In this episode, join Laura Ashley-Timms and Dominic Ashley-Timms, the dynamic leaders behind Notion, as they unveil the power of Operational Coaching™ behaviors. Laura, Notion's COO and one of the UK’s top Executive Coaches, draws on her extensive experience from international sports and global business to reveal how asking the right questions can…

This podcast episode explore the critical role of clear expectations in employee engagement, performance, and retention. Highlighting research from Gallup, Harvard Business Review, and others, it reveals that unclear expectations are a major reason employees leave their jobs. It discusses the importance of setting clear, measurable goals, not just …

Growth Isn't a Guessing Game. Jim works with ambitious companies who are ready to lower CAC, increase LTV, and break revenue records. He focuses on increasing profits by improving conversion rates, acquiring new customers by maximizing ad spend, and growing sales with a team. His methods have scaled 150 brands and counting. Jim is the author of the…

In this podcast episode, Bradley focuses on the balance between growth and sustainability in business. He discusses the allure of the Inc. 5000 list, which showcases the fastest-growing private companies in America, but cautions against chasing growth at all costs. While rapid expansion is often celebrated, true success lies in building a business …

Discover how startups often start within well known companies and spin out in this episode. Dr. André Laplume, co-author of Spinout Ventures, joins Bradley to discuss...you guessed it: spinout ventures. Laplume is a Full Professor in Entrepreneurship and Strategy at the Ted Rogers School of Management, which is part of Toronto Metropolitan Universi…

In this episode, Bradley reflects on a pivotal experience early in his career, when his manager, Sharma, pushed him to unlock his full potential despite his recent success. After winning a prestigious "Rep of the Year" award, Bradley expected praise, but Sharma instead challenged him during a grueling ride-along, critiquing his every move. She expl…

Today on the podcast, Kelli Rae Thompson joins Bradley to discuss confidence in business. Faced with real workplace demands, it can be tough to put delegation into practice. Many business owners say things like “I’m the only one who can do the job” or “If this project doesn’t go smoothly, the whole team will suffer.” Kelli wrote an article for Harv…

The desert is also a phase where many businesses get stuck. It's easy to become overwhelmed by the challenges of managing a growing team and to settle into a comfortable but stagnant routine. However, for those who are willing to push through, the rewards on the other side are immense. Thanks to our sponsors... Club Capital provides monthly account…

Today on the podcast, Peter Kingma joins Bradley to talk cash. "Cash is king," says business expert Peter Kingma. Without it, your business won’t survive. You need cash to pay your bills, develop new products, hire additional employees, and so on. With cash, you can take advantage of growth opportunities. If you have too much debt and too little ca…

Recently Bradley was thinking about scavenger hunts from his childhood, college days, and even those he's organized for his kids. Remember those exhilarating moments of following clues to the next exciting discovery? While scavenger hunts are fun in certain contexts, they can become a frustrating metaphor for disorganization in business settings. I…

Today on the podcast, Chris Thyberg joins Bradley to discuss The Serving Way. Chris is on a mission to cultivate joy at work, one growing leader at a time. His coaching declaration serves as a compass, ensuring that leaders can harness their capacity, power, and wholeness to pursue great purposes. Chris's unique approach, known as The Serving Way, …

In the fast-paced world of business, the pressure to fill vacancies quickly can lead to costly mistakes. If pressure to fill a gap, a promotion-induced vacancy, or desperation hiring is influencing your decisions, it's time to slow down! Listen to this episode for clear steps on creating a successful hiring system. Join us at The 2 Day MBA, August …

Today on the podcast, John Briggs joins Bradley to discuss the keys to success he has discovered as a serial entrepreneur. John is widely recognized for his innovative approach to productivity and work-life harmony, encapsulated in his book, The 3.3 Rule: The New Workday Standard of Creating More by Working Less. His approach has not only led to si…

In this episode, Bradley explores the often isolating journey of entrepreneurship, aptly naming his podcast episode "Owner Island." He shares personal and poignant reflections, inspired by recent life events and interactions with his listeners and clients. The core of his message is a heartfelt acknowledgment of the unique challenges and psychologi…

Today on the podcast, Wes Schaeffer joins Bradley to discuss sales for business owners. He is a Ruthlessly Pragmatic sales trainer, marketing consultant, keynote speaker, copywriter, HubSpot expert, Keap CRM expert, and Doer. Nothing happens until a sale is made. A sale cannot be made until a prospect has been identified. A prospect cannot be ident…

We believe that many people venture into business and entrepreneurship seeking freedom, flexibility, and the potential for higher income. But often times people or systems fail...and Bradley reflects on how to create new systems to support the freedom you desire while continuing business growth. Thanks to our sponsors... Club Capital provides month…

