with Dr. Elias Aboujaoude, a psychiatrist, researcher, and author, to explore the intersection of psychology and leadership for small business owners. If you're leading a company with revenues between $500K and $5M, this conversation is packed with insights on self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and leadership charact...

Are you designing your business with intention, or just letting it happen? In this episode, Bradley explores why business owners should think like an architect —designing their businesses with purpose instead of relying on default growth. Drawing inspiration from YouTube creator Mark Rober and his "Think Like an Engineer" mindset, Bradley makes the case that business owners need a blueprint —a cle...

In todays episode, Bradley sits down with Rasmus Holst, a serial entrepreneur and transformational leader who’s redefining what it means to scale a business. As the CEO of Zensai5, Rasmus has grown the AI-powered learning management company to over $35 million in ARR, driven by one core belief: humans are the true engine of innovation. Rasmus shares how putting people at the heart of business isn’...

In this episode, Bradley Hamner introduces the IMPACT framework—a structured approach to testing and validating business ideas before committing resources. This method helps business owners avoid costly mistakes and focus on ideas that drive real growth. Key Takeaways: I - Ideal Scenario: Define success before taking action. M - MVP: Test a small-scale version first. P - Pre-Mortem: Identify poten...