Is your business hitting a growth plateau, and you’re unsure why? The answer might be YOU. In this episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast, host Montes dives into the common challenge many business owners face: becoming the bottleneck in their operations.

If you’ve built your business from the ground up, it’s easy to fall into the trap of needing to oversee everything. But to scale your business and reclaim your time, you must shift from doing to leading. 

In this episode, Brian outlines four actionable steps to help you remove yourself as the bottleneck, empower your team, and build scalable systems that drive growth.

Whether you’re a business owner ready to break free from daily operations or an entrepreneur looking to implement better HR systems to support your team, this episode will give you the tools and mindset shifts you need to move from good to great.

Key Takeaways for Business Owners:

🔑 Stop holding onto tasks that can be delegated
🔑 Empower your team with clear roles and responsibilities
🔑 Document repeatable systems to ensure consistency and efficiency
🔑 Let go of perfectionism and trust your team to deliver

Connect with Brian and the Entrepreneur to Employer Podcast:

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmontes/
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📧 Get in Touch: [email protected]

If you’re ready to take your business to the next level, I’ve got something just for you. The Entrepreneur to Employer 6-Month Business Mastery Program is designed to help you implement proven systems, master delegation, and build a business that doesn’t run you.

Visit https://www.scaleocityworks.com/ to learn more and join today. Let’s build a business that works for you.

And that’s a wrap.

If you love the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast, you will love the Entrepreneur to Employer Mastery Business Program. It’s a six-month program designed to help you and your team get the business running seamlessly and efficiently.

We help you understand how to implement the systems and share our experience and frameworks needed to elevate your sales, marketing, and operations. I guarantee to increase your profit margins while reducing your time in the business by 25% OR your money back.

Head over to https://www.scaleocityworks.com/and get your business transformed from Entrepreneur to Employer.

In this episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast, we dive into the five non-negotiable building blocks every small business owner and first-time CEO needs to create a scalable and effective People Operations system. Whether you’re just starting or looking to fine-tune your processes, these foundational elements will set your business up for long-term success.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why a strong People Operations system is critical for small business growth.
• The role of recruitment and hiring in finding the right talent for your team.
• How to design an onboarding process that drives engagement and retention.
• Clear employee policies are essential to ensure compliance and consistency.
• Tips for building a culture of performance management and continuous feedback.
• How to foster employee engagement and retention in a competitive market.

Key Takeaways:

1. Recruitment and Hiring: Learn how to attract candidates that align with your company’s values and goals.
2. Onboarding and Training: Discover why a structured onboarding program can improve productivity and reduce turnover.
3. Policies and Compliance: Understand the must-have policies every small business needs to stay compliant and consistent.
4. Performance Management: Explore actionable strategies for setting goals, tracking progress, and boosting team accountability.
5. Engagement and Retention: Get tips on creating a culture where employees feel valued and motivated to stay.

I am here to help! If you have a question, feel free to email me at [email protected].

Connect with me!
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmontes/
Website - https://www.scaleocityworks.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/scaleocityworks/
Book a Free Call - https://www.scaleocityworks.com/contact/

If you’re ready to take your business to the next level, I’ve got something just for you. The Entrepreneur to Employer 6-Month Business Mastery Program is designed to help you implement proven systems, master delegation, and build a business that doesn’t run you.

Visit https://www.scaleocityworks.com/ to learn more and join today. Let’s build a business that works for you.

And that’s a wrap.

If you love the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast, you will love the Entrepreneur to Employer Mastery Business Program. It’s a six-month program designed to help you and your team get the business running seamlessly and efficiently.

We help you understand how to implement the systems and share our experience and frameworks needed to elevate your sales, marketing, and operations. I guarantee to increase your profit margins while reducing your time in the business by 25% OR your money back.

Head over to https://www.scaleocityworks.com/and get your business transformed from Entrepreneur to Employer.

In this episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast, Brian Montes discusses the importance of reflecting on the past year as a business owner. He shares ten key questions entrepreneurs should ask themselves to ensure they progress, learn, and make impactful decisions for the upcoming year. 

The conversation emphasizes the significance of mindset, risk-taking, value creation, and building meaningful relationships in achieving personal and professional success.

