#29 In this episode, we're discussing the importance of workflows for small business success. We'll cover the most important attributes of good workflows, and introduce several common workflow models.  This is not a "how to" podcast for an operator. In fact, it's a "what to look for" episode for business leaders so you can quickly recognize if your team is on the right track or is in over their heads.  If you're a small business leader looking to improve your team's efficiency and collaboration, then tune in to this episode to learn how to create clear and effective workflows. More ..read more

#28 When it comes to building a high performance team there is one tactic that ranks far beyond everything else. In this episode I share what that tactic is and loads of examples of how I deployed it in different roles. When I work with business leaders who are building their teams - this is always a topic we spend time on. My mission is to accelerate the growth of business leaders visions through profitable, scalable operations. When I can do that, then the world enjoys more great things. If you’re a business leader who wants to get out of the day-to-day weeds and build a high functioning tea ..read more

One mistake I made as a leader was not having a way to objectively keep track of my team’s skills. Today I share a story of a lesson learned the hard way, and a simple tool that helped me right the ship. You can find a link to the tool I discuss in this episode in the resources section below. My mission is to accelerate the growth of business leaders visions through profitable, scalable operations. When I can do that, then the world enjoys more great things. If you’re a business leader who wants to get out of the day-to-day weeds and build a high functioning team, then let’s talk. Head over to ..read more

#26 I’m back after a cross country move. Today I want to share my three most important lessons learned from this season of my life, and what I’d do differently next time. My mission is to accelerate the growth of business leaders visions through profitable, scalable operations. When I can do that, then the world enjoys more great things. If you’re a business leader who wants to get out of the day-to-day weeds and build a high functioning team, then let’s talk. Head over to deaconbradley.com, click the “Let’s Talk” button, and tell me about your business. Resources: The Seasons of God (book) M ..read more

#25 Hiring great talent is a key skill to building a successful business. In this episode I break down the job post anatomy I've used to hire roles from executive to entry level. This 5 step process will not only help you create an attractive job post, but also help you manage and lead your new team member when they come onboard (more on that later). Resources: - Example job post 1 - Example job post 2 Want to learn more? Make sure you join my mailing list here ..read more

#24 If CEO stands for "Chief Everything Officer" for you, then listen up. My guest today is Richard Shaull, the co-founder of Unleashed CEO. Richard's company are masters at helping you find the right COO for your business and then make the relationship work in real life. In this episode we discuss some of the insider secrets that make this possible, and what you should be looking out for as a CEO to know how and when to make this transition work for you. Resources: Unleashed.CEO (Richard's company helping CEOs escape the day to day ..read more

#23 If you're an entrepreneur, then chances are you have a million new ideas each week. Your gift is spotting opportunity and pouncing on it. You have a vision that can create something from nothing. But as you grow that same gift can create distraction on your team. So what do you do? In this episode I share the three most common pitfall responses to this problem, as well as a framework that will create total alignment in your team & your business so you can get back to growth mode. Want to get back into "Growth Mode"?If you're a founder or CEO with a team of 3 to 30 people, then I can ..read more

#22 I was inspired by a conversation I had with a CEO client this week that led to him seeing things in a new way. We unpack exactly what that was in this episode. This is especially useful episode if you're a Founder or CEO who's feeling overwhelmed by the day-to-day. There's a lot packed into this which I plan to unpack in future videos and emails for my insiders list. Get on the email list here to discover more about how to get unstuck from the day to day so you can get back to growth mode. Join the email list here ..read more

#21 Want to build a business that runs itself? Then you're going to need an all start level team. The place where most CEOs misstep is building that team around skills instead of talents.  What's the difference? Find out in this actionable episode. Want some help building your business that runs itself? Let's Talk Join the email list for Founders & CEOs ..read more

#20 If you want to build a healthy, thriving team of high performers then you MUST be meeting with them one-on-one. This step is skipped way too often, and leads to dissatisfied employees, underperformance, and turnover. Devoting time and energy to your one-on-one meetings is one of the keys to building a business that runs itself. Listen in as we share the mindset and agenda that works. Resources in this episode: - Radical Candor book When you're ready, here are a few of the ways to work with me... 1. I work with Founders & CEOs both one-on-one and in groups to help you create growth ..read more