Growth is messy, painful, and often far less glamorous than it looks from the outside—and this episode dives headfirst into the uncomfortable truths that come with scaling a small business. From letting go of great team members who can’t grow with the company, to rebuilding systems mid-flight, to the loneliness and weight of leadership, this is an honest look at the emotional and strategic challenges that come with ambition. You’ll also hear reflections on choosing profitability, outgrowing past strategies, and navigating the “messy middle” of change—all with the goal of building something stronger on the other side.