Episode takeaways:

• Building a business is more manageable with fundamental principles.
• Regular reflection helps in making intentional decisions.
• Asking the right questions can expose blind spots.
• Growth requires stepping out of comfort zones.
• Value creation is essential for long-term success.
• Habits need to be upgraded for better performance.
• Defining personal success is crucial for motivation.
• Support systems are necessary for growth.
• Continuous learning is key to personal development.

We hope you enjoy this episode!

Connect with Brian Montes:

https://www.scaleocityworks.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmontes/
https://www.instagram.com/scaleocityworks/

If you’re ready to take your business to the next level, I’ve got something just for you. The Entrepreneur to Employer 6-Month Business Mastery Program is designed to help you implement proven systems, master delegation, and build a business that doesn’t run you.

Visit https://www.scaleocityworks.com/ to learn more and join today. Let’s build a business that works for you.

And that’s a wrap.

If you love the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast, you will love the Entrepreneur to Employer Mastery Business Program. It’s a six-month program designed to help you and your team get the business running seamlessly and efficiently.

We help you understand how to implement the systems and share our experience and frameworks needed to elevate your sales, marketing, and operations. I guarantee to increase your profit margins while reducing your time in the business by 25% OR your money back.

Head over to https://www.scaleocityworks.com/and get your business transformed from Entrepreneur to Employer.

In this episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast, Brian Montes guides you through one of the most challenging decisions business owners face: letting go of an underperforming employee. If you've been struggling with whether to fire someone now or wait, this episode provides a clear, step-by-step framework to make the process less daunting and more strategic.

You’ll learn:

• How do you decide whether to fire now or wait?
• The importance of separating the decision to let go from the actual departure process.
• How to assess time, resources, and business disruptions during the transition.
• The hidden opportunities in employee departures, such as outsourcing or streamlining workflows.
• How to overcome procrastination and act with confidence.

Whether you're dealing with a difficult situation now or want to be better prepared for the future, this episode offers actionable insights for navigating employee transitions with integrity and strategy.

Connect with Brian Montes:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmontes/
[email protected]

If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your support helps us bring more valuable content to business owners like you! 

If you’re ready to take your business to the next level, I’ve got something just for you. The Entrepreneur to Employer 6-Month Business Mastery Program is designed to help you implement proven systems, master delegation, and build a business that doesn’t run you.

Visit https://www.scaleocityworks.com/ to learn more and join today. Let’s build a business that works for you.

And that’s a wrap.

If you love the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast, you will love the Entrepreneur to Employer Mastery Business Program. It’s a six-month program designed to help you and your team get the business running seamlessly and efficiently.

We help you understand how to implement the systems and share our experience and frameworks needed to elevate your sales, marketing, and operations. I guarantee to increase your profit margins while reducing your time in the business by 25% OR your money back.

Head over to https://www.scaleocityworks.com/and get your business transformed from Entrepreneur to Employer.

Efficient business operations are the cornerstone of growth and profitability, yet many business owners resist implementing systems. Why? In this episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast, we explore the four biggest reasons entrepreneurs avoid creating operational systems and how overcoming these challenges can transform your business.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the thought of delegation, worried about losing control, or unsure where to start with creating processes, this episode is for you. We’ll break down the misconceptions holding you back and show you how simple systems can save time, reduce stress, and improve your bottom line.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

1. The #1 reason business owners avoid creating systems—fear of losing control—and how to shift your mindset.
2. Why time constraints make training impossible and how to prioritize system implementation for long-term gains.
3. How decision paralysis keeps entrepreneurs stuck and actionable steps to start small and gain momentum.
4. The misconception that systems limit flexibility and how they enhance adaptability and innovation.

Connect with Brian Montes-
https://www.scaleocityworks.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmontes/

Book a Call with Brian - https://calendly.com/brianmontes/training_coaching_call

If you’re ready to take your business to the next level, I’ve got something just for you. The Entrepreneur to Employer 6-Month Business Mastery Program is designed to help you implement proven systems, master delegation, and build a business that doesn’t run you.

Visit https://www.scaleocityworks.com/ to learn more and join today. Let’s build a business that works for you.

And that’s a wrap.

If you love the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast, you will love the Entrepreneur to Employer Mastery Business Program. It’s a six-month program designed to help you and your team get the business running seamlessly and efficiently.

We help you understand how to implement the systems and share our experience and frameworks needed to elevate your sales, marketing, and operations. I guarantee to increase your profit margins while reducing your time in the business by 25% OR your money back.

