If you’re frustrated with growing your direct-to-consumer business, the Sharp Business Growth podcast will help. We've been behind the scenes of hundreds of growing DTC brands (and plenty more who never cracked the code), and we'll take you behind the scenes and inside the minds of the winners. Listeners gain a well rounded understanding of what it takes to grow their business online from the lens of an experienced entrepreneur who oversees $100 Million in annual direct response advertising spend. We believer that running your business should be simple, and it should be fun. Hosted by Deacon Bradley and Justus Murimi
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.
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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 team, then let’s talk. Head over to deaconbradley.com, click the “Let’s Talk” button, and tell me about your business.
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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 deaconbradley.com, click the “Let’s Talk” button, and tell me about your business.
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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.
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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.
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Unleashed.CEO (Richard's company helping CEOs escape the day to day)
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 help you optimize your operations so you can get back to "growth mode." See how I do it here.
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.
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What's the difference? Find out in this actionable episode.
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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 without getting stuck in the "day to day" weeds. Let's talk.
This step of the process I call instrumentation: you need to install instruments that help you navigate to your goals of scale AND profitability.
On today's show we're joined by Bruce Beaumant, an experienced CFO I've gotten to know through clients' businesses. When Bruce works with CEOs they experience more clarity and greater profits.
Connect with Bruce Beaumont
- Bruce on LinkedIn
- Bruce on Twitter
- Ascendwise (Bruce's business)
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 without getting stuck in the "day to day" weeds. Let's talk.
Resources mentioned in this episode:- Zac Romero on Twitter (@zacromero)
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 without getting stuck in the "day to day" weeds. Let's talk.
Listen in as we break down the mistake, the temptation, and how to avoid it so you can keep your best talent on the field instead of losing them to another team.
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 without getting stuck in the "day to day" weeds. Let's talk.
Resources
- The Ideal Team Player by Patrick Lencioni
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 without getting stuck in the "day to day" weeds. Let's talk.
If you want to work with me now or in the future, drop me an app on our website:
https://SharpBusinessGrowth.com
If you're wondering how you can create more growth online with less stress, head over to SharpBusinessGrowth.com and contact me.
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Without an identity you'll be prone to distraction, getting stuck, or worse - building something you never really wanted in the first place.
In this episode we share stories about where we learned this and the positive and negative effects.
Want to work with me?Head to the link below and fill out the form.
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In this episode I share a few of these details you probably won't hear from your agency, and how you can work with them more effectively.
Want to get better results with less stress? Consider our Sharp DTC program (especially if you're working with an agency).
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We hope you enjoy getting to know us a bit better today and listening in on some cool stuff we're working on.
Now what? Did you just delegate your purpose? Does the business need you anymore? Has your team figured out you’re unnecessary yet?
We’ve seen tons of business leaders get stuck here. Typically they don’t even let these thoughts settle in before they’re back at it grinding away in the business.
To the CEO it’s keeping busy. To their team, it’s micromanaging, meddling, and annoying.
Your team needs you to do bigger things. And that’s what we’re talking about today.
It all starts with one simple question, and when you get this right your everything from your job description to your management will fall in place.
Your job as the CEO and business leader is to build a team that can put the ball in the endzone. Too many CEOs are trying to get the DTC channel going without really understanding what the key roles are.
Don't worry, even experienced brands miss this step.
But when they figure it out, things finally start to click.
Listen in with myself and special guest Angela Ponsford as we break down the components of an All Star DTC Marketing Team
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Become a DTC Insider and get behind the scenes news and updates in your inbox. Sign up here.
And while many times the answer can depend on how you design your business, there are some very clear scenarios you should keep in mind to make the best decision.
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But with Visionaries outnumbering Integrators 4 to 1, it can be hard for many visionaries to find and understand that integrator that will explode their growth.
On today's show, Justus Murimi sits down with an integrator who's been approached by dozens of visionaries and digs into how to approach that "Number 2" who can help you realize your vision.
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If you're a CEO who's saying, "Sounds great, but I don't have time for rest... or even this episode."
Well, you're in great company.
Listen in as we unpack how doing less can do more for your business than anything else.
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We've been behind the scenes of hundreds of growing businesses (and loads of not-so-growing businesses) and we both agree - a clear vision is crucial.
As the CEO, this is on you... but don't worry, we'll help you with the "how" and "why" in this episode.
Resources
- The DTC Growth Insider list
- The Online Growth Cheat Sheet
Most CEOs see themselves as the quarterback on the field. They're directing traffic, making decisions, and moving the ball down the field play after play.
We like to see CEOs see themselves with the coaching headset on. Or even better, up in the owners box.
In this episode we break down the path from taking every snap to leader & owner mentality.
Resources
- The DTC Growth Insider list
- The Online Growth Cheat Sheet
You'll also get a chance to meet Deacon Bradley & Justus Murimi up close and personal as we share what led to episode 01 of this podcast.
Welcome to the show! We're glad you'e here.
Resources
- The DTC Growth Insider list
- The Online Growth Cheat Sheet