Stories of Scale with Jonathan Herps

CEO Playbook EP 27: How CEOs Use KPIs, A-Players, and B.A.M.s to Scale Smarter


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Perfection slows growth. Momentum scales it.


In this episode of the Scale Up Growth Podcast, Jonathan Herps breaks down how growth-stage founders can take control of their business using leading vs. lagging KPIs, “Bare Ass Minimums” (BAMs), and a flywheel system that drives consistent performance.


You’ll also hear real-world examples of businesses scaling from $3M to $17M — and what it really takes to keep profit, people, and progress aligned.


💡 You’ll Learn:

  1. The difference between leading and lagging KPIs — and why it matters
  2. What “Bare Ass Minimums” (BAMs) are and how to set them for your team
  3. How A-Players outperform and transform company growth
  4. Why momentum beats perfection in scaling
  5. How to adjust KPIs as your business evolves


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