Head over to https://www.scaleocityworks.com/and get your business transformed from Entrepreneur to Employer.

Brian Montes discusses the challenges of managing underperforming employees in this episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast. He shares personal experiences and emphasizes the importance of addressing performance issues to maintain workplace morale and culture.

Brian introduces a three-part test to help business owners evaluate underperforming employees and make informed decisions about their future with the company.

The conversation highlights the need for confidence in leadership and the impact of underperformance on team dynamics.

I hope you enjoy this short but actionable episode!

Do you have a topic or question you want answered on the podcast? Please email me at [email protected]

Connect with me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmontes/

Follow me on X - @brianm2

If you’re ready to take your business to the next level, I’ve got something just for you. The Entrepreneur to Employer 6-Month Business Mastery Program is designed to help you implement proven systems, master delegation, and build a business that doesn’t run you.

Visit https://www.scaleocityworks.com/ to learn more and join today. Let’s build a business that works for you.

And that’s a wrap.

If you love the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast, you will love the Entrepreneur to Employer Mastery Business Program. It’s a six-month program designed to help you and your team get the business running seamlessly and efficiently.

We help you understand how to implement the systems and share our experience and frameworks needed to elevate your sales, marketing, and operations. I guarantee to increase your profit margins while reducing your time in the business by 25% OR your money back.

Head over to https://www.scaleocityworks.com/and get your business transformed from Entrepreneur to Employer.

In the Entrepreneur to Employer Podcast episode, Brian Montes dives into employee retention by uncovering the seven signs your top performers are about to quit. Losing your best employees can devastate your business, especially when you’re a first-time founder or small business owner trying to scale. 

But how can you spot the early warning signs before it’s too late?

Tune in as Brian explores the telltale signs that your top talent may be ready to walk out the door. These include bowing out of long-term planning, a sudden surge in networking activity, hoarding knowledge, last-minute schedule shifts, changes in meeting behavior, declining work quality, and social withdrawal.

Learn actionable strategies to re-engage top performers, boost employee satisfaction, and prevent costly turnover.

Whether you’re struggling with employee engagement, strengthening your leadership skills, or building a more loyal and committed team, this episode is packed with insights to help you retain your star players.

Follow us on:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmontes/

Website: A new website is under construction!

YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@entrepreneurtoemployer

X: @brianm2

If you’re ready to take your business to the next level, I’ve got something just for you. The Entrepreneur to Employer 6-Month Business Mastery Program is designed to help you implement proven systems, master delegation, and build a business that doesn’t run you.

Visit https://www.scaleocityworks.com/ to learn more and join today. Let’s build a business that works for you.

And that’s a wrap.

If you love the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast, you will love the Entrepreneur to Employer Mastery Business Program. It’s a six-month program designed to help you and your team get the business running seamlessly and efficiently.

We help you understand how to implement the systems and share our experience and frameworks needed to elevate your sales, marketing, and operations. I guarantee to increase your profit margins while reducing your time in the business by 25% OR your money back.

Head over to https://www.scaleocityworks.com/and get your business transformed from Entrepreneur to Employer.

In today’s episode of the *Entrepreneur to Employer* podcast, we’re diving into one of the most crucial steps in building a successful business: creating a hiring process that brings in your ideal employees. We’ll guide you through designing a hiring strategy that fills open roles and attracts candidates who align with your company culture, values, and goals. 

From writing job descriptions that attract high-quality applicants to refining your interview techniques, this episode equips you with actionable steps for each stage of the hiring process. Whether hiring your first employee or expanding your team, these tips will help you confidently choose candidates who will drive your business forward.

**Tune In To Learn:**

- How to develop a hiring framework that consistently finds strong, compatible employees
- Strategies for interviewing that help you spot top talent with ease
- Why the race to "NO" is more important than a "YES"
- How to build a talent pipeline before you need it. 

**Listen Now** and get ready to build a hiring process that fills roles and finds the perfect team members to help your business grow and succeed.  

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If you found today’s episode valuable, please leave a review and let us know what you’d like to hear about next!

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If you’re ready to take your business to the next level, I’ve got something just for you. The Entrepreneur to Employer 6-Month Business Mastery Program is designed to help you implement proven systems, master delegation, and build a business that doesn’t run you.

