The Grow Show: Business Growth Stories from the Frontlines

Send us a textIn this episode, we dive into the mindset of entrepreneurs and the constant pursuit of success. Our hosts reflect on the common belief that reaching a certain level of revenue or wealth will bring happiness, only to find that it's never enough. We explore the importance of enjoying the present moment, celebrating achievements, and avoiding the trap of relentless self-imposed stress....

Send us a textDr. White has nearly 24 years in business as the Owner and President of Family Business Resources Inc and has delivered hundreds of keynote presentations. He specializes in leadership training, work-based relationships, team effectiveness, toxic workplaces, employee engagement, and employee recognition. In this episode, we focus on one of Dr. White’s books, The 5 Languages of Appreci...

Send us a textTeam members with negative attitudes are like a virus - it spreads quickly and can have a serious impact on your team's culture and morale. It's essential that you remain "stubborn" on not accepting negativity in your organization, and take steps to eliminate it immediately. This can be especially difficult when you discover a high performer is being negative. But in the long run, it...

Send us a textChris Mursau is the President of Topgrading, a company that helps to build and maintain high performing teams through proven hiring, development, and promotion strategies. He has served as a consultant and teacher since 2001 and has conducted over 3,500 Topgrading assessments for internal and external candidates and helped hundreds of people achieve their A potential. Chris has used...

Send us a textDiscover the strategies and insights that our hosts have implemented to effectively manage their business finances and maintain sales and marketing efforts, even during economic downturns. We explore the concept of committing to spending a minimum percentage of revenue on marketing, sacrificing your own salary, and reducing your margins and how these commitments impact on long-term s...

Send us a textJeremey has over 25 years of diverse experience, ranging from semiconductor engineering to writing bestseller books such as “How to Deliver a TED Talk” and “Predictable Prospecting.” Currently, Jeremey is the EVP of Sales & CS Center of Excellence at Insight Partners, a global software investor. In this first installment of our Growth Guest series, Jeremey and Scott dive into the...

Send us a textHaving a strong implementation process is essential for long-term client retention, which is why it's important to have a separate department or person in charge. There are many nuances and components to a successful onboarding process, including project management, setting expectations, communication, and more. Get our tips on setting these processes up correctly in this episode. Ev...

Send us a textCreating effective SOPs can be the difference between success and failure in a business. A great example of how SOPs can help ensure success is demonstrated through the case of Scott's mother's award winning lasagna recipe. Despite being an average cook himself, he is able to make this lasagna perfectly every time because there are exact step by step instructions that he can follow....

Send us a textAn employer brand is what differentiates one organization from another and is a major factor in attracting top talent. It’s important for organizations to work hard to ensure that their employer brand reflects what they have to offer. We dive into the methods of identifying your employer brand, the teams that should be involved, and the collateral you should create to attract new A-p...

Send us a textAt the workplace, best practices are essential for employees to grow and develop their skills. However, they are often forgotten or overlooked. In order to ensure growth and success, making best practices mandatory should be a priority. These meetings help your team stay on top of advancements and changes and improve each week as people practice and study their roles. Another key ben...

Send us a textFinding the right manager for any organization can be a daunting task. Do you hire an experienced manager or promote from within? How do you know who is the right fit for the job? A study by Industrial and Labor Relations Review found that having a boss who can get the job done has the largest positive influence. In other words, having a manager that has been in the same position as...

Send us a textA study conducted by Bain & Company revealed that there is a 95% correlation between the decisions you make today and your financial results 12 months later. So how do you ensure that the decisions you make are the right ones? We believe that in order for any business to survive, it needs to be able to make sound decisions consistently. And we've developed key rules for every dec...

Send us a textYou need to treat your banker, lawyer, accountant, and insurance broker like a part of your extended team. They will act as an expanded advisory board that can help you in a pinch. It's tempting to partner with the banker you know or the IT provider with the best Google reviews or the lawyer with the lowest initial investment, but don't risk it. Shop around, meet them in person, ask...

Send us a textMap meetings are an incredible tool that provide accountability, acknowledgement and direction to individual contributors and their supervisors. At its core, the map meeting involves major projects, activity measured and potential business issues. Major projects refer to the top five tasks that are most important and have the highest impact on achieving success. Once it is implemente...

Send us a textWhen people feel like they belong, they are more motivated and productive. Offering your team members branded gear is a powerful tool for fostering a sense of pride and team spirit among your employees. It also helps create conversations that can attract new customers and team members. Just think about how serious your high school football coach was about having the team in uniform o...

Send us a textA positive company culture is the key to long-term sustained success. It helps teams feel valued and motivated, which in turn leads to greater engagement and productivity. Learn how we've built an award-winning culture that helps attract and retain team members. Everyday AI: Your daily guide to grown with Generative AICan't keep up with AI? We've got you. Everyday AI helps you keep u...

Send us a textRecent studies have found that the average manager spends three hours a day on interruptions or activities that are not the most important for their organization. This is why we developed the playbook for managers – a simple system that helps busy professionals optimize their time and make the most out of every day. Everyday AI: Your daily guide to grown with Generative AICan't keep...

Send us a textAs business owners, we understand the importance of awards and recognition for our businesses. This type of recognition is an effective way to boost morale, attract new talent, create free publicity and help differentiate yourself from your competitors. But did you know that winning awards can actually result in a 63% increase in income and a 39% increase in sales? Find out more abou...

Send us a textRunning a small business is no small feat. It's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day operations and lose sight of the bigger picture, but that's not how successful businesses are run. To experience true growth and success, small businesses must operate with vigor, as if they were a large public business. This means more than just hitting revenue targets. It involves all aspects of...

Send us a textSharing customer success stories is one of the most effective tools to grow your business. Not only will it give you an edge with prospective customers, but it will also help retain existing customers and empower your employees. Find out how you can implement this in your business in this episode. Everyday AI: Your daily guide to grown with Generative AICan't keep up with AI? We've g...

Send us a textDive into the world of customer referrals and how they can be a powerful tool for growing your business. We'll discuss the importance of building relationships with your customers and how satisfied customers can become your greatest advocates. We'll also explore the benefits of customer referrals for your team, including improved morale and increased motivation. Learn how to effectiv...

Send us a textYour team members need to know what success looks like every single day. What are the activities / standards that need to be met every day to WIN that day. We’ve tried all kinds of different ways to do this but the one that worked the best is what we call the A-Player Score. Everyday AI: Your daily guide to grown with Generative AICan't keep up with AI? We've got you. Everyday AI hel...

Send us a textQuality KPIs should be a top priority for every business. It's not just about measuring the success of your products or services; quality KPIs also provide insight into how well your team is performing, whether your processes are efficient, and how effective your strategies are. Everyday AI: Your daily guide to grown with Generative AICan't keep up with AI? We've got you. Everyday AI...

In this episode we discuss the key elements needed to create your own growth formula, and how to measure progress so you can make any necessary adjustments. We also discuss why having a business growth formula is a must for any business looking to succeed.

Send us a textBusinesses are either growing or dying right now. It's time to get back into the weeds of your business to ensure you're not one of the casualties. Staying connected can help you make better decisions, maintain healthy relationships with customers and vendors, improve customer service, and ultimately, stay relevant and ahead of the competition. Everyday AI: Your daily guide to grown...