Today on the podcast, Barbara Richter joins Bradley to discuss writing your book. Barbara Richter is an accomplished author, public speaker, French-to-English translator, and founder of DIYBook (founded in 2023) and In Ink Ghostwriting (founded in 2014). DIYBook simplifies the process of writing and publishing, providing tools and resources for ind…

As a business owner, do you know how many jobs you've sold or customers you had last year? It's incredibly important to know what those numbers actually really look like. With this information, you can begin to have perspective and to be able to set future targets. Get the free "Know Your Numbers" tool from BlueprintOS at www.blueprintos.com/assets…

In today's episode, Joe Davis defines a generous leader from his own experience. Joe is a MD and Senior Partner at BCG. In The Generous Leader, Joe shares a performance review: He was told he was not the best at problem-solving solo; but with others, he could solve any challenge. His manager identified his key strength - a person who could connect.…

In this episode, Bradley reflects on 6 key takeaways from his mastermind with Chad Cannon. They include Land and Expand, Know Your Numbers, You Can't See The Label from Inside The Jar, You Need Truth Tellers, My Business Isn't As Unique As I Think It Is, and The Value of Being In Community. Listen to discover how to apply these takeaways to your ow…

Today on the podcast, Allan Dib joins Bradley again to share about Lean Marketing, his latest book. You keep being told to do more marketing―more complex, more aggressive, and more expensive marketing. Chasing the latest bright, shiny object is exhausting. Increased efforts keep leading to disappointment. The overwhelm for entrepreneurs, marketers,…

Stonecutters could pound at a single rock 100 times without seeing any result, but on the 101st blow, it could split in two. Sometimes, business feels like pounding away at a rock without any progress. Bradley encourages listeners to remember the Stonecutter's Credo and apply it to their own business practices for resilience and perseverance. Regis…

Today on the podcast, listener favorite Steve Suggs joins Bradley again to discuss Retaining The Best in your business. Steve has a vast experience and unparalleled expertise in the realms of sales and recruitment. With a career that spans over forty years, Steve brings to the table a rich tapestry of knowledge, having worn many hats: a salesperson…

The money is in owning, not operating a business. If you transitioned from working as an employee or manager into being an owner, you may be struggling to shift. Because your time is the most valuable thing you have, you need to implement the mindset, skillset, and toolset to shift from being an operator, aka Rainmaker, to Owner, aka Architect. Joi…

Today on the podcast, Randy Gravitt joins Bradley to discuss how finding success at work begins at home. In an era characterized by technological advancements and virtual work environments, the boundary between personal and professional spheres has become increasingly blurred. Many people are struggling to balance both work and family, unable to fi…

Mindset is often misunderstood as just motivational talk, but it's not about shouting affirmations in the mirror every morning; it’s about how you approach and think about your goals. Listen to this quick episode with Bradley to hear about his mental model for setting goals and expectations for success. Join Bradley for The Above The Business LIVE …

Patrick Thean is an international speaker, USA TODAY and Wall Street Journal bestselling author, CEO of Rhythm Systems, coach and serial entrepreneur. (https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/rhythm-systems-launches-first-ai-based-goal-writing-coach-as-part-of-its-strategy-execution-software-301766031.html) In his book, Rhythm: How to Achieve Brea…

Great athletes train to improve their weak areas and become better all around players. But in business, Bradley shares his experiences around doing the opposite of this, and why it's more effective for your bottom line. Thanks to our sponsors... Club Capital provides monthly accounting, tax, and CFO services for insurance agency owners. Learn more …

Today on the podcast, serial entrepreneur and marketing expert Josh Kropkof joins Bradley to discuss how emails can impact your business growth. Josh and his brother Ben founded The Email Agency in 2018 after their first business selling digital products failed. Josh started his online business journey whilst being a Law student at University of Mi…

What is the actual role or purpose of every position in your organization? Even more specific than that, how does that role help the company to make money? Get the FREE Job Description Template: https://www.blueprintos.com/download-jobdescription/ Thanks to our sponsors... Club Capital provides monthly accounting, tax, and CFO services for insuranc…

Coach P joins Bradley to discuss recruiting, agency management, and scale in the face of difficult times. Growing up as a State Farm kid, David Peterson watched his father run a successful agency for 40 years. Out of college he had to give it a try himself and he was an agent team member for nearly 3 years with a high-level agent. After a few years…

As business owners, we are often caught up in the daily grind, managing teams, meeting client expectations, and balancing personal life. Your first priority needs to be caring for yourself and leading yourself before others, aka "putting your oxygen mask on." In this episode Bradley shares candidly how he has been recently implementing this princip…

In today’s episode, Taylor Willingham joins Bradley to discuss the value of estate planning for entrepreneurs. Taylor brings a wealth of expertise and a deep commitment to legacy planning, and is himself a founder. Specializing in estate planning, probate, and elder law, his practice is dedicated to ensuring clients' assets are protected and passed…