Visit https://www.scaleocityworks.com/ to learn more and join today. Let’s build a business that works for you.

And that’s a wrap.

If you love the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast, you will love the Entrepreneur to Employer Mastery Business Program. It’s a six-month program designed to help you and your team get the business running seamlessly and efficiently.

We help you understand how to implement the systems and share our experience and frameworks needed to elevate your sales, marketing, and operations. I guarantee to increase your profit margins while reducing your time in the business by 25% OR your money back.

Head over to https://www.scaleocityworks.com/and get your business transformed from Entrepreneur to Employer.

Brian Montes discusses the importance of overcoming fear-based decisions as a business owner in this episode. He explains that fear can hinder business growth and lead to reactionary and cautious decision-making. Common triggers of fear in business include financial instability, intense competition, and sudden market changes. Brian provides ten steps to help business owners embrace fear and make it an asset, including understanding the validity of fear, breaking down each decision, and maintaining an objective outlook. He emphasizes the need to embrace change and learn from mistakes and suggests working with a business coach to navigate fear-based choices.

Takeaways:

1. Making decisions from a position of fear can hinder business growth.
Common triggers of fear in business include financial instability, intense competition, and sudden market changes.
2. To overcome fear-based decisions, it is crucial to understand the validity of fear, break down each decision, and maintain an objective outlook.
3. Embracing fear and learning from mistakes can lead to better decision-making.


Want to work with me - check out the Entrepreneur to Employer Business Solutions - https://hub.scaleocityworks.com/

Connect with me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmontes/

If you’re ready to take your business to the next level, I’ve got something just for you. The Entrepreneur to Employer 6-Month Business Mastery Program is designed to help you implement proven systems, master delegation, and build a business that doesn’t run you.

Visit https://www.scaleocityworks.com/ to learn more and join today. Let’s build a business that works for you.

And that’s a wrap.

If you love the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast, you will love the Entrepreneur to Employer Mastery Business Program. It’s a six-month program designed to help you and your team get the business running seamlessly and efficiently.

We help you understand how to implement the systems and share our experience and frameworks needed to elevate your sales, marketing, and operations. I guarantee to increase your profit margins while reducing your time in the business by 25% OR your money back.

Head over to https://www.scaleocityworks.com/and get your business transformed from Entrepreneur to Employer.

In this episode, Brian Montes discusses the importance of creating a sales system for business growth. He emphasizes that hiring salespeople is not always the best solution and instead recommends focusing on developing a strategic sales system. He outlines seven steps to create a scalable sales system, including identifying the target customer, defining the value proposition, developing lead generation strategies, mapping out the sales process, measuring and improving the system, systematizing the methods, and training and improving the sales team.

Episode Takeaways:

1. Instead of hiring salespeople, create a strategic sales system that targets your specific ideal customer and positions your product or service correctly.
2. Identify your target customer by understanding their demographics, psychographics, and buying motivators.
3. Differentiate your market position and create value to avoid competing solely on price.
4. Develop lead generation strategies that align with your target customer's needs and leverage your content and assets.
5. Map out a structured sales process that builds trust and understands the customer's needs.
6. Measure and improve the sales system by tracking numbers, experimenting, and making data-driven decisions.
7. Systematize the processes by standardizing and systemizing them, balancing rigidity with innovation.
8. Train and improve the sales team by identifying key roles, skills, and experience requirements and using the data from the sales system to make smarter hires.

Need more information about lead generation? Listen to this episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2066194/15135664-the-best-way-to-generate-leads-for-your-business-business-growth-tips.mp3?download=true

Want to work with me? Email me at [email protected]

If you’re ready to take your business to the next level, I’ve got something just for you. The Entrepreneur to Employer 6-Month Business Mastery Program is designed to help you implement proven systems, master delegation, and build a business that doesn’t run you.

Visit https://www.scaleocityworks.com/ to learn more and join today. Let’s build a business that works for you.

And that’s a wrap.

If you love the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast, you will love the Entrepreneur to Employer Mastery Business Program. It’s a six-month program designed to help you and your team get the business running seamlessly and efficiently.

We help you understand how to implement the systems and share our experience and frameworks needed to elevate your sales, marketing, and operations. I guarantee to increase your profit margins while reducing your time in the business by 25% OR your money back.

Head over to https://www.scaleocityworks.com/and get your business transformed from Entrepreneur to Employer.