The Start, Scale & Succeed Podcast

In this strategic episode, Matt Ruttenberg, Co-Owner of Life, Inc. Retirement Services, shares how to customize retirement plans to slash taxes and favor founders. If you struggle with one-size-fits-all 401ks that hurt your bottom line, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to stack cash balance plans with 401ks for massive deductions - Why founder-centric designs beat employee-focus...

In this essential episode, Michael Swenson, Founder of CrisisTrak, shares how to build crisis plans that safeguard your enterprise from disasters. If you struggle with blind spots that could erase years of value, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to form a crisis team for rapid, organized response - Why early planning protects customers, employees, and investors - What Crisis Tra...

In this practical episode, Scott Ritzheimer, shares a simple exercise to reclaim control of your CEO schedule. If you struggle with endless pulls on your time and unclear priorities, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to rate current time use across key categories like planning and mentoring. - Why envisioning your ideal schedule six months out reveals big shifts - What setting go...

In this actionable episode, Daniel Strohli, Founder of Profitsx.com, shares how to build scalable lead systems for contractors and service businesses. If you struggle with inconsistent pipelines and payroll pressures, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to create client-centric websites that generate high-quality leads - Why consistent, focused work outperforms talent in marketing...

In this practical episode episode, Jody K. Thelander, CEO of J. Thelander Consulting and Morgan Thelander, COO of J. Thelander Consulting, shares how how to fix messy compensation structures using market data. If you struggle with inconsistent pay and retention risks, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to use surveys for free, tailored market comp insights - Why balancing cash and...

In this insightful episode, Andrew Poles, Founder and CEO of Andrew Poles Founder Growth Coaching, shares how to resolve co-founder tensions and evolve into a high-impact CEO without burnout. If you struggle with misaligned decisions and strained leadership partnerships, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to prioritize alignment over agreement to move forward faster - Why fosterin...

In this paradigm-shifting episode, Scott Ritzheimer shares why rejecting "foolish consistency" unlocks founder greatness across all stages. If you struggle with rigid processes killing innovation or chasing shiny objects derailing vision, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why foolish consistency is the hobgoblin stifling your breakthroughs - What adaptive leadership separates great f...

In this profound episode, Cris Zimmermann, Co-Founder of Medici Global Ventures, shares Medici principles for transitioning from success to lasting significance. If you struggle with emptiness despite wealth and unclear legacy impact, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to foster multi-generational family and business continuity like the Medicis - Why blending art, leadership, and...

In this invigorating episode, David Lorango, CEO and Founder of Startup Accelerators, shares how to reignite growth when marketing spend no longer moves the needle. If you struggle with flatlining revenue despite bigger budgets and a solid team, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why more ad spend alone kills ROI at scale - How to shift from acquisition-only to full-funnel creativity...

In this energizing episode, Alan McLaren, Co-Founder of STRATA Originals, shares how to build a powerful leadership brand that pulls opportunities to you instead of pushing uphill. If you struggle with team execution feeling heavy and growth stalling despite a strong C-suite, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why your personal visibility is the hidden multiplier for company momentum...

In this game-changing episode, Tyler Wagner, Founder of Authors Unite, shares how to write, publish, and launch a bestselling book to skyrocket your credibility and revenue. You will discover: - How to turn your expertise into a book in under 90 days - Why bestseller status is achievable today with the right strategy - What referral partnerships scale your business without ads This episode is idea...

In this liberating episode, Shae Bynes, Chief Fire Igniter of The Good Faith Group LLC, shares how to replace grind with grace for sustainable success and true freedom. If you struggle with burnout and the hidden costs of ambition, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to receive grace as a gift already available to you - Why grace, not hustle, is the fuel for lasting results - What...

In this venturesome episode, Christopher Hnatko, Founder of Spartan Trading, shares how to master trading with institutional insights and avoid common pitfalls. If you struggle with financial leaks and poor risk decisions, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to define risk thresholds for scalable business choices - Why institutional views reveal hidden market dynamics - What real-t...

In thisempowering episode, Betsy Pepine, Owner of Pepine Realty, shares how to dismantle invisible boxes and embrace entrepreneurship. If you struggle with dissatisfaction and unseen expectations, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to identify confining boxes from family and society - Why self-reflection reveals your true entrepreneurial path - What mentors guide you from employee...

In this Streamlined episode, Mary Cravets, Founder and CEO of Simply Get Clients by Mary Cravets, shares how to simplify client generation and boost income without burnout. If you struggle with overwhelm and inconsistent revenue, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to simplify strategies to focus on high-impact actions - Why defining "working" prevents wasted effort on tactics - Wh...

In this transformative episode, Gary Mitchell, Founder of OnTrac Coach, shares how to transition from star lawyer to effective firm leader. If you struggle with control and team management, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to build teams around your strengths for efficiency - Why mindset shifts enable entrepreneurial risk-taking - What delegating perfection frees for firm growth...

In this clarifying episode, Rion Westfall, Founder of 537bd, shares how to hunt internal revenue patterns and scale without chaos. If you struggle with unclear messaging and profit erosion, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to answer “What do you do?” in seven seconds with power - Why continual evaluation beats more processes for margin growth - What deep questions unlock control...

In this thought-provoking episode, Scott Ritzheimer shares how to thrive in your current stage without forced growth. If you struggle with boredom and stage pressure, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: You will discover: - Why aligning your stage with your vision boosts fulfillment - How to embrace mystery to sustain joy and success - What thriving strategies keep you engaged in any sta...

In this pecuniary episode, Stas Sukhinin, Founder of Sorso, shares how to master financial oversight and boost profitability at scale. If you struggle with unclear financials and profit leaks, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to regularly review financials to spot issues early - What proactive CFO insights can transform your strategy - Why hiring a fractional CFO prevents costly...

In this engaging episode, John Whitt, Owner of BusinessWhitt, shares how to break free from the founder's trap and turn ideas into money. If you struggle with overwhelm and scaling, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to prioritize clarity to guide your business strategy - What team-building steps boost your growth potential - How to use testing to validate ideas before scaling Thi...

In this protective episode, Jeff Holman, Founder and CEO of Intellectual Strategies, shares fractional legal strategies for business protection. If you struggle with legal blindsides or IP risks as a startup, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why early legal audits prevent costly disputes in stage 2 - How fractional teams deliver expert advice without overhead - What IP roadmap align...

In this practical episode, Renee Hastings, President and CEO of Executive Help Now, shares how virtual assistants free up time for growth. If you struggle with admin overload or productivity dips, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why delegating low-value tasks boosts stage 2 focus - How to identify admin for VA offloading - What systems ensure smooth VA integration This episode is i...

In this bureaucratic episode, Jay Johnson, CEO of Coeus Creative Group, shares behavioral intelligence for team building. If you struggle with personality clashes or self-doubt as a startup founder, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why understanding behaviors boosts stage 2 team harmony - How to assess four elements for better hiring - What choosing behaviors empowers founder agency...

In this guaranteed episode, Stu McLaren, Co-Founder of Membership.io, shares how memberships scale income without teams. If you struggle with time limits or growth ceilings as a solopreneur, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why memberships create recurring revenue in stage 2 - How to launch a simple membership in 30 days - What AI automates content for effortless scaling This episod...

In this strategic episode, Brandon Woodward, Managing Partner of Woodward, Kelley, Fulton & Kaplan, shares legal insights for building wealth management teams. If you struggle with exit planning or asset protection, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why a knowledgeable attorney maximizes stage 6 exit value - How to reduce personal spending to boost business profit - What external...