Arial, the standard font that we see when we open a new document, isn't the problem. Standards are. So how does Arial conflict with having standards of excellence in your business? Listen to this quick note from Bradley, and consider how his takeaways could be a part of your next thinking time to improve your business. Thanks to our sponsors... Clu…

Dr. Alexa Chilcutt is an expert in leadership and team communication, professional public speaking skills, and executive presence. She joins Bradley to share her wealth of experience and knowledge of working with technical professionals in adopting executive presence in the workplace and the importance for managers and leaders to develop strong com…

A common misconception is that growth and profit go hand in hand. However, the relationship between the two is more nuanced. This is where the Rule of 40 comes into play, offering a valuable framework for business owners to navigate the balance between growth aspirations and sustainable profitability. Listen to hear how you can use The Rule of 40 t…

In this episode, Henna shares key advice for owners on improving workplace performance. Henna Pryor, PCC is a dynamic Workplace Performance Expert and an award-winning 2x TEDx and global keynote speaker, virtual presenter, author, and professional executive coach. Her playful style and high-impact talks blend 2 decades of work with corporate leader…

You can create a culture of continuous improvement if you stop waiting for the right time. Listen to this quick episode to discover how Bradley has done this in his own businesses. Thanks to our sponsors... Club Capital provides monthly accounting, tax, and CFO services for insurance agency owners. Learn more at www.club.capital BlueprintOS provide…

Fotini Iconomopoulos is a best-selling author of HarperCollins’ “Say Less, Get More: Unconventional Negotiation Techniques to Get What You Want.” Fotini is the person Fortune 50 executives call into to help with their high stakes negotiations or to empower their teams through her intensive workshops on negotiation, communication and persuasion. Fot…

You may or may not be a golf fan, but you can pull some of the principles Bradley observed at The Masters into your business. From standards to best practices to the way improvements are done, listen to this quick episode and see what you can take from it! Join us for the next Above The Business event at www.abovethebusiness.co Thanks to our sponso…

Part 2: Bradley shares about the value of a teams, from recruiting to development, to retaining A-Players, and why it's one of the most valuable investments you can make. Ready to master team development for your business? Join Bradley and guest keynote speakers to learn proven systems and processes for teams at The April 2 Day Intensive! This even…

Part 1: Bradley shares about the value of a teams, from recruiting to development, to retaining A-Players, and why it's one of the most valuable investments you can make. Ready to master team development for your business? Join Bradley and guest keynote speakers to learn proven systems and processes for teams at The April 2 Day Intensive! This even…

It is a lot easier to take a struggling team or business to the top than it is to keep it at the top of their game. In this episode, Bradley shares what he's learned, what his clients have experienced, and how you can not just get to the top in business, but also stay there. Register for our upcoming Above The Business event: Teams - The 2 Day Apri…

Former Vice President of High Performance Leadership at Chick-fil-A, Inc. and Wall Street Journal bestselling author, Mark Miller, believes that, with the right tools, every leader has the ability to change the world. In this episode, he discusses his Five Fundamentals to Transform Your Leadership. So many leaders are barely maintaining the status …

Building on the concept of having scoreboards, dashboards, and scorecards in your business, Bradley share how he has begun to track growth and progress using color coding with his numbers. It gives a great visual summary of what's growing, stagnant, and declining in your business and supports your planning efforts for the next month and the next qu…

Today on the podcast, Luis Scott - a highly respected attorney, sought-after speaker, author, and dynamic entrepreneur - joins Bradley to discuss growing your business to 8 figures. Founder of 8 Figure Firm Consulting, Luis’ entrepreneurial spirit has revolutionized the legal profession. Join us as he shares insights, inspiring stories, and invalua…

Does your business growth feel capped by your schedule? Bradley thinks that if we can combine team plus an operating system for the business to run on, your business can run and scale far beyond what you can do individually. Thanks to our sponsors... Club Capital provides monthly accounting, tax, and CFO services for insurance agency owners. Learn …

Today on the podcast, you'll meet Brian Beers. Brian is a dynamic entrepreneur, podcast host, and proud father. Over the last few years, Brian and his brother have scaled their franchise auto repair business from 6 to 33 locations doing over $40M a year in revenue. Brian offers valuable insights into scaling a business and the rewards of multi-unit…

AI can do so much for business owners, but there is one critical piece it cannot accomplish. Bradley shares his thoughts about this key limitation of AI - community - and what you can do about it. Thanks to our sponsors... Club Capital provides monthly accounting, tax, and CFO services for insurance agency owners. Learn more at www.club.capital Blu…

Andrew Filar shares a wealth of knowledge on how he (alongside his sales manager) has helped scale the largest Allstate agency in the country. Andrew was the CEO of the Ted Todd Insurance agency in Florida and a managing partner/owners of an agency in Georgia. He is known for his ideal balance of leadership-by-example and exceptional strategic intu…